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David Atkinson (Ed.) - The Science Beneath Organic Production - 9780470023938 - V9780470023938
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The Science Beneath Organic Production

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Description for The Science Beneath Organic Production Paperback. The science that underpins organic agriculture and its impact upon the management of agricultural systems has been rarely addressed. Translator(s): Atkinson, Professor David. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: TVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 189. .

A groundbreaking book that addresses the science that underpins organic agriculture and horticulture and its impact upon the management of organic systems

With contributions from noted experts in the field, Organic Agriculture explores the cultural context of food production and examines the historical aspects, economic implications, and key scientific elements that underpin organic crop production. The book shows how a science-based approach to organic farming is grounded in history and elements of the social sciences as well as the more traditional areas of physics, chemistry and biology. 

Organic Agriculture offers a detailed explanation of the differences between organic systems and ... Read more

  • Explores the science that underpins organic farming
  • Contains illustrative case studies from around the world
  • Examines organic agriculture’s philosophical roots and its socio-economic context

Written for scientists and students of agriculture and horticulture, this book covers the issues linked to the use of science by organic producers and identifies key elements in the production of food. 

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2019
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
Number of Pages
328
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780470023938
SKU
V9780470023938
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 7 to 11 working days
Ref
99-1

About David Atkinson (Ed.)
ABOUT THE EDITORS DAVID ATKINSON was formerly Vice Principal at the Scottish Agricultural College and Chair of Falkland Rural Enterprises, an organic farming company. He continues to study the ethical implications of emerging biotechnologies. CHRISTINE A. WATSON leads soil science research at SRUC. She has extensive experience of research in organic farming and is involved ... Read more

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