Who's Minding the Farm? [electronic resource] : In this climate emergency
Patrice Newell2019
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A call to arms from Patrice Newell who has dedicated her life to land management
at Elmswood in the Hunter Valley.
In an era of rapid climate change, this vital account of how agriculture can
address major issues is an Australian story with global ramifications. Patrice
is at the frontline of enormous challenges, from water scarcity and land
stewardship to food security and the rural-urban divide. The devastation of
drought and the crises created by industrial-scale chemically-dependent primary
production are discussed and alternatives proposed - along with bold ideas for
new sources of energy.
Patrice has travelled the world exploring best practice and invested heavily in
organic methods on her farm. She believes we can produce enough good food to
feed the world without further environmental wreckage or loss of bio-diversity.
With glimpses of the individuals who make working the farm so rewarding, Who's
Minding the Farm? provides a window into the pains, pleasures and...
Main title:
Author:
Patrice Newell, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : Penguin Random House Australia, 2019
Collation:
1 online resource (1 audio file) (215 MB, 07:50:10 H)
Performers:
Narrator: Patrice Newell
Audience:
Adult
System details:
Platform: findawayMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9781760891299
Language:
English
BRN:
439171
Electronic access:
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
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| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eAudiobook |