The Biodynamic Farm: Developing a Holistic Organism

By Bernard Jarman and Karl-Ernst Osthaus

Large-scale agriculture tends to view a farm as a means for producing a certain amount of grain, milk or meat. This practical book argues instead for a holistic method of farming: the farm as a living organism. This is the principle of biodynamic farming.

The author, an experienced farmer, takes a down-to-earth approach. Based on an example farm of around 60 hectares, he recommends the ideal numbers of livestock: 12 cows, 4 horses, 6 pigs, 10 sheep and 120 hens. This mix is drawn from Osthaus's deep understanding of nature, animals, agriculture and the cosmos, and from his many years of personal experience as a biodynamic farmer and teacher. The result is a healthy, balanced and sustainable farm.

This is an invaluable book for anyone considering setting up a farm, or developing their existing farm with new biodynamic methods.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0863157661
• ISBN13: 9780863157660
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Floris Books
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.3" x 8.3"