Sustainable Agricultural Systems

ISBN-13: 9780935734218 / Angielski / Twarda / 1990 / 712 str.

Hermann-Doig Becky Becky Janine Ed. Janine Ed. Jani Edwards; Clive Edwards; C. A. Edwards

Opis

A unique look at how the adoption of sustainable farming methods is being pursued throughout the world. This comprehensive book provides clear insight into research and education needs and the many points of view that come to bear on the issue of sustainability. Essential for agricultural leaders in research, education, conservation, policy making, and anyone else interested in creating an economically and environmentally sustainable agriculture worldwide.

Recenzje

"Highly recommended for all libraries supporting advanced undergraduate and graduate
agricultural programs."
Choice, American Library Association

"A comprehensive text that address all the issues of sustainable agriculture. Because of the scope of the subject matter, the book contains valuable information for agronomists, agricultural economists, rural sociologists, and administrators in academia, industry and governmental agencies. Most of the contributors are experts in their respective subject matter, so this text should become a standard reference for sustainable agriculture."
Journal of Environmental Quality

Spis treści

An Overview of Sustainable AgricultureHistory of Sustainable Agriculture, Richard R. HarwoodMaking Agriculture a Sustainable Industry, N. C. BradyInternational Goals and the Role of the International Agricultural Research Centers, Donald L. PlucknettSustainable Agriculture in the United States, J. F. Parr, R. I. Papendick, I. G. Youngberg, and R. E. MeyerSociety's Stake in Sustainable Agriculture, Charles M. BenbrookSustainability: An Opportunity for Leadership, Robert RodaleComponents of Sustainable Agricultural SystemsSoil Nutrient Management in the United States, Larry D. KingCrop Rotations in Sustainable Agricultural Systems, C. A. Francis and M. D. CleggEcological and Agronomic Characteristics of Innovative Cropping Systems, Benjamin R. Stinner and John M. BlairBiotechnology and Crop Breeding for Sustainable Agriculture, Holly Hauptli, David Katz, Bruce R. Thomas, and Robert M. GoodmanPest Management in Sustainable Agricultural Systems, John M. Luna and Garfield J. HouseEvolving Strategies for Managing Weeds, Emile E. Regnier and Rhonda R. JankeConservation Tillage in Sustainable Agriculture, R. Lal, D. J. Eckert, N. R. Fausey , and W. M. EdwardsPasture Management, Bill MurphyRole of Animals in SustainableAgriculture, Charles F. ParkerThe Importance of Integration in Sustainable Farming SystemsThe Importance of Integration in Sustainable Agricultural Systems, Cliive A. EdwardsIntegrated Farming System of Lautenbach: A Practical Contribution toward Sustainable Agriculture in Europe, A. El Titi and H. LandesResearch on Integrated Arable Farming and Organic Mixed Farming in the Netherlands, P. VereijkenSustainable Agricultural Systems in the TropicsEcological Agriculture in China, Shi ming Luo and Chun ru HanSustainable Agricultural Systems in Tropical Africa, Bede N. OkigboEcological Considerations for the Future of Food Security in Africa, H. C. P. Brown and V. G. ThomasUnderstanding the Basis of Sustainability for Agriculture in the Tropics: Experiences in Latin America, Stephen R. GliessmanSustainable Agricultural Systems in the Humid Tropics of South America, Hugo Villachica, Jose E. Silva, Jose Roberto Peres, and Carlos Magno C. da RochaSustaining Agriculture: The Indian Scene, N. S. Randhawa and I. P. AbrolPolicy Development for the Low-Input Sustainable Agriculture ProgramPolicy Development for the Low-Input Sustainable Agriculture Program, Paul F. O'ConnellThe Role of Economics in Achieving Low-Input Farming Systems, J. Patrick Madden and Thomas L. DobbsThe Economics of Sustainable Agricultural Systems in Developing Countries, Randolph Barker and Duane ChapmanThe Economic Impact of Sustainable Agriculture on the Agricultural Chemical Industry, C. A. I. GoringCompound and Household Farming: A Sustainable System for African Agriculture, Natalie D. Hahnociological Aspects of Agricultural Sustainability in the United States: A New York State Case Study, Frederick H. Buttel, Gilbert W. Gillespie, Jr., and Alison PowerSocioeconomic Aspects of Machinery Requirements for Rotational Agriculture, T. S. Colvin, D. C. Erbach andW. D. KemperImproved Ecological Impacts of Sustainable AgricultureLower Input Effects on Soil Productivity and Nutrient Cycling, Fred P. Miller and William E. LarsonSoil Erosion and a Sustainable Agriculture, John M. Laflen, Rattan Lal, and Samir A. El-SwaifySustainable Agriculture and Water Quality, T. J. LoganSoil Microbiological Inputs for Sustainable Agricultural Systems, R. H. MillerRole of Sustainable Agriculture in Rural Landscapes, G. W. Barrett, N. Rodenhouse, and P. J. BohlenSoil Biota as Components of Sustainable Agroecosystems, P. F. Hendrix, D. A. Crossley, Jr., J. M. Blair, and D. C. ColemanAgricultural Human Health, Katherine L. ClancyA Matter of Commitment, Stephen ViedermanSustainable Agricultural Systems: A Concluding View, Francille M. Firebaugh

O autorze

Clive A. Edwards