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Pasture Management in South Africa covers all all major aspects of
pasture production and management. Particular strengths are species
selection, pasture establishment, fertilizer, grazing and forage
management, and livestock related aspects of nutrient
supplementation and feed budgeting. Pasture fertilizer practice is
dealt with comprehensively. The range of regions and topics should
make the book useful to students and practitioners beyond South
Africa's borders. The contributors to this book collectively
represent a formidable component of the expertise available on the
subject in South Africa. They are researchers, conservation
managers and planners working at a practical level, and at the more
theoretical level as teachers at colleges and in universities.
GRASSLAND SCIENCE, RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, CONSERVATION
Grow your own cut flowers and you can fill your house with the
gorgeous colours and heavenly scents of your favourite blooms,
knowing that they haven't travelled thousands of miles - and you
can make money while you do it! Combining boundless passion with
down-to-earth guidance and practical advice, Georgie Newbery draws
on her own experiences as an artisan flower farmer and florist as
she takes you through: * how to start a cut-flower patch * what to
grow * cutting, conditioning and presenting cut flowers * creating
a hedgerow Christmas * starting a cut-flower business * where to
sell * marketing and social media * a flower farmer's year planner.
Whether you want to grow for your own pleasure or start your own
business, The Flower Farmer's Year is the perfect guide.
Retreat to the countryside with shepherdess Amanda Owens as she
recounts stories from her life on the farm, of raising nine
children and cooking beautiful, seasonal meals - complete with the
recipes for you to enjoy at home. This edition of Celebrating the
Seasons is updated with more heartwarming stories from the farm at
Ravenseat. In the Sunday Times bestseller Celebrating the Seasons,
the Yorkshire Shepherdess shares funny and charming stories about
life with her family and their many four-legged charges and
describes their activities at Ravenseat, from lambing and shearing
in spring to haymaking in summer and feeding the flock in
midwinter. She vividly evokes the famous Swaledale landscape, from
the sweeping moors to rare wildflowers and elusive hares glimpsed
in the field. Amanda lives in tune with nature, and her attitude to
food is the same. She believes in using good, seasonal ingredients
when it comes to feeding her family, and includes some of her
favourite recipes here, from wild garlic lamb with hasselback
potatoes to rhubarb and custard crumble cake and Yorkshire curd
tart. The book also includes her Dalesman columns, published in
book form for the first time and giving new insights into her life.
As charming as Amanda herself, this book will delight everyone who
has followed her adventures so far.
Though there are more automobiles than harvesters on the roads
these days, folks in "Wythe County," Virginia, keep their memories
and traditions preserved in these conversations with the local
twentieth-century farmers who spent their entire lives working this
land. Visit with James Kegley, a fourth-generation farmer
discussing his family's cattle and poultry drives to the train in
Wytheville, and Agnes Eades as she shares stories about the night
before butchering day for the hogs; join Fred Etter as he remembers
the first tractor he ever saw and June Huffard as she talks about
her dairy farm. Picture the days when starting the plow meant
cracking the whip and "Wythe County" was the 'Cabbage Capital of
the World.'
The book will tell the history and story of Down East Maine lobster
fishing. Author Christina Lemieux's family has been lobster
fishermen for four generations, and the book draws from their
personal recollections and documentation. It will then bring to
life the experience of Down East Maine lobster fishing and living
in a lobster fishing community. The book details how one goes about
catching lobster, the seasons of lobster fishing and the perils of
such a physically grueling job. It also talks about "lobster
culture" some of the unique pastimes of lobster fishermen, such as
the sport of Maine lobster boat racing. Finally, the book will give
a brief overview of how to properly cook Maine lobster and provide
some of the area's favorite lobster recipes.
"Applied Animal Feed Science and Technology" explores and suggests
practical ways of improving the value of animals through
supplementation. It begins by refreshing the reader on the classes
of feeds consumed by livestock, and their digestive systems.
Authored by world-class scientists and scholars, the Handbook of
Natural Resources, Second Edition, is an excellent reference for
understanding the consequences of changing natural resources to the
degradation of ecological integrity and the sustainability of life.
Based on the content of the bestselling and CHOICE awarded
Encyclopedia of Natural Resources, this new edition demonstrates
the major challenges that the society is facing for the
sustainability of all wellbeing on planet Earth. The experience,
evidence, methods, and models used in studying natural resources
are presented in six stand-alone volumes, arranged along the main
systems: land, water, and air. It reviews state-of-the-art
knowledge, highlights advances made in different areas, and
provides guidance for the appropriate use of remote sensing data in
the study of natural resources on a global scale. The six volumes
in this set cover: Terrestrial Ecosystems and Biodiversity;
Landscape and Land Capacity; Wetlands and Habitats; Fresh Water and
Watersheds; Coastal and Marine Environments; and finally Atmosphere
and Climate. Written in an easy-to-reference manner, the Handbook
of Natural Resources, Second Edition, as a complete set, is
essential for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of the
science and management of natural resources. Public and private
libraries, educational and research institutions, scientists,
scholars, and resource managers will benefit enormously from this
set. Individual volumes and chapters can also be used in a wide
variety of both graduate and undergraduate courses in environmental
science and natural science courses at different levels and
disciplines, such as biology, geography, Earth system science,
ecology, etc.
