No-till Intensive Vegetable Culture: Pesticide-free Methods for Restoring Soil and Growing Nutrient-rich, High-yielding Crops
Pesticide-Free Methods for Restoring Soil and Growing Nutrient-Rich, High-Yielding Crops
Bryan O'Hara
ISBN: | 9781603588539 |
Publisher: | Chelsea Green Pub Co |
Published: | 21 February, 2020 |
Format: | Paperback |
Language: | English |
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No-till Intensive Vegetable Culture: Pesticide-free Methods for Restoring Soil and Growing Nutrient-rich, High-yielding Crops
Pesticide-Free Methods for Restoring Soil and Growing Nutrient-Rich, High-Yielding Crops
Bryan O'Hara
Renowned organic grower Bryan O'Hara experimented for several years to develop innovative methods and transition his Connecticut vegetable farm to a no-till system. In No-Till Intensive Vegetable Culture, O'Hara shares his pioneering approach to creating biologically active soil that supports year-round production of nutrient-rich crops with minimal capital investment. Seasoned with reflections on the spiritual and social rewards of tending a diverse small farm, this book delves into all facets of a biody-namic growing system, including: No-till bed preparation techniques, Seeding and transplanting methods, Use of fertilizers (including foliar feeds), Composting (preparation and application), Culture of indigenous microorganisms to support soil biology, Pest and disease management, Year-round growing, An inspirational must-read for anyone looking to take vegetable growing to the next level, No-Till Intensive Vegetable Culture will help you respond to natural systems and adapt to meet future challenges. Book jacket.
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