Science and technology of organic farming / Allen V. Barker.
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TextPublication details: Boca Raton, FL : CRC Press, c2010.Description: xv, 224 p. : ill. ; 25 cmISBN: - 9781439816127 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 1439816123 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- S 605.5 .B365 2010
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 213-214) and index.
This book is a concise textbook for learning the scientific basis for organic farming and the technology required to achieve adequate yields through plant nutrition and protection. --[book cover]
Definitions and philosophies of organic farming -- Soil fertility and plant nutrition -- Requirements of plants for soil-derived nutrients -- Management of farm manures -- Composting -- Management of green manures -- Liming -- Mulches -- Tillage -- Weed control -- Insect control -- Plant diseases -- Companion planting -- Storage of produce.
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