Good soil leads to great plants. However, understanding soil and maintaining its health can be challenging for many gardeners.Discover the gardening secrets that will transform the way you grow vegetables, making it easier and more enjoyable!You've put in the work - planting seeds, watering them, tending to their every need. Yet, you find yourself with dry, weedy land. It's tough when things don’t go as planned, especially when you're unsure why. When other people seem to have effortless lush green gardens, it’s easy to feel left behind.Gardening might seem straightforward, but most people are unaware of the science behind it:What pH is best for my plants?How can I increase organic matter in my soil?How does soil structure impact water retention and root growth?Why are soil microbes important and how can I promote their health?How can I improve my soil without using chemical fertilizers?Getting the hang of what's happening under your feet can change your whole gardening game. By incorporating regenerative agricultural practices such as no-till gardening, cover cropping, crop rotation, mulching, composting, and companion planting, you can boost your garden’s vitality and productivity. Don't fret over the technical details – Keeping your soil happy is easier than you might think. Soil science for gardeners has never been simpler.Check out this easy guide, brimming with practical tips for nurturing your soil and maximizing its potential!What you’ll find in this soil book:The fundamentals of soil science: everything you need to know to cultivate the ideal soil to have a thriving gardenDig the secret! Discover the 4 secrets to a thriving underground biodiversity that supercharges your soil!16 nutrients crucial for plant growth and the reasons why carbon isn’t the villain in our “carbon problem.”7 simple ways to test your soil and read the results like a pro!How to compost—the right way!6 common soil challenges and solutions to save you time and money.7 best gardening practices for stellar soil such as no-till, companion planting, crop rotation, native plants, cover crops, and moreAvoid another season of sparse plants and hours of frustration. Dive into the secrets of the soil, and soon, you'll watch your garden flourish effortlessly. Everything you need to excel is right at your fingertips! Eager for a lush harvest? Scroll up and grab your copy today! Read more

Need help to start with permaculture and become self-sufficient as soon as possible? Start with Sophie Today! The freshest and most delicious food possible is waiting for you... and you don't have to have any experience to get started.Are you becoming more and more concerned about the global economy and have a burning desire to return to the land in a meaningful way?What if you could restore your health and vitality in a way that brought you safety and assurance? What if you could work with nature efficiently to grow your own food?How would it feel to come home after a long day’s work and relax into the beautiful oasis you’ve created, knowing that your efforts also help to restore our planet?The world of today might be a bit chaotic, but this doesn't mean that you have to struggle or get stuck in a perpetual state of worry.Instead, you can learn effective strategies that uplift not only your own livelihood, but that of your friends, family, and surrounding community as well.The key is in our connection -- to each other, and also to Mother Earth.The best part is that the permaculture lifestyle helps you accomplish all of this.Permaculture is the answer to so many of our world’s problems... and the best part is that anyone can quickly become a master of this craft.With the right insight, a bit of practical advice, and a detailed step-by-step plan of action, you’ll soon find yourself feeding more than just your family.The bounty that awaits you is far beyond what you’re imagining right now.Inside The Practical Permaculture Project, you’ll discover:Why permaculture is the future for the human race -- and how getting started today is going to empower every aspect of your lifeThe absolute importance of having a plan in place before you start your permaculture garden -- and how you can create this plan todayEverything you need to know for success -- including garden design basics, water management techniques, how to improve the soil, and how to compostThe 7-step process to designing your very own unique permaculture gardenDetailed guidance on building your garden beds and optimizing the space you have -- no matter how small it may beThe 12 principles of permaculture... and why, if you follow these guidelines, you’re sure to generate long term successThe most effective way to turn your extra produce into profit, allowing you to give back to the community and generate a little side income for yourself at the same time… and much more!Getting started with permaculture is a gradual process, and requires slow and steady movement forward.When you focus on the step directly in front of you, things flow more naturally, you never become overwhelmed, and you can produce a bounty of fresh crops in a small amount of time.The only question is... are you ready to take that very first step?If you’re ready to take action, connect with nature, and begin feeding your whole family with the healthiest and most delicious food possible, then scroll up and click the “Add to Cart” button right now and grab your copy today! Read more

