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The farm as natural habitat

by Dana L. Jackson and Laura L. Jackson (2002)

About this book

Contributors bring together insights and practices from conservation biology, sustainable agriculture and biodiversity, and farming, in support of the idea that the agricultural landscape can be restored to a healthy diversity. They offer examples of an alternative agriculture that can produce healthy food, functioning ecosystems, and populations of native species. Material originated at a June 1998 seminar on agroecological restoration.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe farm as natural habitat Lead Character

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