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What is the most important plant in the world? In terms of nutritive content, function within the ecosystem, and even medicinal properties, the answer to this question may very well be grass. In this wide-ranging survey of grass forages and pastureland, Charles Walters makes the case that grass is not just for cows and horses — that in fact it is the most nutritious food produced by nature, as well as the ultimate soil conditioner. You will learn from traditional graziers who draw on centuries of wisdom to create beautiful, lush, sustainable pastures, as well as cutting-edge innovators who are using such methods as biodynamics and sea-solids fertilization to create some of the healthiest grasslands in the world. Leading agronomists not only explain the importance of grasses in our environment, they also share practical knowledge such as when to look for peak levels of nutrition within the growing cycle and how to use grass to restore soil to optimum health. A must-read for anyone interested in sustainable, bio-correct agriculture, this information-packed volume is a comprehensive look at an essential family of plants.

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Essential reading for students and practioners of sustainable, bio-effective agriculture

"Grass, The Forgiveness Of Nature: Exploring The Miracle Of Grass, Pastures & Grassland Farming" by agriculture and farming expert Charles Walters (Founder and Editor of 'Acres U.S.A.') is a seminal introduction and survey of grass forages and pastureland as a nutritious food source for animals and humans, as well as the role of grasses in conditioning, preserving, and enriching the quality of the soil. Drawing from his many years of experience and expertise, as well as centuries of wisdom from traditional graziers in creating beautiful, lush, sustainable pastures (as well as cutting-edge modern innovators with biodynamic and sea-solid fertilization methods), readers will be treated to a wealth of practical and applicable information on the critical importance of the grasses in contemporary agriculture. "Grass, The Forgiveness Of Nature" is essential reading for students and practioners of sustainable, bio-effective agriculture, and a core addition to academic library Agricultural Studies reference collections and supplemental reading lists.
October 07, 2006

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