Agroecology in Practice: From Local Initiatives to Global Scaling Through Video

By Jeffery W. Bentley and Paul Van Mele

Industrial agriculture has taken a toll on our soils, environment and local food cultures. Agroecology in Practice offers a beacon of hope. This practical guide shares ideas and techniques with readers seeking to implement agroecological principles.

This book presents innovative examples from across the globe on how to:
Rebuild soil health and fertilityEnhance biodiversity on your farmConserve water resourcesManage pests and diseases sustainablyEnsure humane livestock careSupport farmer cooperationBuild local food systemsThis book inspires the reader with real-world examples. It also explores the multiple ways in which video can contribute to building the necessary knowledge to transform food systems.

Agroecology in Practice is a must-read for:
Farmers seeking to transition to more sustainable practicesAgricultural professionals and educatorsStudents of agroecologyPolicymakers and anyone interested in a healthier future for our planetEach short section in the book is linked to a relevant video on the award-winning platform Access Agriculture (www.accessagriculture.org). These 132 high-quality video demonstrations and explanations bring the book's content to life, thereby enriching the learning experiences for readers.

These videos share a visual and engaging way to learn, complementing the written content in the book. We hope that having this rich multimedia component will make the book attractive to a wide audience.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1800628765
• ISBN13: 9781800628762
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Cab International
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.7" x 9.6"