Organic agriculture is defined as an environmentally and socially sensitive food supply system. This publication considers the contribution of organic agricultu

In this volume the potential of organic agriculture (OA) for rural development and the improvement of livelihoods in analysed and assessed in detail. With socio

World’s population is projected to reach 9.7 billion in 2050 and 11.2 billion in 2100. To meet the food demands of the exponentially increasing population, a

The development of sustainable agricultural systems is an imperative aspect of any country, but particularly in the context of developing countries. Lack of pro

This book represents a current look at what we know about organic farming practices and systems, primarily from the U.S. and Canadian perspectives. the discussi