Ever imagined trading city lights for starlit skies and bustling streets for tranquil pastures?Discover the secrets to thriving off-grid and mastering the art of homesteading with this comprehensive 10-book compilation, your ultimate guide to embracing a lifestyle of resilience and abundance.BONUS 1: Beekeeping BasicsBONUS 2: How to Start BeekeepingBONUS 3: 6 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Raw Land for a HomesteadBONUS 4: Living Off-Grid on a tiny House Homestead for 6 Years🌱 BOOK 1: FOUNDATIONS OF HOMESTEADING- Delve into the core principles of homesteading for a self-sufficient lifestyle.- Strategize your homestead setup, from selecting the ideal location to building essential infrastructure.🏡 BOOK 2: MAXIMIZING SMALL SPACES- Unlock the potential of limited space with innovative techniques for the quarter-acre homestead.- Explore intensive gardening methods and creative solutions for small livestock management.🌿 BOOK 3: THE HERBAL HOMESTEADER- Harness the power of medicinal and culinary herbs for health and self-sufficiency.- Craft herbal products and companionship for your homestead and livestock.🐓 BOOK 4: ETHICAL ANIMAL HUSBANDRY- Embrace humane and sustainable practices in caring for your homestead animals.- Learn butchering techniques and tips for raising healthy and happy livestock.💧 BOOK 5: WATER INDEPENDENCE- Attain water self-sufficiency through rainwater harvesting and efficient irrigation systems.📋 BOOK 6: HOMESTEAD PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION- Navigate essential planning guides and resource optimization for efficient homesteading.- Organize your homestead for maximum productivity and sustainability.🌿 BOOK 7: DIVERSE HOMESTEADING PRACTICES- Explore sustainable gardening techniques, poultry keeping, and homestead ventures like maple sugaring.💰 BOOK 8: SELF-SUFFICIENCY ON A BUDGET- Uncover budget-friendly tips and tricks for achieving self-sufficiency without breaking the bank.🌾 BOOK 9: BACK TO BASICS HOMESTEADING- Master the fundamentals of growing food, food preservation, and generating energy on the homestead.🛠️ BOOK 10: CRAFTING AND HERBAL MEDICINE- Engage in homestead craftsmanship with DIY projects and skills.- Harness the healing properties of herbal medicine for holistic homestead health."THE HOMESTEADING BIBLE" equips you with the knowledge and skills to craft a sustainable, self-sufficient lifestyle. Embrace the journey and thrive in harmony with the land. 🌻🏡 Read more

When this award-winning husband-and-wife team discovered that they each had sugar in their family history, they were inspired to trace the globe-spanning story of the sweet substance and to seek out the voices of those who led bitter sugar lives. The trail ran like a bright band from religious ceremonies in India to Europe’s Middle Ages, then on to Columbus, who brought the first cane cuttings to the Americas. Sugar was the substance that drove the bloody slave trade and caused the loss of countless lives but it also planted the seeds of revolution that led to freedom in the American colonies, Haiti, and France. With songs, oral histories, maps, and over 80 archival illustrations, here is the story of how one product allows us to see the grand currents of world history in new ways. Time line, source notes, bibliography, index. Read more

Soil Science for Beginners: A Holistic Journey towards Soil Health, Garden Success, and Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Futures.Embark on a transformative journey through the world beneath our feet with "Soil Science for Beginners." Whether you're a budding gardener, an aspiring farmer, or simply curious about the secret life of soil, this comprehensive guide is your key to unlocking the potential of your land.Dive into the fundamental principles of soil science, demystified for beginners. Discover the vital role soil plays in fostering healthy gardens, thriving ecosystems, and sustainable agriculture. From the basics of soil composition to advanced techniques for enhancing soil health, this book covers it all in clear, accessible language.Inside, you'll explore:The building blocks of soil: Learn about the diverse components that make up soil and how they interact to support plant growth and vitality.Nurturing soil health: Explore strategies for improving soil structure, fertility, and resilience through organic practices and regenerative techniques.Gardening success: Gain practical insights into cultivating vibrant, productive gardens by harnessing the power of healthy soil.Packed with practical tips, insightful anecdotes, and inspiring case studies, "Soil Science for Beginners" empowers you to become a steward of the land. Whether you're a novice or seasoned gardener, this book will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to create thriving landscapes, nurture biodiversity, and contribute to a more sustainable future.Unlock the secrets beneath your feet and transform your garden into a lush paradise with "Soil Science for Beginners"! Get your hands on this essential guide now by clicking on the “Buy Button” and start your journey towards healthier soil, thriving plants, and sustainable living. Don't wait – dive in and cultivate your green thumb today! Read more

