The Apple Grower by Michael Phillips
For decades fruit growers have sprayed their trees with toxic chemicals in an attempt to control a range of insect and fungal pests. Yet it is possible to grow apples responsibly, by applying the intuitive knowledge of our great-grandparents with the fruits of modern scientific research and innovation. Since The Apple Grower first appeared in 1998, orchard expert Michael Phillips has continued his research with apples, which have been called eorganicis final frontieri. In this new edition of his widely acclaimed work, Phillips delves even deeper into the mysteries of growing good fruit with minimal inputs. Some of the cutting-edge topics he explores include: The use of kaolin clay as an effective strategy against curculio and borers, as well as its limitations Creating a diverse, healthy orchard ecosystem through understorey management of plants, nutrients, and beneficial micro-organisms How to make a small apple business viable by focusing on heritage and regional varieties, value-added products, and the ecommunity orchardi model The authoris personal voice and clear-eyed advice have already made The Apple Grower a classic among small-scale growers and home orchardists.
Michael Phillips is a farmer, writer, researcher, consultant, and speaker who lives with his wife Nancy and daughter Grace on Heartsong Farm in Northumberland, New Hampshire, where they grow apples and a variety of medicinal herbs. Michael and Nancy are also the co-authors of The Herbalistis Way.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781890132040 |
| ISBN 10 | 1890132047 |
| Title | The Apple Grower |
| Author | Michael Phillips |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Chelsea Green Publishing Co |
| Year published | 1998-09-01 |
| Number of pages | 320 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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