Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783934055735
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages : 290
Book Description
IFOAM Training Manual for Organic Agriculture in the Humid Tropics
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783934055735
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages : 290
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783934055735
Category :
Languages : fr
Pages : 290
Book Description
The World of Organic Agriculture
Author: Minou Yussefi-Menzler
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136535233
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
The new edition of this annual publication (previously published solely by IFOAM and FiBL) documents recent developments in global organic agriculture. It includes contributions from representatives of the organic sector from throughout the world and provides comprehensive organic farming statistics that cover surface area under organic management, numbers of farms and specific information about commodities and land use in organic systems. The book also contains information on the global market of the burgeoning organic sector, the latest developments in organic certification, standards and regulations, and insights into current status and emerging trends for organic agriculture by continent from the worlds foremost experts. For this edition, all statistical data and regional review chapters have been thoroughly updated. Completely new chapters on organic agriculture in the Pacific, on the International Task Force on Harmonization and Equivalence in Organic Agriculture and on organic aquaculture have been added. Published with IFOAM and FiBL
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136535233
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
The new edition of this annual publication (previously published solely by IFOAM and FiBL) documents recent developments in global organic agriculture. It includes contributions from representatives of the organic sector from throughout the world and provides comprehensive organic farming statistics that cover surface area under organic management, numbers of farms and specific information about commodities and land use in organic systems. The book also contains information on the global market of the burgeoning organic sector, the latest developments in organic certification, standards and regulations, and insights into current status and emerging trends for organic agriculture by continent from the worlds foremost experts. For this edition, all statistical data and regional review chapters have been thoroughly updated. Completely new chapters on organic agriculture in the Pacific, on the International Task Force on Harmonization and Equivalence in Organic Agriculture and on organic aquaculture have been added. Published with IFOAM and FiBL
Ecology and Farming
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
Cover Crops in West Africa
Author: International Development Research Centre (Canada)
Publisher: IDRC
ISBN: 088936852X
Category : Cover crops
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
Cover Crops in West Africa Contributing to Sustainable Agriculture
Publisher: IDRC
ISBN: 088936852X
Category : Cover crops
Languages : en
Pages : 319
Book Description
Cover Crops in West Africa Contributing to Sustainable Agriculture
Organic Fruit and Vegetables from the Tropics
Author: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Publisher: United Nations Publications
ISBN: 9789211126013
Category : Food industry and trade
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
General aspects of organic farming in the Tropics and Subtropics: Philosophy and principles of organic agriculture; Soil management and soil nutrition; Pest and disease management; Weed management; Seeds and planting material; Management of semi-natural habitats; Livestock husbandry; Water conservation and irrigation; Agroforestry; Conversion to organic farming; The economic performance of organic farms. Organic cultivation of fruits and vegetables: Organic fruits: citrus, guava, lychee, avocado, coconut, bananas, mango, pineaple, dates, pepper, different possible processing methods for fruits; Organic vegetables: beans, tomato, cabbage, asparagus, carrot, cucumber, aubergine, lettuce, onions, radish, spinach, sweet corn, water melon. Global market perspectives for developing countries: Organic markets by regions: North America, Europe, Asia, Organic markers in developing countries. Standards and regulations: Requirements and conditions relating to organic trade; Principles of inspection and certification of organic products.
Publisher: United Nations Publications
ISBN: 9789211126013
Category : Food industry and trade
Languages : en
Pages : 308
Book Description
General aspects of organic farming in the Tropics and Subtropics: Philosophy and principles of organic agriculture; Soil management and soil nutrition; Pest and disease management; Weed management; Seeds and planting material; Management of semi-natural habitats; Livestock husbandry; Water conservation and irrigation; Agroforestry; Conversion to organic farming; The economic performance of organic farms. Organic cultivation of fruits and vegetables: Organic fruits: citrus, guava, lychee, avocado, coconut, bananas, mango, pineaple, dates, pepper, different possible processing methods for fruits; Organic vegetables: beans, tomato, cabbage, asparagus, carrot, cucumber, aubergine, lettuce, onions, radish, spinach, sweet corn, water melon. Global market perspectives for developing countries: Organic markets by regions: North America, Europe, Asia, Organic markers in developing countries. Standards and regulations: Requirements and conditions relating to organic trade; Principles of inspection and certification of organic products.
