
- 240 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
Level up your growing with the right tool for every job
Searching for effective, economical ways to level up your growing? The Garden Tool Handbook is the essential guide to choosing the right hand tool for the right job at the right time, and maximizing quality, efficiency, and profitability on your farm, homestead, or market garden. This richly illustrated, full-color resource is a must-read for serious gardeners, professional growers, edible landscapers, and anyone who wants to grow better.
Carefully selected garden equipment is the first line of defense against pests, weeds, and drought; a helping hand at all stages of cultivation; and your greatest ally in crop management. Edible ecosystem expert Zach Loeks reveals the valuable information you need to optimize productivity including:
- How to ensure a smooth workflow and prevent labor bottlenecks by understanding the garden operation cycle from planting to harvest
- The advantages of tackling repetitive seasonal tasks with hand tools, such as ergonomic benefits, increased output, and more enjoyment
- Multifunctional equipment and professional tool systems for every operation from start-up to pro grower
- How smart, timely tool acquisitions can provide a high return on investment and improve your bottom line
- Case studies, farm use scenarios, maintenance and storage guidelines, pro tips, and more.
The future of food is small-scale agriculture, and innovative, affordable garden implements adapted to specific crops, environments, and production styles are the key to revolutionizing our food system.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Part 1 Grow Your First Seed Crop
- Part 2: Your Garden Operation Cycle
- Resources
- Index
- About the Author
- About New Society Publishers