The mini farming handbook / Brett L. Markham
Explains the basics of "mini farming" and provides tips on such topics as vegetable gardening, fermenting, composting, food preservation, and raising chickens.
Record details
- ISBN: 1629141976
- ISBN: 9781629141978
- Physical Description: 423 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm
- Publisher: New York, NY : Skyhorse Publishing, [2014]
- Copyright: ©2014
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Chapter 1 Raised Beds 11 -- Chapter 2 Soil Composition and Maintenance 31 -- Chapter 3 Time and Yield 53 -- Chapter 4 Pest and Disease Control 63 -- Chapter 5 Seed Starting 87 -- Chapter 6 Fruit Trees and Vines 105 -- Chapter 7 Raising Chickens for Eggs 127 -- Chapter 8 Raising Chickens for Meat 149 -- Chapter 9 Markham Farm Chicken Plucker 163 -- Chapter 10 Preserving the Harvest 173 -- Chapter 11 Planting Guides and Seeders 209 -- Chapter 12 Easy Trellising 219 -- Chapter 13 Overview of Winemaking 223 -- Chapter 14 Science of Wine 243 -- Chapter 15 Ingredients and Techniques 269 -- Chapter 16 Advanced Techniques in Winemaking 293 -- Chapter 17 Principles and Materials for Vinegar 305 -- Chapter 18 Vinegar Making Techniques 315 -- Chapter 19 Cheese: Ingredients and Equipment 327 -- Chapter 20 Practical Cheese Making Techniques 345 -- Chapter 21 Introduction to Composting 365 -- Chapter 22 Starting with the Soil 375.
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- 6 of 6 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Iredell County Public Library.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statesville Main Library | 635.048 MAR (Text) | 33114017459496 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
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Summary:
Explains the basics of "mini farming" and provides tips on such topics as vegetable gardening, fermenting, composting, food preservation, and raising chickens.