'One of those enthusiasts whose enthusiasm is hard to resist . . .
Always beguiling' Daily Mail 'Hugely inspiring even when it is most
bonkers' Sarah Bakewell, New Statesman 'A combination of almanac,
commonplace book and diary, this is a tasty oddity . . . Richly
entertaining' Independent As the pandemic has caused us all to
re-evaluate our lives, becoming more self-reliant and dwelling in
closer harmony with nature have emerged as important priorities.
Many of us have decided to up sticks and leave the city behind for
a less frenetic existence in the country. Whether you've already
made your move, or are dreaming of doing so one day, this is the
book for you. Covering beekeeping, poultry rearing, pig farming,
bread-making, wood-chopping, fire-laying, bartering and much more,
How to Live in the Country is the perfect source of inspiration for
old hand and beginners alike: useful, informative but also
refreshingly honest and realistic. Tom Hodgkinson draws on the
wisdom of an eclectic range of thinkers and writers as he guides us
through each month of the year, giving lists of tasks for both
garden and animal husbandry, offering tips and shortcuts, and
weaving in stories about his own experience of raising a young
family in rural Devon.
Training as an RAF pilot in the smoke and bustle of wartime London
is a far cry from James Herriot's day job as a country vet in the
Yorkshire Dales. And whilst he is keen to serve King and country,
James cannot help but miss his life in Darrowby - despite frequent
arguments between his colleagues Siegfried and Tristan,
bad-tempered cattle, opinionated farmers and the continuing saga of
Cedric the flatulent dog. But most of all he misses his wife Helen;
pregnant with their first child. The question constantly hanging
over them is - will he be going to war? And when will he get to go
home? Since they were first published, James Herriot's memoirs have
sold millions of copies and entranced generations of animal lovers.
Charming, funny and touching, All Things Wise and Wonderful is a
heart-warming story of determination, love and companionship from
one of Britain's best-loved authors. Contains Vets Might Fly and
Vet in a Spin.
Chickens are many things: sources of meat and eggs, lovable pets,
amusing images on merchandise, and a source of comfort at the end
of a hard day. Whether we're considering joining the growing flock
of backyard chicken-keepers or simply cheered by leafing through
images of gorgeous poultry, our love for chickens is strong. The
trend for backyard chickens has surged during the pandemic. Amazon
searches for chick supplies are up 758%, with local hatcheries
recording a 500% demand increase, as people look to reduce
environmental impact, improve food traceability, connect with
nature, or simply to relish the pure joy of chicken company. The
Collins Backyard Chicken-keeper's Bible is the fourth title in this
stunning and engaging series, and the perfect smallholder companion
to The Beekeeper's Bible. It is packed with everything you need to
fully embrace your new chicken-keeping lifestyle. A sumptuous
aesthetic is paired with practical tips on identifying backyard
breeds and supporting good chicken health, from basic brooding to
common ailments, the best backyard breed for you to the right
equipment for starting your own home flock, packaged into a
beautiful, illustrative gift book. Discover the soft cuddliness of
a bantam Silkie, the superb egg-sitting skills of a Plymouth Rock,
the best method for constructing a chicken coop, and how to keep
your chickens happy and thriving. With The Collins Backyard
Chicken-keeper's Bible, discover more about these magnificent and
beloved creatures.
Die moderne boer staan deesdae voor probleme soos koste wat
astronomies eskaleer, produkpryse wat val en stygende rentekoerse
op grondpryse. Die faktore noodsaak boere om hul sake- en
bestuursvernuf uit te brei ten einde te verseker dat die plaas
ekonomies bestuur word. Hierdie boek bevat die grondbeginsels van
finansiele bestuur, ontleding en beheer.
For everyone who loves watching Amanda Owen and her family on Our
Yorkshire Farm, or enjoys reading her bestselling books, comes this
delightful and uplifting collection of her monthly Dalesman
columns. In Tales From the Farm by the Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda
takes readers 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. Covering events from 2019 through to early
2021, Amanda describes saving the life of a newborn calf on New
Year's Eve and watching, mouth agape, as their livestock trailer
was swept away by floodwater in March. Son Sidney braves the wrath
of Linda and husband Clive crafts an unusual Valentine's Day gift.
Eldest daughter Raven leaves the nest, headed for university, while
young sheepdog Taff and Tony the pony arrive at the farm. As
Covid-19 sends the country into lockdown, Amanda feels more lucky
than ever to live close to nature, finding happiness in the beauty
of the Dales and the unchanging routines of the farming year.
Illustrated with charming line-drawings throughout, this book is
the perfect gift for fans of the Owen family and a chance to catch
up on their adventures.
