This work reviews current thinking on practising sustainable agriculture, with contributions from agricultural, biological, environmental and social scientists. The emphasis is on temperate zones, with many of the contributions addressing US agriculture. However, the principles explored here have application in any climatic or geographical region. The book discusses stewardship, biodiversity, reliance on mixed food systems and other approaches, always with a view toward reducing environmental degradation, maintaining economic viability and stabilizing rural communities.

This carefully indexed collection of anecdotes, fables, legends, and myths has been assembled over a 20-year period by Charles Francis, a prominent communications professional.