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It chronicles the journey of how man moved from food capture to food production, being producers themselves and not just consumers for varying reasons and evolving along the way to more sustainable and advanced production practices; not leaving out challenges encountered as every good thing would. Makes us understand that farming ranges from crops and animals to other resources on a considerable portion of land, you can't take away real estate from farming. It documents the journey of Nigeria, which had been known as an agricultural sustained economy before the discovery of oil leading to ...

Permaculture is the gardening and farming roadmap of the future. It teaches you to work with nature so that the Earth will be your ally, not your foe. It’s a must-have for every person concerned about the environment and sustainable living. It contains valuable lessons and strategies critical for the future of life on Earth.

A lighthearted, self-deprecating account of one fledgling beekeeper’s misadventures. With wit and warning in equal measure, this informative, refreshingly honest narrative will resonate with any new beekeeper.

This is the simplest of primers on beginner beekeeping. Everything you need to know to get started without all the fluff. If you are looking for straightforward easy to understand information on set up, installation, and care of your hive look no further. Packed with detailed step-by-step instructions on everything first-year bee-related this is the ideal book for the beginner beekeeper.

Have you ever dreamed of becoming more self-reliant, growing your own food, and learning the skills to thrive in any environment? Whether you live on a rural homestead or in the middle of the city, The Ultimate Self-Sufficiency Guide offers you the knowledge and practical tools to live a more independent, fulfilling life. This 2-in-1 collection combines homesteading mastery and beekeeping essentials for beginners, helping you gain the confidence to start building your sustainable future from scratch.

Building your own chicken coop could be the first step to a satisfying hobby farming that could lead to healthier living and save you some dollars at the grocery store. There are many possible ways to plan, configure, and build a chicken coop, and that is the primary burden of this audiobook: to teach you all you need to know as a beginner in this exciting endeavor.

Do you want to raise healthy and happy chickens that give you the best, organic, free-range eggs? Are you done supporting factory farming, barren battery cages, and chicken abuse? Do you want to protect your family from consuming antibiotics and other hormones in their food? Here’s a little secret for you: The goal is easy to accomplish. In fact, chickens are some of the best animals for beginners because they’re low maintenance, friendly, and quite resilient.

Do you want to learn how to transform your household waste into black gold-dust? Do you feel the need to be more environmentally responsible? This beginners guide will break down vermiculture in an easy-to-understand and apply manner, so that you can get started right after listening. Geoff makes this environmentally responsible hobby so simple that even a 5 year-old could start worm composting!

Unlock the future of sustainable farming with "Mastering Hydroponics and Aquaponics," your ultimate guide to advancing your hydroponic and aquaponic systems. Whether you're a hobbyist seeking to refine your skills or a commercial grower aiming for excellence, this eBook is your comprehensive resource for innovation, productivity, and sustainable practices. Dive into the history and evolution of hydroponics and aquaponics, understanding the many benefits and challenges these systems present. Learn the precise components and tools needed to set up an efficient hydroponics system, harnessing ...

Charles E. Hires and the Drink That Wowed a Nation chronicles the humble origin and meteoric business success of this extraordinary entrepreneur. Author Bill Double uses published interviews, correspondence, newspaper reports, magazine articles, financial data, and a small family archive to tell this story of native ingenuity. Here, the rough-hewn capitalism of the gilded age, the evolution of the neighborhood drugstore, the rise of advertising in creating mass markets, and the emerging temperance movement all come together in a biography that fizzes with entrepreneurial spirit.

Across the world, chefs, farmers, plant scientists and backyard growers are doing something extraordinary: creating new generations of fruit, vegetables and cereals, all bred specifically to flourish locally, taste delicious, and contribute to our food future. In The Accidental Seed Heroes, Adam Alexander dons his seed detective homburg to meet these twenty-first century seed heroes, who are not only championing traditional varieties but also breeding delicious new ones that will help create a sustainable future for our planet.

In Tales from the Farm by the Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda takes listeners on an evocative journey to Ravenseat, where she lives with husband Clive and their nine children, not to mention their flock of sheep, herd of cows, hardworking dogs and a formidable chicken called Linda.

Grassroots Rising is a passionate call to action for the global body politic, providing practical solutions for how to survive - and thrive - in catastrophic times. Author Ronnie Cummins aims to educate and inspire citizens worldwide to organize and become active participants in preventing ecological collapse. This audiobook offers a blueprint for building and supercharging a grassroots regeneration movement based on consumer activism, farmer innovation, political change, and regenerative finance.

¡Este libro tiene todo lo que necesita para iniciar su propio viaje apícola! Las abejas son una parte muy importante de la naturaleza ya que ayudan a mantener vivo el equilibrio ecológico. Sin ellos, la polinización no sería posible y las flores y plantas no crecerían, ¡y sólo puedes imaginar cómo sería el mundo si eso alguna vez sucediera!

We think we know photosynthesis: Plants convert of sunlight, CO2, and water into energy and, ultimately, the food we eat and air we breathe. But Raffael Jovine shows how this incredible process goes beyond what we learned in grade school. First, it's not only about plants: Corals partner with photosynthetic organisms to create the most productive habitat on Earth, slugs eat chloroplasts to create a photosynthesis-based camouflage, hornets use photosynthesis for a very unconventional form of air conditioning—and much more!

Discover the groundbreaking world of herbicide resistance with Herbicide Resistance, a comprehensive eBook designed to shed light on one of agriculture's most pressing challenges. This essential guide explores the history, mechanisms, and management strategies of herbicide-resistant weeds, providing valuable insights for farmers, agronomists, and agricultural enthusiasts alike. Start your journey with an in-depth introduction to the emergence of herbicide resistance, tracing its impact on both the economy and the environment. Delve into the science behind genetic mutations and resistance ...

Are you sick and tired of not having all the goat herd information in one place? You see, raising a goat or a herd of goats doesn’t need to be complicated. Even if you’ve tried raising goats before and failed. The truth is, it’s much simpler than you think. Imagine how you’ll feel once you have raised a healthy herd from infancy to adulthood and how your life could change for the better. So even if you’re terrified of goats, you can still have a happy herd with Raising Goats for Beginners.

With predictions of a human population of more than nine billion by the middle of this century and 11 billion by 2100, we stand at a crossroads in our agricultural evolution. In this clear and engaging book, wildlife biologist John M. Marzluff takes a personal approach to sustainable agriculture. He travels to farms and ranches across North and Central America, including a Nebraska corn and soybean farm, California vineyards, cattle ranches in Montana, and small sustainable farms in Costa Rica, to understand the unique challenges and solutions to sustainable food production.

Discover the secrets of profitable, sustainable farming with "From Pasture to Profit," an innovative eBook exploring the transformational world of holistic ranching. This compelling guide presents a meticulous yet easy-to-follow roadmap for anyone seeking success through Limousin cattle farming. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on the fascinating world of cattle ranching, with a specific focus on the distinctive qualities of Limousin cattle. Delve into the complexities of cattle selection, understand the optimal condition for these magnificent creatures, and explore the fine details...

Whether you're aware of it or not, you've been born into a system of degeneration that harms the planet and every person and creature alive. In order for transformation to occur, says author Jordan Rubin, "You must make a decision to take steps today to become part of the solution". Planet Heal Thyself will teach you how to start a "revolution of regeneration" in the areas of health and nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and food production as well as economic prosperity and abundance.