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Do you ever find yourself frustrated by wilting plants, failed crops, or the belief thatyou lack a gree thumb?🧑🌾Are you overwhelmed by the complexities of soil care, uncertain about whatnutrients your plants truly need❓If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the complexities of gardening, fear not, “SoilScience” is here to guide you through the fascinating world beneath your feet❗ 🌍⚡ ⚡ SUPER BONUS⚡ INSIDE!! THE 🌙 LUNAR CALENDAR🌙 FOR YOUR SUCCESSIN GARDENING🎨 COLOR EDITION!🎨For many aspiring gardeners🧑🌾 and seasoned growers, this mysterious realm oftenbecomes a source of frustration, uncertainty and challenges. The fear of makingmistakes in nurturing plant nutrients and misinterpreting soil tests can deter eventhe most enthusiastic green thumbs.This is where soil science steps in with innovative practies such as:▪ climate-resilient crops🌱▪ crop rotation 🔄▪ lunar gardening🌙▪ companion planting▪ urban agriculture, cultivating greenery on terraces and green roofs,demonstrating that mastering the soil is possible wherever you are.🌍You will learn:✓ how to nourish the soil with essential plant nutrients✓ cultivate soil health with sustainable gardening techniques✓ harness the power of composting and mulching🍂✓ test the soil and interpret the results to optimize the growth of your plants.Unlock the beauty and complexity of the soil with this essential guide and let yourgardening adventure begin.CLICK THE “BUY” BUTTON NOW! Read more

Imagine looking out from your 18th floor apartment in the middle of the city and seeing trees right in front of you. In an effort to stem climate change, reduce pollution, combat heat, and protect biodiversity, architects are teaming up with botanists, urban wildlife ecologists, and other scientists to design high-rise forests, living walls, and vertical farms in some of the world’s most populated places. These projects are happening all around the world, and they will not only change the urban landscape, but they will provide urban dwellers with a healthier place to live and work. For Buildings That Breathe, author and environmental journalist Nancy Castaldo connected with architect Stefano Boeri at the World Forum on Urban Forests and was invited to his office in Milan where she visited Bosco Verticale, the first high-rise forest. Planted with 750 trees, 5,000 shrubs, and 11 perennials on two apartment towers, the project provides an urban habitat for birds, insects, and people while creating a micro-climate that produces oxygen and provides shade for high-rise residents. Explore Bosco Verticale, as well the planned Liuzhou Forest City in China and other green architecture projects around the world, looking at how people are working together to change the urban landscape of the future. Read more

Black Farming Coloring Book is a relaxing and inspiring coloring book for adults who love nature and rural life or just want to relax. African Americans are often depicted in urban environments. This book decided to flip the picture and feature 50 plus beautiful and unique illustrations of black farmers working on their farms, enjoying the countryside, and caring for their animals. You will find scenes of harvesting crops, milking cows, feeding chickens, riding horses, fishing, camping, and more that you don't often see African Americans depicted as in these times. Stats show that African American farmers are dwindling as time goes on so this book is an ode to a time past. This Black Farming Coloring Book is perfect for anyone Black or white, male or female, adult or child of anyone who wants to escape the stresses of modern life and immerse themselves in the simple joys of farming and country living. Read more

Describes the lives of eight people who played a significant role in the exploration of territory and founding of settlements in the American Midwest. Includes Antoine Cadillac, Charles Langlade, Jean du Sable, George Rogers Clark, Rufus Putnam, Julien Dubuque, and Josiah and Abigail Snelling. Read more

This Beekeeping Log Book is the ideal notebook for organizing and keeping track of the health of your bees and hives. Improve your apiary management and efficiency, and get better yields and happier bees. Stay organized and streamlined today with this log book.Highlights:Professionally designed cover and interiorComprehensive so that all important aspects are coveredIntuitively structuredGuided fields with options make filling out easierYou'll be able to record the following:Conditions (date, time, weather, temperature, etc.)Hive configurationBrood patternBrood stageQueen detailsQueen cell detailsColony temperamentColony populationFood storeIrregularities (diseases, infections, deformations, etc.)TreatmentsTo do listSpace for personal notes Read more

