Farming Plants

Almost every day we are bombarded with the seemingly incontrovertible message that we must reduce our consumption of meat and dairy—or eliminate them from our diets altogether. But what if the pervasive message that the plant-based diet will improve our health and save the planet is misleading—or even false? What if removing animal foods from our diet is a serious threat to human health, and a red herring in the fight against climate change.

This soulful book, in beautiful full colour, explains the ins and outs of living a vegan/vegetarian lifestyle; exploring inherent relationships between humans and animals, from emotions to communication and more. The impact of animal farming, plus various other sensitive topics are exposed in some detail. There's a fascinating chapter on most religions’ viewpoints on the subject matter plus a discovery chapter on animal abuse and how humans are driving certain animal species to extinction. There's also an illuminating chapter on the various plant-based protein options available and how ...

Dive into the fascinating world of symbiotic farming with Introduction to Aquaponics! This comprehensive guide is designed to take you from curious beginner to confident aquaponic gardener. Discover a system that harmoniously combines aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (growing plants without soil), creating a sustainable and productive miniature ecosystem in your backyard or greenhouse. Begin your journey with an overview of the history and evolution of aquaponics, and get to grips with the fundamental principles of aquaculture and hydroponics. Learn how these two systems ...

There’s nothing like the joy of being self-sufficient—knowing that all you need to survive are a few seeds, water, and your hands in the dirt. You might already be totally convinced of the benefits of gardening but worry that your small urban home won’t be big enough to grow a thriving garden. This book is here to show you that there is no urban home that is too small to grow a garden that will bring you endless joy and satisfaction in your life.

Bringing dynamic back into vegetable gardening, seed saving, and breeding of plants and animals. A joyful and accessible approach to growing tasty, productive, and resiliently diverse food. Advocating a return to traditional regenerative horticulture methods of gardening and farming, while minimizing the use of current agricultural methods. Focusing on communities, and local varieties of crops and animals. Biodiversity and cross pollination allow selection for crops that thrive under ever changing conditions, while lessening the need for costly inputs, like poisons, fertilizer, materials, ...

Lavender - The Perfect Cash Crop for Small Growers. Lavender farming can produce a substantial income for small growers. The fresh flowers are sold in bundles or used to make lavender oil, and the dried flower bunches are sold to florists and hobbyists for dried arrangements and wreaths. The harvested lavender is also used to make dozens of value-added products, from dried buds to aromatherapy products, skin-care products, sachets and herbal pillows. All are easy to make and in demand from consumers who love the scent of lavender. That’s the beauty of lavender – unlike other ...

Dive into the captivating world of indoor aquaponics with this comprehensive guide, Indoor Aquaponics. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned gardener, this eBook unravels the secrets of creating a thriving aquatic ecosystem right in your own living space. Starting with the basics, you'll discover what aquaponics is and the numerous benefits it offers, from sustainable living to homegrown fresh produce. As you delve deeper, you’ll explore the fundamental components of aquaponic systems and learn how fish and plants create a balanced, self-sustaining environment. Indoor Aquaponics ...

Boom times for gourmet mushroom growers. In recent years, demand for gourmet mushrooms has skyrocketed, creating opportunity for new growers. The most profitable culinary mushrooms are shiitake and oyster mushrooms. Both oyster and shiitake are easy to grow and can be produced on “waste” products like sawdust or straw. They are quick to grow to maturity - about 6-8 weeks from start to harvest. Best of all, you can grow a lot of both varieties in a small area. Using the “grow bag” method, experienced growers can grow 12,000 pounds of gourmet mushrooms in a 500 square foot space every...

Introducing Indoor Gardening 101, the perfect beginner’s guide to growing plants indoors and reaping the benefits of having your very own garden. From listening this book, you will become an expert at indoor gardening, knowing everything there is to know about what to plant, where to plant it, and how to take care of it.

Here's what you'll learn from these books about growing cabbage indoors and indoor chilli pepper plant care. Efficient Container Gardening Techniques: Learn the most effective container types, sizes, and soil mixes that support strong root systems and maximum yield for cabbage and chili peppers. Indoor Pest Control Tips: Discover organic methods to keep indoor plants pest-free, helping prevent aphids, mites, and other indoor pests without the use of harsh chemicals. Watering and Feeding Schedules: Learn the specific watering needs for indoor cabbage and chili peppers, along with fertilizer ...

