Worldwide climatic changes have been raising concerns about potential changes to crop yields and production systems. Such concerns include the ability to accommodate these uncertain effects in order to ensure an adequate food supply for an increasing population. Written by leading
international experts, this book is the first comprehensive examination of the potential effects climate change, particularly green house gases, will have on agroecosystems. It also reviews the effects such systems have on climate change itself.

Sustainable Practices for Vegetable Production in the South offers information on vegetable and vegetable production for the serious grower or hobbyist, with particular applications to the Southern region and with a strong emphasis on organic and sustainable technique. Includes the topics Sustainable Production Techniques, Integrated Pest Management and Crop Profiles. Appendices include a map of soil regions in the south, a map of USDA climate zones in the south, calculating degree days, economics, resources, and organic certification programs.