Clean Water and Thriving Farms
Author : Loni Kemp
Publisher :
Page : 13 pages
File Size : 13,21 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Sustainable agriculture
ISBN :
Working for Clean Water and Thriving Farms
Author : Lisa French
Publisher :
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 35,56 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Nonpoint source pollution
ISBN :
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Farming for Our Future
Author : PETER H.. ROSENBERG LEHNER (NATHAN A.)
Publisher :
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 33,9 MB
Release : 2021-12-07
Category :
ISBN : 9781585762378
Book Description
Farming for Our Future examines the policies and legal reforms necessary to accelerate the adoption of practices that can make agriculture in the United States climate-neutral or better. These proven practices will also make our food system more resilient to the impacts of climate change. Agriculture's contribution to climate change is substantial--much more so than official figures suggest--and we will not be able to achieve our overall mitigation goals unless agricultural emissions sharply decline. Fortunately, farms and ranches can be a major part of the climate solution, while protecting biodiversity, strengthening rural communities, and improving the lives of the workers who cultivate our crops and rear our animals. The importance of agricultural climate solutions can not be underestimated; it is a critical element both in ensuring our food security and limiting climate change. This book provides essential solutions to address the greatest crises of our time.
The Drought-Resilient Farm
Author : Dale Strickler
Publisher : Storey Publishing
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 48,3 MB
Release : 2018-06-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1635860024
Book Description
Rainfall levels are rarely optimal, but there are hundreds of things you can do to efficiently conserve and use the water you do have and to reduce the impact of drought on your soil, crops, livestock, and farm or ranch ecosystem. Author Dale Strickler introduces you to the same innovative systems he used to transform his own drought-stricken family farm in Kansas into a thriving, water-wise, and profitable enterprise, maximizing healthy cropland, pasture, and water supply. Ranging from simple, short-term projects such as installing rain-collection ollas to long-term land-management planning strategies, Strickler’s methods show how to get more water into the soil, keep it in the soil, and help plants and livestock access it.
The Third Plate
Author : Dan Barber
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 36,26 MB
Release : 2014
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1594204071
Book Description
"[A] renowned chef ... Barber explores the evolution of American food from the "first plate," or industrially-produced, meat-heavy dishes, to the "second plate" of grass-fed meat and organic greens, and says that both of these approaches are ultimately neither sustainable nor healthy. Instead, Barber proposes Americans should move to the "third plate," a cuisine rooted in seasonal productivity, natural livestock rhythms, whole-grains, and small portions of free-range meat"--Provided by publisher.
Women and Sustainable Agriculture
Author : Anna Anderson
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 23,35 MB
Release : 2004-10-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0786427043
Book Description
This book looks deeply into the American food system and closely examines the need for change in the way food is grown and distributed in the United States. It is composed of twelve interviews with dynamic women who work on issues surrounding modern agriculture. These women are producers, academicians, advocates and activists. Some work in agricultural law and policy. All are devoted to changing the current system. Within a framework that offers brief overviews of the development of U.S. agriculture, the interviews allow the reader to hear firsthand what has gone wrong and what we can do about it. Part One focuses on concepts of traditional agriculture, organic growing and market viability. Part Two discusses pioneering agriculture and the process of restoring our farms to thriving habitats of biodiversity with clean water and healthy soil. Part Three considers the issues of industrial agriculture, exploring the controversy of genetically modified foods, farm foreclosures and the 2002 Farm Bill. Part Four returns us to sustainable agriculture and how we can make sustainability work for us. It includes discussions of farmers' markets, co-ops and local food systems.
