The Biological Farmer: A Complete Guide to the Sustainable & Profitable Biological System of Farming

by Gary F. Zimmer, Leilani Zimmer-Durand

Biological farming was around long before researchers and entrepreneurs began their search for the best biologicals. The biological farming system developed decades ago by Gary Zimmer doesn t manipulate soil life or sell it; it instead creates the conditions where soil life flourishes. His system feeds soil microbes, balances soil minerals, promotes tillage with a purpose, and relies on both cover crops and diverse rotations. Gary Zimmer and Leilani Zimmer-Durand have created a thoughtful road map for farmers looking to learn more about how their soils work, improve their current operations, build resilience against both natural and financial challenges, and leave a lasting legacy in healthy & productive soils.

The results...
- Higher yields & profits for growers
- Better forage & increased productivity for dairy and beef cattle
- More nutritious food for consumers
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
- More soil organic matter
- Improved soil health

In this greatly revised and expanded edition of the modern classic the authors take the art and science of biological agriculture to new levels.

Genres: Agriculture

538 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[Katherine Stevick · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderfully detailed, non-dogmatic look at profitable, ecologically sound farming. I love that he actually gets into cation exchange and soil chemistry, instead of saying vague, high-flown things about Nature. Not a cover-to-cover read, necessarily, but a lot of great info and case studies.

[Nicole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Never finished reading.

[Celia Enoch · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent