Breakfast Of Biodiversity
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Breakfast Of Biodiversity
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Author : John H. Vandermeer
language : en
Publisher: Food First Books
Release Date : 2005
Breakfast Of Biodiversity written by John H. Vandermeer and has been published by Food First Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Nature categories.
Focuses on international commerce as the greatest threat to the world's rain forests. Argues that no single industry or activity is to blame for deforestation, but that the ways in which consumers around the world spend and invest comprises a web of interests that lead to the depletion of natural resources and the destruction of habitats. Advocates consumer behavior meant to curtail the destruction.
Breakfast Of Biodiversity
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Author : John Vandermeer
language : en
Publisher: Turtleback
Release Date : 1995-03-01
Breakfast Of Biodiversity written by John Vandermeer and has been published by Turtleback this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-03-01 with Nature categories.
"In Breakfast of Biodiversity, John Vandermeer and Ivette Perfecto insightfully describe the ways in which such factors as the international banking system, modern agricultural techniques, rain forest ecology, and the struggles of the poor interact to bring down the forest. They weave an alternative vision in which democracy, sustainable agriculture, and land security for the poor are at the center of the movement to save the tropical environment."--BOOK JACKET.
Fragile Web
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Author : Jonathan W. Silvertown
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010
Fragile Web written by Jonathan W. Silvertown and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Nature categories.
Jonathan Silvertown is professor of ecology at the Open University, Milton Keynes, and the author of An Orchard Invisible and Demons in Eden and editor of 99% Ape, all published by the University of Chicago Press. --Book Jacket.
Nature S Matrix
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Author : Ivette Perfecto
language : en
Publisher: Earthscan
Release Date : 2009
Nature S Matrix written by Ivette Perfecto and has been published by Earthscan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Business & Economics categories.
Landscapes are frequently seen as fragments of natural habitat surrounded by a 'sea' of agriculture. But recent ecological theory shows that the nature of these fragments is not nearly as important for conservation as is the nature of the matrix of agriculture that surrounds them. Local extinctions from conservation fragments are inevitable and must be balanced by migrations if massive extinction is to be avoided. High migration rates only occur in what the authors refer to as 'high quality' matrices, which are created by alternative agroecological techniques, as opposed to the industrial monocultural model of agriculture. The authors argue that the only way to promote such high quality matrices is to work with rural social movements. Their ideas are at odds with the major trends of some of the large conservation organizations that emphasize targeted land purchases of protected areas. They argue that recent advances in ecological research make such a general approach anachronistic and call, rather, for solidarity with the small farmers around the world who are currently struggling to attain food sovereignty.Nature's Matrix proposes a radically new approach to the conservation of biodiversity based on recent advances in the science of ecology plus political realities, particularly in the world's tropical regions.
Participatory Research And On Farm Management Of Agricultural Biodiversity In Europe
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Author : Michel P. Pimbert
language : en
Publisher: IIED
Release Date : 2011
Participatory Research And On Farm Management Of Agricultural Biodiversity In Europe written by Michel P. Pimbert and has been published by IIED this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Agrobiodiversity categories.
Agrobiodiversity School Gardens And Healthy Diets
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Author : Danny Hunter
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2020-03-03
Agrobiodiversity School Gardens And Healthy Diets written by Danny Hunter and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-03 with Education categories.
This book critically assesses the role of agrobiodiversity in school gardens and its contribution to diversifying diets, promoting healthy eating habits and improving nutrition among schoolchildren as well as other benefits relating to climate change adaptation, ecoliteracy and greening school spaces. Many schoolchildren suffer from various forms of malnutrition and it is important to address their nutritional status given the effects it has on their health, cognition, and subsequently their educational achievement. Schools are recognized as excellent platforms for promoting lifelong healthy eating and improving long-term, sustainable nutrition security required for optimum educational outcomes. This book reveals the multiple benefits of school gardens for improving nutrition and education for children and their families. It examines issues such as school feeding, community food production, school gardening, nutritional education and the promotion of agrobiodiversity, and draws on international case studies, from both developed and developing nations, to provide a comprehensive global assessment. This book will be essential reading for those interested in promoting agrobiodiversity, sustainable nutrition and healthy eating habits in schools and public institutions more generally. It identifies recurring and emerging issues, establishes best practices, identifies key criteria for success and advises on strategies for scaling up and scaling out elements to improve the uptake of school gardens.
Biodiversity And Human Health
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Author : Francesca Grifo
language : en
Publisher: Island Press
Release Date : 1997-02-01
Biodiversity And Human Health written by Francesca Grifo and has been published by Island Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-02-01 with Health & Fitness categories.
