The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture: Principles, Processes, and Practices / Edition 1

The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture: Principles, Processes, and Practices / Edition 1

ISBN-10:
084931917X
ISBN-13:
9780849319174
Pub. Date:
12/21/2009
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis
ISBN-10:
084931917X
ISBN-13:
9780849319174
Pub. Date:
12/21/2009
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis
The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture: Principles, Processes, and Practices / Edition 1

The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture: Principles, Processes, and Practices / Edition 1

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Overview

With all of the environmental and social problems confronting our food systems today, it is apparent that none of the strategies we have relied on in the past―higher-yielding varieties, increased irrigation, inorganic fertilizers, pest damage reduction―can be counted on to come to the rescue. In fact, these solutions are now part of the problem. It is becoming quite clear that the only way to keep the food crisis from escalating is to promote the conversion processes that will move agriculture to sustainability.

Under the editorial guidance of agroecology experts Martha Rosemeyer and the internationally renowned Dr. Stephen R. Gliessman, The Conversion to Sustainable Agriculture: Principles, Processes, and Practices establishes a framework for how this conversion can be accomplished and presents case studies from around the world that illustrate how the process is already underway. The book provides a four-stage transition process for achieving sustainability and an in-depth analysis of the global efforts to make farms more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

An international team of chapter contributors explores ways to lessen dependency on fossil fuels and pesticides, and examines each step in the conversion process. They also describe the process of monitoring change toward sustainable agriculture while integrating social and economic analysis within scientific practices. Serving as both a core textbook for students and a comprehensive reference for agricultural practitioners, this volume is a valuable resource for the change that is needed in our food system now and in the future.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780849319174
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 12/21/2009
Series: Advances in Agroecology
Pages: 380
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.40(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Stephen R. Gliessman, University of California, Santa Cruz, USA

Martha Rosemeyer, Evergreen State College, Olympia, Washington, USA

Table of Contents

The Principles of Conversion. The Processes of Conversion. The Practice of Conversion: A Regional Examination.
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