Researching Sustainable Systems
Author: International Society of Organic Agricultural Research. Scientific Conference
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agricultural ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 666
Book Description
Small-scale Aquaponic Food Production
Author: Christopher Somerville
Publisher: Fao
ISBN: 9789251085325
Category : Aquaponics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This technical paper begins by introducing the concept of aquaponics, including a brief history of its development and its place within the larger category of soil-less culture and modern agriculture. It discusses the main theoretical concepts of aquaponics, including the nitrogen cycle and the nitrification process, the role of bacteria, and the concept of balancing an aquaponic unit. It then moves on to cover important considerations of water quality parameters, water testing, and water sourcing for aquaponics, as well as methods and theories of unit design, including the three main methods of aquaponic systems: media beds, nutrient film technique, and deep water culture. The publication discusses in detail the three groups of living organisms (bacteria, plants and fish) that make up the aquaponic ecosystem. It also presents management strategies and troubleshooting practices, as well as related topics, specifically highlighting local and sustainable sources of aquaponic inputs. The publication also includes nine appendixes that present other key topics: ideal conditions for common plants grown in aquaponics; chemical and biological controls of common pests and diseases including a compatible planting guide; common fish diseases and related symptoms, causes and remedies; tools to calculate the ammonia produced and biofiltration media required for a certain fish stocking density and amount of fish feed added; production of homemade fish feed; guidelines and considerations for establishing aquaponic units; a cost-benefit analysis of a small-scale, media bed aquaponic unit; a comprehensive guide to building small-scale versions of each of the three aquaponic methods; and a brief summary of this publication designed as a supplemental handout for outreach, extension and education.
Publisher: Fao
ISBN: 9789251085325
Category : Aquaponics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This technical paper begins by introducing the concept of aquaponics, including a brief history of its development and its place within the larger category of soil-less culture and modern agriculture. It discusses the main theoretical concepts of aquaponics, including the nitrogen cycle and the nitrification process, the role of bacteria, and the concept of balancing an aquaponic unit. It then moves on to cover important considerations of water quality parameters, water testing, and water sourcing for aquaponics, as well as methods and theories of unit design, including the three main methods of aquaponic systems: media beds, nutrient film technique, and deep water culture. The publication discusses in detail the three groups of living organisms (bacteria, plants and fish) that make up the aquaponic ecosystem. It also presents management strategies and troubleshooting practices, as well as related topics, specifically highlighting local and sustainable sources of aquaponic inputs. The publication also includes nine appendixes that present other key topics: ideal conditions for common plants grown in aquaponics; chemical and biological controls of common pests and diseases including a compatible planting guide; common fish diseases and related symptoms, causes and remedies; tools to calculate the ammonia produced and biofiltration media required for a certain fish stocking density and amount of fish feed added; production of homemade fish feed; guidelines and considerations for establishing aquaponic units; a cost-benefit analysis of a small-scale, media bed aquaponic unit; a comprehensive guide to building small-scale versions of each of the three aquaponic methods; and a brief summary of this publication designed as a supplemental handout for outreach, extension and education.
Organic Agriculture and the Law
Author: Elisa Morgera
Publisher: Fao
ISBN: 9789251072202
Category : Agricultural law
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"For the Development Law Service, FAO Legal Office."
Publisher: Fao
ISBN: 9789251072202
Category : Agricultural law
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"For the Development Law Service, FAO Legal Office."
SAFA Guidelines
Author:
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
ISBN: 9789251084854
Category : Agricultural industries
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Sustainability Assessment of Food and Agriculture Systems (SAFA) Guidelines were developed for assessing the impact of food and agriculture operations on the environment and people. The guiding vision of SAFA is that food and agriculture systems worldwide are characterized by all four dimensions of sustainability: good governance, environmental integrity, economic resilience and social well-being.
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
ISBN: 9789251084854
Category : Agricultural industries
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Sustainability Assessment of Food and Agriculture Systems (SAFA) Guidelines were developed for assessing the impact of food and agriculture operations on the environment and people. The guiding vision of SAFA is that food and agriculture systems worldwide are characterized by all four dimensions of sustainability: good governance, environmental integrity, economic resilience and social well-being.
Tropical Forestry Handbook
Author: Laslo Pancel
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9783642546006
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book provides a cross-section of all outstanding experience in all fields of tropical forestry under a drastically changing environment induced by climate change. It sheds light on the existing know-how and presents it in a concise and efficient way for the scientist and professional in charge of planning, implementing and evaluating forest resources. The Tropical Forestry Handbook provides proven and/or promising alternative concepts which can be applied to solve organizational, administrative and technical challenges prevailing in the tropics. Presented are state of the art methods in all fields concerning tropical forestry. Emphasize is given to methods which are adapted to- and which safeguard - environmental conditions.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9783642546006
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This book provides a cross-section of all outstanding experience in all fields of tropical forestry under a drastically changing environment induced by climate change. It sheds light on the existing know-how and presents it in a concise and efficient way for the scientist and professional in charge of planning, implementing and evaluating forest resources. The Tropical Forestry Handbook provides proven and/or promising alternative concepts which can be applied to solve organizational, administrative and technical challenges prevailing in the tropics. Presented are state of the art methods in all fields concerning tropical forestry. Emphasize is given to methods which are adapted to- and which safeguard - environmental conditions.