Farming Industry

One of the New York Times Book Review's Ten Best Books of the Year Winner of the James Beard Award Author of #1 New York Times Bestsellers In Defense of Food and Food Rules What should we have for dinner? Ten years ago, Michael Pollan confronted us with this seemingly simple question and, with...

#1 New York Times Bestseller from the author of This is Your Mind on Plants, How to Change Your Mind, The Omnivore's Dilemma, and Food Rules Food. There's plenty of it around, and we all love to eat it. So why should anyone need to defend it? Because in the so-called Western diet, food has been...

New York Times bestselling author William Alexander takes readers on the surprisingly twisty journey of the beloved tomato in this fascinating and erudite microhistory. The tomato gets no respect. Never has. Lost in the dustbin of history for centuries, accused of being vile and poisonous...

New York Times bestselling author Dr. Neal Barnard reveals the shocking truth about cheese—the dangerous addiction that is harming your health—and presents a radical program to lose weight and feel great. We've been told that dairy does a body good, but the truth is that cheese can be...

The next stage in the food revolution: a radical way to select fruits and vegetables and reclaim the flavor and nutrients we've lost. Ever since farmers first planted seeds 10,000 years ago, humans have been destroying the nutritional value of their fruits and vegetables. Unwittingly, we've been...

Can we afford to stand by as our planet collapses? In the past 50 years, humanity has wiped out 70% of the world’s wild animals. Our oceans are being emptied, wildlife habitats destroyed, and ecosystems pushed to the brink, all to satisfy an insatiable hunger for meat and animal products. In The Ego System: The Awakening, award-winning journalist René Zografos reveals the devastating consequences of the meat industry on the environment, animal welfare, and our health. With eye-opening insights into factory farming, wildlife crimes, and political inaction, this book challenges us to ...

AS SEEN ON BBC TWO'S HIT TV-SHOW 'THIS FARMING LIFE' 'A heartwarming tale of life on the land' Alan Titchmarsh 'There's love and loss, challenge and adversity, but above all it's warm, insightful and inspiring' Helen Skelton 'Will inspire any reader to look at the countryside - and all those who...

An “eye-opening” (Kirkus Reviews) and timely exploration of how our food—from where it’s grown to how we buy it—is in the midst of a transformation, showing how this is our chance to do better, for us, for our children, and for our planet, from a global expert on consumer behavior and...

Are peanuts a nutritional powerhouse or a toxic time bomb? In Toxified Peanut Proteins, physician-scientist Benoît Tano, MD PhD delivers the most comprehensive exposé ever written on the science, politics, economics, and pharmacology of peanut allergy. From the molecular changes caused by Glyphosate, 2,4-D, Dicamba, and aflatoxins, to the misunderstood legacy of the LEAP study, this groundbreaking book uncovers: Why peanut allergies exploded after the 1990s How cotton–peanut rotation and pesticide residues modify peanut proteins The overlooked role of fungal synergy in amplifying ...

A shocking and unputdownable exposé of the United States meat industry and the corruption driving it that “is required reading for anyone who eats” (Christopher Leonard, New York Times bestselling author). Years of consolidation, price-fixing, and power grabs by elite industry insiders have...

Embark on a journey to transform your vision of a thriving poultry farm into reality with "Cluck and Prosper," a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of poultry farming in the heart of Alabama. Whether you're an aspiring farmer eager to hatch your first brood, or a seasoned aviculturist aiming to refine your flock, "Cluck and Prosper" is your indispensable companion. Navigate the rich history and climatic intricacies of Alabama's poultry scene in the opening chapter, laying a robust foundation of knowledge. From there, delve into strategic insights on selecting your perfect poultry ...

Unlock dairy excellence with "The California Dairy Mastery Manual"—your guide to success in the Golden State's dairy industry. Chapter 1 explores the evolution of California's dairy, revealing geographic gems and market trends. Chapter 2 helps carve your niche, comparing conventional and organic practices and exploring opportunities in niche markets. Chapter 3 provides a blueprint for essential infrastructures, from milking parlors to manure management. Chapter 4 delves into cattle breeds and strategies for dairy dominance. Chapter 5 focuses on nutrition, offering dietary designs for ...

The founder and president of PETA, Ingrid Newkirk, and bestselling author Gene Stone explore the wonders of animal life with “admiration and empathy” (The New York Times Book Review) and offer tools for living more kindly toward them. In the last few decades, a wealth of new information has...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Sunshine Citrus," a comprehensive journey exploring the zesty heart of Florida's iconic fruit. Here lies an absorbing ePub, brimming with a blend of sweet-scented knowledge poised to quench your thirst for citrus wisdom. Dive into the rich history and cultural significance of the Floridian citrus industry, picking through a vibrant tapestry woven with juicy varieties that color the state's groves. From the grove's earthy beginnings, understand the intricate anatomy of citrus trees, their biological lifecycle, and unravel the secrets of grove ...

In a triumph of marketing, the Tasmanian salmon industry has for decades succeeded in presenting itself as world's best practice and its product as healthy and clean, grown in environmentally pristine conditions. But what are we eating when we eat Tasmanian salmon? Richard Flanagan's expose of the salmon farming industry in Tasmania is chilling. In the way that Rachel Carson took on the pesticide industry in her groundbreaking book Silent Spring, Flanagan tears open an industry that is as secretive as its practices are destructive and its product disturbing.

A popular and respected blogger in Québec, Canada, Élise Desaulniers is a food ethics and animal rights advocate who is also interested in public policy, philosophy, and feminism. In Cash Cow, she takes a hard look at the dairy industry, and how it has persuaded the general public of the naturalness and value of cows’ milk in the human diet. Desaulniers asks just who really benefits from the promotion of dairy and just how effectively animal welfare and small farming operations can be protected in an age of consolidation and confinement.

With biting political analysis, Ian R. Crane probes the track record of those who openly crave the introduction of a One World hierarchical government. Exposing the agenda of those who have presided over events leading directly to the launching of illegal wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and who continually demonstrate their desire to perpetuate a state of permanent global conflict, whilst systematically eroding personal freedom, through the process of gradualism.

Feeding the Nation: Bullocks! The Harsh Reality of Animal Farming A Critical Look at Animal Agriculture from a Vegan’s Perspective “It’s not farming—it’s factory-funded cruelty.” In this eye-opening exposé, author and passionate vegan Sabrina Carol strips away the glossy façade of “humane farming” and dives headfirst into the grim truth of how animals are treated behind closed barn doors. Feeding the Nation: Bullocks! is not just a book—it’s a wake-up call. With unapologetic honesty, Sabrina uncovers the hidden horrors of modern animal agriculture—from overcrowded ...

Cada vez que comemos tenemos el poder de transformar radicalmente el mundo en que vivimos. Nuestras elecciones pueden ayudar a aliviar los problemas más acuciantes a los que nos enfrentamos hoy en día: la crisis climática, las enfermedades infecciosas y crónicas, la explotación humana y...

From Cherry to Cup: The Hidden Journey of Coffee takes readers deep into the remarkable world behind their favorite beverage, tracing every step from the tropical forests where coffee cherries grow to the final, aromatic sip in the cup. Written with vivid detail and cultural insight, this book reveals the people, science, and artistry that make coffee a global phenomenon. Explore how climate, cultivation, fermentation, and roasting shape flavor. Meet the farmers who nurture the plants, the roasters who unlock hidden aromas through heat, and the baristas who transform the beans into works of...