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Beekeeping is an ancient practice that involves the care and management of bees for the purpose of harvesting honey and other bee products. It is a fascinating and rewarding hobby that allows us to connect with nature while also contributing to the health of our ecosystems. In order to truly understand the fascinating world of beekeeping we must delve into its rich history. The practice of beekeeping has been an integral part of human civilization...
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición del certificado de profesionalidad "SEAG0110 - SERVICIOS PARA EL CONTROL DE PLAGAS". Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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The essence of the story revolves around Kiribati, an island nation facing the existential threat of climate change. It illustrates the multifaceted challenges the nation encounters due to rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and environmental degradation. However, the narrative primarily focuses on Kiribati's resilient spirit, showcasing the nation's innovative approaches, community-driven initiatives, and the fusion of traditional wisdom with...
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This vintage book contains a collection of articles pertaining to the production of pork, with information on curing, cuts, slaughtering, and many other aspects. These timeless articles contain a wealth of useful and interesting information, and are highly recommended for anyone occupied in the production of pork. Contents include: "A Manual on the Hog", "Biggle Swine Book – Much Old and More New Hog Knowledge, Arranged in Alternate Streaks of Fat...
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What can good farming teach us about nurturing ourselves?
In Farmacology, practicing family physician and renowned nutrition explorer Daphne Miller brings us beyond the simple concept of "food as medicine" and introduces us to the critical idea that it's the farm where that food is grown that offers us the real medicine.
By venturing out of her clinic and spending time on seven family farms, Miller uncovers all the aspects of farming-from seed choice...
46) Crianza de Burros: La Guía Definitiva de la Selección, Cuidado y Entrenamiento de Burros, que Inc
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Si quiere aprender cómo criar burros, entonces continúe leyendo...Los burros son una criatura única y robusta con una larga historia de convivencia con los humanos. Han sido utilizados para proporcionar fuerza laboral, transportar cargas pequeñas, e incluso como transporte para personas a través de la Ruta de la Seda.¿Ha pensado criar burros para obtener ganancias?¿Se ha preguntado qué implica cuidar y manejar estos animales?Esta guía le...
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"Aquaponics for Beginners" is your go-to resource for diving into the world of sustainable gardening through the innovative practice of aquaponics. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or a novice looking to explore eco-friendly cultivation, this comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions and valuable insights to help you create a thriving aquaponic system in your own backyard.
• Understanding Aquaponics: Grasp the fundamentals of aquaponics,...
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Book Description: Tryst with Destiny: India's Post-Independence JourneyEmbark on a captivating journey through the heart of India's history with "Tryst with Destiny: India's Post-Independence Journey." In the wake of the midnight hour in 1947, a new nation was born, setting the stage for a narrative that would unfold across decades, weaving together tales of triumphs, challenges, and the indefatigable spirit of a people.This meticulously researched...
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Combining stunning visuals with insights and a lexicon of more than 200 agricultural terms explained by today's thought leaders, Local showcases and explores one of the most popular environmental trends: rebuilding local food movements.
When Douglas Gayeton took his young daughter to see the salmon run-a favorite pastime growing up in Northern California-he was devastated to find that a combination of urban sprawl, land mismanagement, and pollution...
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Uncover the Secrets of Economic Entomology in Australia! Are you struggling to protect your crops and pastures from economic pests? Do you find yourself battling against the relentless onslaught of insects, unsure of how to manage them effectively? Dive into "Buzzing Economies," your ultimate field guide to mastering Australian economic entomology. This comprehensive handbook is designed to equip farmers, agronomists, and enthusiasts alike with the...
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Protect Your Harvest: Defend Against Crop Pests In the world of agriculture, every crop is precious. Yet, the menace of insects and arachnids threatens to devour your hard work and investments. Don't let your harvest fall victim to these relentless invaders. "Guarding the Grain" is your indispensable ally, offering comprehensive insights and strategies to safeguard your stored crops. Are you tired of watching your profits dwindle due to pest infestations?...
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Get Your Goat is a comprehensive, engaging way to answer all your questions about keeping goats, as backyard farm animal or even as a pet. It's all about back to basics: consumers are rejecting consumption and looking for more and more ways to reconnect with the earth, the community, and their food sources. Many people who have tried keeping chickens, toyed with turkeys, or even just fantasized about converting their quarter-acre suburban yard into...
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Revolutionize Your Farming: Unleash the Power of Precision Agriculture! Are you tired of traditional farming methods holding you back from maximizing your crop yields? Do you long for sustainable solutions to modern agricultural challenges? Look no further.In "Smart Farming: Harnessing Precision Agriculture for Sustainable Futures," you'll discover groundbreaking strategies to transform your farming operations. From precision irrigation techniques...
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"What we eat matters--to us, and to the planet. Cool food is a game-changing new food category and way of thinking that can help fix the climate. This ... book will show you how to make simple choices, starting today--in the supermarket, in your kitchen, and in the world--to reduce your environmental impact. Hundreds of cool foods exist, but until now have gone largely uncelebrated for their climate-positive powers. Some of these foods may already...
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A WALL STREET JOURNAL FAVORITE FOOD BOOK OF THE EAR
From the author of Queen Sugar-now a critically acclaimed series on OWN directed by Ava Duvernay-comes a beautiful exploration and celebration of black farming in America.
In this impressive anthology, Natalie Baszile brings together essays, poems, photographs, quotes, conversations, and first-person stories to examine black people's connection to the American land from Emancipation to today....
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Obesity rates are rising across the United States and beyond. While some claim that people simply eat too much "energy-dense" food while exercising too little, The Neoliberal Diet argues that the issue is larger than individual lifestyle choices. Since the 1980s, the shift toward neoliberal regulation has enabled agribusiness multinationals to thrive by selling a combination of meat and highly processed foods loaded with refined flour and sugars-a...
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Twelve months to self-sufficiency! This fully updated second edition of the popular Weekend Homesteader series includes exciting, short projects that you can use to dip your toes into the vast ocean of homesteading without getting overwhelmed. If you need to fit homesteading into a few hours each weekend and would like to have fun while doing it, these projects will be right up your alley, whether you live on a forty-acre farm, a postage-stamp lawn...
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Whether you're looking to adopt a greener lifestyle or wanting to go off the grid, this guide has all you need to know to boost your self-sufficiency.
Worried about ever-rising fuel bills and longing for the day when you can be off-grid and independent? Anxious about the quality of the food you eat and planning to go organic? Yearning to get back to the way it was but don't know where to start? This book will show you how to achieve the eco-friendly...
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In an era bustling with international trade and people on the move, why has local food become increasingly important? How does a community benefit from growing and buying its own produce, rather than eating food sown and harvested by outsiders? Selling Local is an indispensable guide to community-based food movements, showcasing the broad appeal and impact of farmers' markets, community supported agriculture programs, and food hubs, which combine...
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