Pay Dirt: Farming And Gardening With Composts (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163812884)

Pay Dirt: Farming and Gardening with Composts is a comprehensive guide to using compost as a powerful tool for growing healthy crops and gardens. Written by J.I. Rodale, the founder of the Rodale Institute, this book covers all aspects of composting, from the science behind it to the practical applications in the garden. The book begins with an overview of the benefits of composting, including improved soil fertility, increased plant growth, and reduced reliance on chemical fertilizers. It then delves into the different types of composting methods, including hot and cold composting, vermicomposting, and sheet composting. Next, the book covers the different types of compost materials, including kitchen scraps, yard waste, and manure, and provides tips for collecting and storing these materials. It also includes a troubleshooting section to help readers identify and solve common composting problems. The second half of the book focuses on using compost in the garden, with chapters on compost application rates, compost tea, and using compost in specific types of gardens, such as vegetable gardens and flower gardens. The book also includes a section on using compost in commercial agriculture, with case studies and success stories from farmers who have implemented composting practices. Overall, Pay Dirt: Farming and Gardening with Composts is a must-read for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture and gardening practices. With its practical advice, scientific insights, and inspiring success stories, this book is sure to become a go-to resource for gardeners and farmers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. I. Rodale
ISBN-10: 1163812889
ISBN-13: 9781163812884
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d