Farms as ecosystems
Date
1999
Authors
Patriquin, David G.
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Publisher
University Extension Press, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon
Abstract
Organic farming provides ecosystem services as well as food. The weakest points of organic farming systems are limited use of livestock and declining genetic resources. Organic farming has special research and service needs. On-farm experimentation is needed to fully optimize each system.
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Keywords
Sustainable agriculture, Livestock, On-farm experimentation, Genetic resources, Organic farming
Citation
Patriquin, D.G. 1999. Farms as ecosystems. In: Exploring Organic Alternatives: Meeting the Challenges of Agriculture, Health and Community. Edited by Wordstream Associates. University Extension Press, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon. Pages 25-32.