Hartman, Ben

The Lean Micro Farm: How to Get Small, Embrace Local, Live Better, and Work Less

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ISBN 13:
9781645022046
author:
Hartman, Ben
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Chelsea Green Publishing Company
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
25.2 x 17.5 x 1.5 centimetres (0
Genre:
Home & Garden
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£22.31

Description

Ben Hartman's latest book challenges conventional wisdom about farming and offers a compelling alternative to industrial-scale operations. By embracing small-scale, local production, farmers can create more resilient and sustainable systems that prioritize community and the environment.

The author shares his own remarkable journey of downsizing his farm from one acre to a third of an acre, as well as profiles six innovative farmers from around the world who are leading the way in this approach. With step-by-step guides and practical advice, Hartman shows how it's possible to turn a profit from even the smallest parcels of farmland.

By rejecting the idea that "you have to be big to be successful" and instead embracing the principles of Gene Logsdon and E.F. Schumacher, The Lean Micro Farm offers a fresh perspective on the future of agriculture. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in sustainable farming practices and building more resilient local food systems.

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