Farming and Clean Water
Author :
Publisher :
Page : 120 pages
File Size : 17,49 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Agricultural chemicals
ISBN :
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Farming for Us All
Author : Michael Mayerfeld Bell
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 29,76 MB
Release : 2024-02-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0271097914
Book Description
Climate change. Habitat loss. Soil erosion. Groundwater depletion. Toxins in our food. Inhumane treatment of farm animals. Increasing farm worker exploitation. Hunger and malnutrition in the midst of plenty. What will it take for farmers in the United States to embrace sustainable practices? Michael Mayerfeld Bell’s Farming for Us All first tackled this question twenty years ago, providing crucial insight into how the structure of US agriculture created this situation and exploring, by contrast, the practices of farmers who are working together to radically change how they think, learn, and grow. This updated edition of his now-classic work reflects on the lessons learned over the past two decades. Constrained by an oppressive nexus of markets, regulations, subsidies, and technology, farmers find themselves undermining their own economic and social security as well as the security of the land. Bell turns to Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI), that state’s largest sustainable-agriculture group. He traces how PFI creates an agriculture that engages others—farmers, researchers, officials, and consumers—in a common conversation about what agriculture could look like. Through dialogue, PFI members crossbreed knowledge, discovering pragmatic solutions to help crops grow in ways that sustain families, communities, societies, economies, and environments. Farming for Us All makes the case that for sustainable farming to flourish, new social relations are as important to cultivate as new crops. This book is necessary—and hopeful—reading for anyone concerned about the present and future of food and farming.
Thriving Against the Odds
Author : Barrett Williams
Publisher : Barrett Williams
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 12,8 MB
Release : 2024-06-26
Category : Gardening
ISBN :
Book Description
**Thriving Against the Odds Your Ultimate Guide to Resilient Urban Rooftop Farming** Unlock the secrets to prosperous urban farming and transform your rooftop into a thriving, green oasis with "Thriving Against the Odds." This comprehensive eBook is your go-to resource for navigating the unique challenges of urban environments, offering step-by-step guidance and innovative solutions to maximize your rooftop farming potential. **Ever Dreamed of Making the Most of Your Urban Space?** Say goodbye to limited gardening space and hello to the ultimate urban farming revolution. Learn how to tackle the distinct challenges presented by city life, from zoning laws to microclimate control, ensuring your rooftop farm is both efficient and sustainable. **What's Inside?** - **Planning and Design** Start with initial assessments and feasibility studies to design a farm that achieves maximum yield and efficiency. Discover how to secure necessary permissions, navigate zoning laws, and create a space that works seamlessly within urban limits. - **Crop Selection and Soil Management** Choose the best crops for your climate and learn about innovative soil and substrate techniques that are both lightweight and efficient. Master the art of organic and synthetic substrate use, along with recycling and soil management practices. - **Water and Energy Efficiency** Optimize your water management with advanced techniques like rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling. Incorporate renewable energy and energy-saving lighting to create an eco-friendly urban sanctuary. - **Vertical Farming and High-Tech Solutions** Dive into the future with vertical farming methods, hydroponics, and aeroponics, while managing light and nutrient systems. Embrace technology with smart irrigation systems, drones, and sensors for real-time farm monitoring. - **Community and Financial Sustainability** Engage your local community through educational initiatives, CSA programs, and workshops. Navigate the financial landscape with sound business models, funding options, and marketing strategies to keep your rooftop farm profitable. - **Case Studies and Future Trends** Gain insights from successful rooftop farms worldwide, analyze key success factors, and explore technological advancements shaping the future of urban farming. Be part of the urban farming movement and cultivate a sustainable future with "Thriving Against the Odds." Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a city-dweller new to farming, this eBook offers invaluable knowledge to help you grow a thriving, resilient rooftop garden. Your urban farming adventure starts here. Transform possibilities into realities and make your urban space bloom with "Thriving Against the Odds."
A Better Planet
Author : Daniel C. Esty
Publisher : Yale University Press
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 50,28 MB
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 030024889X
Book Description
A practical, bipartisan call to action from the world’s leading thinkers on the environment and sustainability Sustainability has emerged as a global priority over the past several years. The 2015 Paris Agreement on climate change and the adoption of the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals through the United Nations have highlighted the need to address critical challenges such as the buildup of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, water shortages, and air pollution. But in the United States, partisan divides, regional disputes, and deep disagreements over core principles have made it nearly impossible to chart a course toward a sustainable future. This timely new book, edited by celebrated scholar Daniel C. Esty, offers fresh thinking and forward-looking solutions from environmental thought leaders across the political spectrum. The book’s forty essays cover such subjects as ecology, environmental justice, Big Data, public health, and climate change, all with an emphasis on sustainability. The book focuses on moving toward sustainability through actionable, bipartisan approaches based on rigorous analytical research.