The implications of biodiversity loss for the global environment have been widely discussed, but only recently has attention been paid to its direct and serious effects on human health. Biodiversity loss affects the spread of human diseases, causes a loss of medical models, diminishes the supplies of raw materials for drug discovery and biotechnology, and threatens food production and water quality. Biodiversity and Human Health brings together leading thinkers on the global environment and biomedicine to explore the human health consequences of the loss of biological diversity. Based on a two-day conference sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, and the Smithsonian Institution, the book opens a dialogue among experts from the fields of public health, biology, epidemiology, botany, ecology, demography, and pharmacology on this vital but often neglected concern. Contributors discuss the uses and significance of biodiversity to the practice of medicine today, and develop strategies for conservation of these critical resources. Topics examined include: the causes and consequences of biodiversity loss emerging infectious diseases and the loss of biodiversity the significance and use of both prescription and herbal biodiversity-derived remedies indigenous and local peoples and their health care systems sustainable use of biodiversity for medicine an agenda for the future In addition to the editors, contributors include Anthony Artuso, Byron Bailey, Jensa Bell, Bhaswati Bhattacharya, Michael Boyd, Mary S. Campbell, Eric Chivian, Paul Cox, Gordon Cragg, Andrew Dobson, Kate Duffy-Mazan, Robert Engelman, Paul Epstein, Alexandra S. Fairfield, John Grupenhoff, Daniel Janzen, Catherine A. Laughin, Katy Moran, Robert McCaleb, Thomas Mays, David Newman, Charles Peters, Walter Reid, and John Vandermeer. The book provides a common framework for physicians and biomedical researchers who wish to learn more about environmental concerns, and for members of the environmental community who desire a greater understanding of biomedical issues.
Agriculture Biodiversity And Markets
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Author : Stewart Lockie
language : en
Publisher: Earthscan
Release Date : 2010
Agriculture Biodiversity And Markets written by Stewart Lockie and has been published by Earthscan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Business & Economics categories.
Debate about how best to ensure the preservation of agricultural biodiversity is caught in a counter-productive polemic between proponents and critics of market-based instruments and agricultural modernization. However, it is argued in this book that neither position does justice to the range of strategies that farmers use to manage agrobiodiversity and other livelihood assets as they adapt to changing social, economic, and environmental circumstances.
The Complete Vegetable Cookbook
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Author : James Strawbridge
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2021-10-14
The Complete Vegetable Cookbook written by James Strawbridge and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-10-14 with Cooking categories.
A must-have guide for every cook on how to prepare, store, and cook fresh seasonal vegetables with confidence and keep waste to a minimum. From asparagus and artichoke to fennel and celeriac, James Strawbridge has your veg box covered! Whether you are looking to include more veg in your diet, moving to a vegan or meat-free lifestyle, or looking for some flavour inspiration for your dishes, this is a vegetarian cookbook with a difference - giving you the confidence and knowledge to safely prepare and cook the edible parts of seasonal vegetables. - Covering more than 60 vegetables organised by seasonality - Over 135 delicious vegetarian recipes for you to enjoy- including main meals, light lunches and sides - Detailed information on plant varieties with annotated photographs displaying the edible parts of each vegetable - Learn the best way to prepare, store and preserve your favourite veg - Handy zero-waste top tips and practical tricks throughout to make your vegetables last longer - Sustainable leftover solutions from stocks, and drying techniques to pickling, fermenting and roasting James Strawbridge showcases more than 60 vegetables, season by season, exploring each plant's unique characteristics, different varieties, and how best to prepare produce in your kitchen. An advocate of zero-waste cooking, James also shares how you can make use of all that's edible from root to bloom with ideas on preserving and storing. Rustle up one of James' family favourites- a warming fennel gratin for a cosy autumn evening meal; watercress, pear, and walnut tart; or even cucumber peel gin, and discover how the humble vegetable can deliver utmost flavour all year round. A refreshing take on the classic recipe book, The Complete Vegetable Cookbook is a staple in the kitchen or a fantastic gift for food lovers and allotment growers alike! Complete the Series Discover more from James Strawbridge in The Artisan Kitchen: The science, practice and possibilities providing modern twists to age-old preservation, fermentation and cooking techniques. Or, why not join Dick Strawbridge, of Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau, and his son James on a journey to reduce your carbon footprint in Practical Self-sufficiency: The complete guide to sustainable living today.
Conserving And Valuing Ecosystem Services And Biodiversity
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Author : K. N. Ninan
language : en
Publisher: Earthscan
Release Date : 2012
Conserving And Valuing Ecosystem Services And Biodiversity written by K. N. Ninan and has been published by Earthscan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012 with Business & Economics categories.
'Should be essential reading for all those who wish to realize truly sustainable development in this new millennium.' From the foreword by Achim Steiner UN Under-Secretary General and Executive Director United Nations Environment Programme 'Fills a much needed gap in the literature ... The chapters include contributions by leading academics and policy experts which make for one of the most authoritative books in this field.' Andreas Kontoleon University Lecturer and Director of MPhil in Environmental Policy University of Cambridge This is the most comprehensive book to address the economic soci.