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The sustainable homestead : create a thriving permaculture ecosystem with your garden, animals, and land

Summary: "Live the dream and make the most of your land by working with it, not against it. From capturing water and building strong soil to helping your animals live their best lives, this book is all about making your homestead stronger by achieving synergy between its different parts." -- Back cover.

Record details

ISBN: 9780760380499
ISBN: 0760380481
ISBN: 9780760380482
Physical Description: 192 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 25 cm
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Publisher: Beverly, MA : Cool Springs Press, 2023.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages 184-187) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Chapter 1: -- Site assessment -- Chapter 2: -- Soil -- Chapter 3: -- Growing -- Chapter 4: -- Incorporating animals -- Chapter 5: -- Designing a pasture -- Chapter 6: -- Compost -- Chapter 7: -- The sustainable orchard -- Chapter 8: -- The role of the homesteader.