Profitable Organic Farming [Paperback]

Jon Newton (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 6, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0632039299 | ISBN-13: 978-0632039296 | Edition: 1

Forecasters had already predicted that organic farming will double its production in five years but now the Government has promised to support it financially. The effect of such government support in Germany has been dramatic, leading to a fourfold increase in the number of organic farms and sevenfold increase in land area. A similar rate of growth could occur in the UK where many farmers dislike set-aside and organic farming provides a better alternative. Although a growing public demand for organic products is assured, the main problem of how to make it pay remains. This book, by a former scientist at the Grassland Research Institute who is now at the Organic Advisory Service, identifies the key points for success and draws on the experience and knowledge of farmers who have turned organic farming into a thriving commercial enterprise.

Editorial Reviews

Book Description

The demand for food produced from sustainable and organic farm enterprises continues to grow worldwide, with demand exceeding supply for many items. This second edition of an extremely well received and successful book covers every aspect of an organic farm enterprise that can have an influence on profitability. As such the book is an essential purchase for all those involved in organic and sustainable farming.Topics covered include grassland productivity, production systems for dairy, beef, sheep, pig, poultry and arable farms, farm size and enterprise combinations, organic standards, financial management, marketing, success factors and progress by organic farmers. The book concludes with a new chapter covering potential future scenarios for organic farming.Drawing on new information available in the area and including case studies from successful organic farm businesses, the author Jon Newton has written a book that is of great commercial use to a wide range of workers including organic farm managers and those wishing to commence organic farming operations. The book is also of great use and interest to agricultural scientists and students and those working in government and regional agricultural advisory services worldwide. Libraries in research establishments, universities and colleges where agricultural sciences are studied and taught should have several copies of this important and useful book on their shelves.Review of the first edition'It is an essential volume for any commercial organic farmers or budding organic farmers bookshelf. It will no doubt also be a very popular read and provide much food for thought amongst many agricultural students': New Farmer & Grower. Jon Newton is an agricultural consultant specialising in organic and sustainable agriculture based in North Wales, UK. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Forecasters had already predicted that organic farming will double its production in five years but now the Government has promised to support it financially. The effect of such government support in Germany has been dramatic, leading to a fourfold increase in the number of organic farms and sevenfold increase in land area. A similar rate of growth could occur in the UK where many farmers dislike set-aside and organic farming provides a better alternative. Although a growing public demand for organic products is assured, the main problem of how to make it pay remains. This book, by a former scientist at the

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (September 6, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0632039299
• ISBN-13: 978-0632039296
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,568,455 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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