Imagine looking out from your 18th floor apartment in the middle of the city and seeing trees right in front of you. In an effort to stem climate change, reduce pollution, combat heat, and protect biodiversity, architects are teaming up with botanists, urban wildlife ecologists, and other scientists to design high-rise forests, living walls, and vertical farms in some of the world’s most populated places. These projects are happening all around the world, and they will not only change the urban landscape, but they will provide urban dwellers with a healthier place to live and work. For Buildings That Breathe, author and environmental journalist Nancy Castaldo connected with architect Stefano Boeri at the World Forum on Urban Forests and was invited to his office in Milan where she visited Bosco Verticale, the first high-rise forest. Planted with 750 trees, 5,000 shrubs, and 11 perennials on two apartment towers, the project provides an urban habitat for birds, insects, and people while creating a micro-climate that produces oxygen and provides shade for high-rise residents. Explore Bosco Verticale, as well the planned Liuzhou Forest City in China and other green architecture projects around the world, looking at how people are working together to change the urban landscape of the future. Read more

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Cultivate an interest in the agricultural sector with a three-level secondary course designed specifically for the Caribbean.- Explore regional and global practices and developments in agriculture.- Review career options in an increasingly lucrative and essential sector.- Enhance understanding of the relevance of agriculture with a project-based approach to select topics.- Prepare for study at the CSEC level with a dedicated project-based chapter scalable to other topics and SBA research at the CSEC level.- Consolidate learning with clear chapter objectives and end of chapter evaluation. Read more

What if you knew how the hot dog you are eating was really made?"How Food is Made...should be compulsory in every home. And school. And public library."- John Lethlean Food critic and columnist for Weekend Australian Magazine and Gourmet Traveller Magazine.We buy and eat convenience food every day, yet how these foods are made is a mystery to almost everyone. For most, mass food production is an unspoken fact of life, a secret locked behind factory doors. But not anymore.In this fascinating graphic book, you will learn how 60 common household foods are processed from raw ingredient to finished product, using clear language, drawings and detailed infographics.How Food is Made will help you:see how processed foods in your home are manufacturedunderstand the role of food preservatives and additiveslearn how to read food labels and ingredients lists more confidentlyidentify unhealthy food for kids and make better food choices.In How Food is Made, fine artist and illustrator Ayla Marika masterfully distils complex food science concepts and industry jargon into everyday language and eye-catching visuals. With hand-drawn infographics and comic-styled flow charts, she transforms even the most brain-achingly complicated food production processes into something that is not only easy to understand, but also entertaining.Topics include chocolate, bacon, coffee, hot dogs, beer, chips, ketchup, sugar, margarine, marshmallows, chewing gum, chicken nuggets, gummy bears and many more of your favourites.An invaluable resource for teachers, parents, teens... and anyone who has ever wondered 'how is food made, really?' Read more

On the surface, it seems that genetically modified foods or GM foods are a reasonable defense against world hunger and malnutrition. They may offer solutions to other global problems as well. Critics argue that GM foods are unsafe and potentially hazardous to human health. They also claim that the engineering of GM foods harms the environment. So what is the truth? The curated essays in this volume present viewpoints from different sides of the debates surrounding genetically modified foods and a shrinking food supply. Read more

Use this comprehensive gardening journal to plan your garden and track your plants through each growing season. The organizer is perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike. Whether you're new to gardening or a seasoned veteran, this gardening journal will help you get a head start for the next season.The Book Includes:Ample space to sketch your Garden LayoutA Year at a Glance section organized by month for a good overview of the year as a wholeA Seasonal To-Do section to make sure you're ready for the upcoming seasonMonthly Calendars organized by dayThe corresponding To-Do and Priority Lists for each monthAmple space for Additional Notes per Month (e.g. shopping lists)Plant Care and Details sheets to record individual plantsSupplier and Nursery Details page to record your relevant contacts Read more

Cultivate an interest in the agricultural sector with a three-level secondary course designed specifically for the Caribbean.- Explore regional and global practices and developments in agriculture.- Review career options in an increasingly lucrative and essential sector.- Enhance understanding of the relevance of agriculture with a project-based approach to select topics.- Prepare for study at the CSEC level with a dedicated project-based chapter scalable to other topics and the SBA research at the CSEC level.- Consolidate learning with clear chapter objectives and end of chapter evaluation. Read more

This title examines an important historic event, the Irish Potato Famine. Readers will learn the history of Ireland leading up to the famine, key players and happenings during the famine, and the event's effect on society. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index. Essential Events is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9. Read more