The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its
61st year. The easy-to-view layout features detailed planting,
tending and harvesting information to help growers maximise the
yield and vitality of crops and plants. Trusted by generations of
farmers and gardeners, the ultimate biodynamic calendar features:
-- A clear layout making it simpler to plan what to do and when --
Space dedicated to detailed explanations of the recommended
activities -- Information panels make it easy to use -- Clear
headings and sections for fast look-ups -- Detailed planting,
tending and harvesting information to maximise the yield and
vitality of crops and plants -- Suitable for both seasoned
biodynamic farmers and beginner gardeners -- Solar and lunar
events, plus information on planetary aspects, are given dedicated
space The calendar includes a pull-out wallchart that can be pinned
up in a barn, shed or greenhouse as a handy quick reference.
This is the first handbook that covers all aspects of
bio-inoculants used in degraded lands to improve soil fertility and
crop productivity as well as for the remediation of polluted lands.
It discusses all novel sustainable approaches for the reclamation
of problematic soils. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, this
book explores the recent uses of plant microbe interactions in
ecological and agricultural revitalization beyond normal
agriculture practices and offers practical and applied solutions
for the restoration of degraded lands for food, fodder, fuel and
fiber security. Provides a single comprehensive platform for soil
scientist, agriculture specialists, ecologists, and others.
This is a comprehensive handbook focused on geospatial applications
used to study, assess, and monitor the Himalayan mountains. As a
region of high relevance and very vulnerable regarding geohazards,
it is crucial to detect landscape changes and understand the
drivers behind the changes. With advanced remote sensing and GIS
tools, in-depth analyses, and interdisciplinary approaches, the
Handbook of Himalayan Ecosystems and Sustainability, Two Volume Set
studies forest and agriculture ecosystems, urban sprawl and air
pollution, geo and other hazards, and provides a breadth of data to
support decision making and to aids in the preservation of the
landscapes in a sustainable way. Features: Uses geospatial
technology for studying fragile Himalayan ecosystems and their
sustainability Includes 21 case studies from Indian Himalayan,
Nepal, and Afghanistan regions Provides satellite data and
geospatial modelling tools for assessing and monitoring all
Himalayan landscapes Addresses cryospheric studies and related
ongoing geohazards and potential climate change impacts Discusses
ecology of the Himalayan rivers, biodiversity, and floristic
shifting of endemic species, and landscape restoration
All too plausibly, it seems, popes and scientists are warning us of
impending collapse-yet humanity and our fellow creatures could
still be looking forward to a long and glorious future: at least a
million years of peace and personal fulfilment, with abundant and
diverse wildlife. But to achieve this we need to re-think
everything that we do and take for granted, from the day-to-day
mundanities of growing and cooking, to the economy and methods of
governance, to the most arcane reaches of science and metaphysics.
It all amounts to nothing less than a Renaissance-a re-birth-and
the Renaissance to come must be driven and led by us, ordinary Joes
and Jos, because the oligarchy of governments, corporates,
financiers, and their attendant intellectuals who now dominate the
world have largely lost touch with the moral and ecological
realities of life. The transformation won't be easy but-the good
news!-millions of grassroots initiatives of all kinds the world
over are already moving in the right directions.
Lameness is one of the major ailments of dairy cows. The distress
it causes to the afflicted animals is reflected in decreased milk
yields and an increase in infertility. Over the past twenty years,
there has been a continuous programme of research in Britain and
overseas into all aspects of the disease. In particular, our
understanding of the changes in hoof growth around the time of
calving has greatly increased. This enlarged and completely revised
new edition takes into account all the recent research findings and
presents the results in a readable manner. The highly illustrated
text is fully referenced for students who wish to enquire further,
but above all it is a straightforward manual for the practical use
of those dealing with dairy cows.
This multivolume handbook is the most comprehensive and updated
reference of advanced geospatial techniques for water resource and
watershed management. It addresses complex solutions that appear in
individual articles but require an exhaustive search for
assimilation. By assembling these tremendous advances in an
expertly curated resource and making it available in depth to
professionals and the water research community worldwide, this
successful vehicle will help readers in elevating the quality and
variety of water research and solutions. A broad range of authors,
specialties, sources, institutions, countries, and continents
showcase exemplary approaches and capabilities for the 21st
century.
SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE A naturalist's passionate
dive into the lives of bees (of all stripes)-and the natural world
in her own backyard Brigit Strawbridge Howard was shocked the day
she realised she knew more about the French Revolution than she did
about her native trees. And birds. And wildflowers. And bees. The
thought stopped her-quite literally-in her tracks. But that day was
also the start of a journey, one filled with silver birches and
hairy-footed flower bees, skylarks, and rosebay willow herb, and
the joy that comes with deepening one's relationship with place.
Dancing with Bees is Strawbridge Howard's charming and eloquent
account of a return to noticing, to rediscovering a perspective on
the world that had somehow been lost to her for decades and to
reconnecting with the natural world. With special care and
attention to the plight of pollinators, including honeybees,
bumblebees, and solitary bees, and what we can do to help them,
Strawbridge Howard shares fascinating details of the lives of flora
and fauna that have filled her days with ever-increasing wonder and
delight.
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