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Fruit Trees

Yves Earhart

Traductor A AI

Editorial: Publifye

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Sinopsis

"Fruit Trees" takes readers on a global journey through the diverse world of fruit-bearing trees, exploring their botany, cultural significance, and sustainable cultivation practices. This comprehensive guide emphasizes the importance of fruit trees in global food security, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable agriculture, particularly in the face of climate change.

 
The book begins with a historical overview of fruit tree domestication and explores how human migration influenced their spread across continents. It then delves into the botanical diversity of fruit trees, examining major families and their characteristics. The cultural significance of these trees in various societies is explored, highlighting their roles in religion, art, and traditional medicine. Finally, the book focuses on sustainable cultivation practices, combining traditional knowledge with modern horticultural techniques.

 
What sets "Fruit Trees" apart is its global perspective, moving beyond temperate species to explore lesser-known tropical and subtropical varieties. By presenting a wide range of evidence, including case studies and original research, the book offers readers a toolkit for adapting fruit production to changing environmental conditions. This approach makes it valuable for home gardeners, small-scale farmers, and anyone interested in sustainable food production or botanical diversity.
Disponible desde: 15/10/2024.
Longitud de impresión: 190 páginas.

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