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Author
Publisher
Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin's Press
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
When the author, a Columbia professor, set out to solve America's food, water, and energy crises, he didn't just think big, he thought up. His stroke of genius, the vertical farm, has excited scientists, architects, and politicians around the globe. These multi-story intensely managed indoor farms, grown inside skyscrapers, are capable of producing traditional greenhouse crops, as well as pigs and fowl, year-round. They would provide solutions to...
Publisher
[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Dusty is a cropdusting plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty's not exactly built for racing, and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator, who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty's courage is put to the ultimate test.
15) Agriculture
Series
Publisher
AV℗ø by Weigl
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Evolving global markets and new technologies have changed the way farmers approach their crops. As the world population continues to rise, people are trying to find ways to grow enough food to feed everyone. Learn more about these issues in Agriculture, a Global Issues book. The Global Issues series examines current social, political, and economic issues on a global scale. Each book in this series uses vibrant visuals, engaging infographics, and clear...
16) Living on farms
Author
Language
English
Description
A simple introduction to the history, animals, machines, products, and importance of farms.
18) Farm
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
1996
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs depict different aspects of farming through the ages including the equipment, domestic animals, crops, and the future of farming.