The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment by Norton, Greta

The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment

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Author: Greta Norton
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The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment by Norton, Greta

The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment

$50.90

The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment

$50.90
Author: Greta Norton
Format: Paperback
Language: English
The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment is an essential resource for anyone interested in urban agriculture and sustainable living. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of urban farming, from site selection and soil preparation to plant selection and harvest. Whether you're a novice or experienced urban farmer, you're sure to find valuable information and practical guidance in this book.

The guide begins with an introduction to the benefits and importance of urban agriculture, including the ability to produce fresh, healthy food in the city and reduce the environmental impacts of food production and transportation. It also covers the basics of urban farming, including choosing the right site, selecting appropriate crops, and planning for a successful harvest.

The guide then delves into the details of urban farming, including soil preparation, fertilization, irrigation, and pest and disease management. It provides detailed guidance on how to create healthy soil, manage nutrients, and maintain a healthy balance of beneficial insects and other organisms in the urban farming ecosystem.

In addition to providing practical guidance on urban farming, the guide also explores the broader implications and benefits of urban agriculture for individuals and communities. It discusses how urban farming can help to promote food security, create green spaces, and build community connections. The guide also examines the challenges and opportunities facing urban farmers, and provides suggestions for how urban farmers can overcome challenges and promote urban agriculture in their own communities.

The guide also includes detailed information on specific crop varieties, including their growth habits, pollination requirements, and harvesting techniques. It provides recommendations for the good varieties for urban farming, as well as tips for how to propagate and maintain plants.

Overall, The Sustainable City Farmer: A Complete Guide to Growing Your Own Food in the Urban Environment is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in urban agriculture and sustainable living. With its comprehensive coverage, practical guidance, and broader perspectives on urban farming and its importance, this guide is sure to inspire and educate urban farmers and sustainable living enthusiasts alike. Whether you're growing food for personal use or commercial sale, you're sure to find something of value in this comprehensive and informative guide.

Author: Greta Norton
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: 04/26/2023
Pages: 450
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 2.28lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.91d
ISBN: 9798392619924

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