This soulful book explains the ins and outs of living a vegan/vegetarian lifestyle; exploring inherent relationships between humans and animals, from emotions to communication and more. The impact of animal farming, plus various other sensitive topics are exposed in some detail. There's a fascinating chapter on most religions’ viewpoints on the subject matter plus a discovery chapter on animal abuse and how humans are driving certain animal species to extinction. There's also an illuminating chapter on the various plant-based protein options available and how they can be used to ...

You don’t need to be a professional landscaper to be able to grow your own thriving garden, and you definitely don’t need four acres of land to add a touch of nature to your home. Whether you’re a lifelong gardener looking for inspiration, or you’re just someone who loves being surrounded by nature, this comprehensive guide will give you everything you need to know about growing plants in small spaces with raised beds, containers, and vertical structures, so you can finally start on a gardening journey that will last a lifetime.

Growing High Value Trees Growing trees for profit is an ideal part-time or full-time business for anyone who wants to be their own boss and enjoys being outdoors working with plants. Trees are a profitable, renewable resource that can be grown in a backyard or on acreage. You can start a tree growing business with a small amount of money - as little as a few hundred dollars. Here are the 8 proven money-makers covered in this book: Bonsai - Tiny trees that can be grown in a small backyard. Japanese maples - A high-value tree that can be grown in a backyard. Fruit trees - 3 best ways to ...

Ignite your passion for urban greenery and embark on a journey of transformation right from your balcony with "Sharing the Green Joy"—the ultimate companion for crafting your slice of paradise amidst the concrete jungle. Designed for nature enthusiasts, aspiring gardeners, and seasoned green thumbs living in the heart of the city, this comprehensive guide brings forth the secrets of maximizing limited spaces for optimum beauty and productivity. Delve into the essence of green joy in urban spaces as you navigate through a rich tapestry of topics ranging from the fundamentals of balcony ...

Sacred Geometry shows us a form of energy that can be harnessed from the universe, easily and at no cost. Actually, many ancient civilizations knew all about this energy, and how to harness it for their benefit. Knowledge of these energy sources was lost for many hundreds of years. Now scholars have begun to rediscover these secrets. We can use this free energy source to grow our garden vegetables, fruits and flowers. We use water for our crops that has been enriched with Sacred Geometry systems to increase its life force energy by 2.5. As a result, our crops are larger, healthier and more ...

Boom Times for Garlic Growers Gourmet garlic is one of the easiest and most profitable cash crops for small growers and perfect for organic growers, as garlic has few pests and diseases thanks to its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Garlic is easy to plant, grow and harvest and the plants are compact, so a large amount of garlic can be grown in a small area. In fact, garlic can produce an income of up to $10 per square foot, so even a small garlic patch can bring in thousands of dollars. One of the best ways to profit from a garlic crop is to “add value” by selling garlic ...

Big Profits from Small Plants Unlike most other specialty food crops, microgreens are easy to grow and can be ready to sell in about two weeks. They can be grown indoors or outdoors, so microgreens are a perfect crop for urban farmers who may not have access to a patch of dirt. Because microgreens are expensive, selling for $20 to $60 per pound, growers can produce a solid income in a very small space compared to traditional farming. For example, growing microgreens on a rack or shelving to grow vertically can produce several pounds per square foot per month. You can start a microgreens ...

There is a form of energy that can be harnessed from the universe, easily and at no cost. Actually, many ancient civilizations knew all about this energy and how to harness it for their benefit. Knowledge of these energy sources was lost for many hundreds of years. Now scholars have begun to rediscover these secrets. We can use this free energy source to enrich our garden food crops, making them larger, more healthy and more nutritious. Many of the ancient Cathedrals of Europe are famous today because of the way that they were built. They were built with the knowledge of the principles of ...

This is a book for all the homemakers, women and men, that want a really abundant and full life. It is for the home that is going green, changing their lifestyle to be more sustainable, even starting that backyard farm. There are delicious and easy plant-based and vegan recipes, a fantastic homemade laundry detergent, healthy brownies the kids can eat for breakfast, advice on improving your soil, raising happy hens, living with more of everything even on a little budget, and renovating your home with as little as a can of paint and some creativity. This book will motivate and inspire you to...

This book contains strategies on how to grow plants, herbs and food in your own backyard. Although it is intended for those who are new to backyard farming, this book also includes info that a long time gardener may also find useful. The first part of this book provides the basics on backyard farming, the purpose of having one and the benefits you could get out of having your own backyard garden.