This book describes critically reviewed key aspects of organic farming and provides a unique and timely science-based resource for researchers, teachers and extension workers, undergraduates, postgraduate students, primary producers and others interested in organic farming. The first section of the book provides an overview of organic farming: a general introduction followed by the origins of organic farming, the principles of organic farming, challenges for organic farming, crop protectio...

Clipper Chronicles is a compelling firsthand account of the Clipper 2023–24 Round the World Yacht Race, written by crew member and sailmaker Adrian Birrer, who sailed 45,000 nautical miles aboard the winning yacht Ha Long Bay Viet Nam (CV31). Part I – The Race offers a vivid, day-by-day narrative across 331 days at sea, featuring over 200 photographs, route maps, and QR codes linking to onboard video clips. From towering waves to tropical calms, it captures the true intensity of offshore r...

In "Log-book of Timothy Boardman," Timothy Boardman offers a rich tapestry of historical narrative interwoven with personal reflection, charting his experiences across uncharted territories in an era teeming with exploration and discovery. The prose is vivid and evocative, blending meticulous observations with a lyrical style that invites readers into the tumultuous landscape of the 19th century. Boardman's entries serve as both a testament to the challenges faced by early explorers and a ...