Agriculture the food we grow and animals we raise /
A comprehensive introduction to U.S. agricultural practices. The chapters cover the history of American farming to sustainable practices for the future. Includes tables, diagrams, a glossary and chronology.
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| Format: | Electronic eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Chelsea House,
c2007.
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| Series: | Natural resources
Natural resources (New York, N.Y.) |
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Table of Contents:
- Concepts of agriculture
- History of American farming
- Renewable and nonrenewable resources
- Development of agricultural diversity
- Use of the land and agricultural diversity
- Importance of agriculture
- Management of the land, water, soil and environment
- Conservation of agricultural resources
- Conclusion: Future issues and land stewardship
- Chronology
- Glossary
- Further reading
- Index.