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There is a growing niche market world-wide for organic produce.
However there are considerable problems in expanding organic
production and it is often considered a lifestyle or philosophical
choice rather than an alternative source of ideas to improve
farming systems. This book provides an overview of organic systems,
from production through to the economic, social and political
aspects. It presents a critical appraisal of the successes and
limitations of organic production systems and highlights recent
innovations. The book concludes by looking at the future challenges
facing the organic agriculture industry.
With global revenue surpassing twenty-five billion dollars
annually, organic agriculture is a highly visible and rapidly
growing component of agricultural production. In Organic
Agriculture: A Global Perspective, Paul Kristiansen, Acram Taji,
and John Reganold, and their international group of contributors
scientifically review key aspects of organic agriculture. At the
intersection of research, education, and practice, the contributors
look at the organic agricultural movement's successes and
limitations. The first half of this book critically evaluates the
agricultural production of both plants and livestock in organic
farming systems. All major aspects of organic agriculture are
explored, including historical background and underlying
principles, soil-fertility management, crop and animal production,
breeding strategies, and crop protection. This global and
comprehensive overview also addresses the economic, social, and
political aspects of organic farming. These include economics and
marketing; standards and certification; environmental impacts and
social responsibility; and research, education, and extension.
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