Australia faces an environmental catastrophe. After two centuries of applying European farming methods to the world’s driest inhabited continent, the landscape is suffering from severe salinity, erosion and the breakdown of vital natural cycles. Peter Andrews, a visionary farmer and observer of the land, argues that we have pushed our environment to the edge of irreparable damage.
In this insightful book, Andrews presents his radical, proven approach known as Natural Sequence Farming. By reading the subtle patterns of water movement and embracing the essential role of biodiversity—including plants often wrongly dismissed as weeds—he demonstrates how we can restore the health of our country. This is not merely a manual for farmers; it is a vital call to action for anyone concerned about the future of our water, our food and our land. Through years of observation and practical experimentation, Andrews reveals how we can move away from destructive practices and work in harmony with natural systems to pull Australia back from the brink. His message offers a hopeful, sustainable path forward for a nation in crisis.
Used (good, see images, minor cover wear and minor cover crease) Softcover ISBN 9780733319624
