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The Essential Horticultural Business Handbook

Author : Frank H. Crandall, III
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781456346850
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (468 download)

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Download or read book The Essential Horticultural Business Handbook written by Frank H. Crandall, III and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2011-01-14 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I am finishing a business handbook for small horticultural companies; landscapers, nurseries, garden centers, design firms, college horticultural students, educators, and those involved in horticultural services. This book is a compilation of 38 years running an award winning landscape design, construction, and maintenance firm in Southern New England. Topics covered include developing a mission, completing a business plan, establishing a brand, marketing tips, creating an effective estimating and job costing system, how to attract, hire, and fire employees, computerizing for efficiencies, the importance of leadership, increasing sales, management tips, and the future of horticulture. The handbook contains proven forms, formulas, and templates that the reader can readily adopt and adapt to their company. An extensive bibliography and sources for additional information are included. Essential lessons learned from Wood River Evergreen,s experiences are summarized at the end of each chapter giving the reader practical advice that can be quickly incorporated into the operation of their firm. An easy reading format and comprehensive content will help this handbook to assist new companies just starting and established firms trying to improve their financial performance.

Handbook of Horticulture

Author : Justin U. Ogbu
Publisher : Exceller Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 301 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Horticulture written by Justin U. Ogbu and published by Exceller Books. This book was released on with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Handbook of Horticulture' provides comprehensive subject-based reviews of horticulture in Tropical African regions generally and west of the sub-Saharan region in particular. This book aims to provide essential and foundational courses in horticultural science, production and business (with particular emphasis on Nigeria and sub-Saharan Africa sub-regions by extension) to the general reader. Its scope covered vital aspects of modern horticultural practices, ranging from production techniques of fresh fruits and vegetables, spices, medicinal plants, edible mushroom cultivation, nursery and plant propagation techniques, post-harvest handling, ornamental horticulture and landscape gardening, in addition to extension methods and management principles of horticultural farm outfits. It will be useful for undergraduate students, teachers/lecturers, researchers, policymakers, extension agents, conservationists, NGOs for environmental protection, and others interested in the field of horticulture.

Will Bonsall's Essential Guide to Radical, Self-Reliant Gardening

Author : Will Bonsall
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603584420
Total Pages : 402 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Will Bonsall's Essential Guide to Radical, Self-Reliant Gardening written by Will Bonsall and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2015 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Society does not generally expect its farmers to be visionaries." Perhaps not, but longtime Maine farmer and homesteader Will Bonsall does possess a unique clarity of vision that extends all the way from the finer points of soil fertility and seed saving to exploring how we can transform civilization and make our world a better, more resilient place. In Will Bonsall's Essential Guide to Radical, Self-Reliant Gardening, Bonsall maintains that to achieve real wealth we first need to understand the economy of the land, to realize that things that might make sense economically don't always make sense ecologically, and vice versa. The marketplace distorts our values, and our modern dependence on petroleum in particular presents a serious barrier to creating a truly sustainable agriculture. For him the solution is, first and foremost, greater self-reliance, especially in the areas of food and energy. By avoiding any off-farm inputs (fertilizers, minerals, and animal manures), Bonsall has learned how to practice a purely veganic, or plant-based, agriculture--not from a strictly moralistic or philosophical perspective, but because it makes good business sense: spend less instead of making more. What this means in practical terms is that Bonsall draws upon the fertility of on-farm plant materials: compost, green manures, perennial grasses, and forest products like leaves and ramial wood chips. And he grows and harvests a diversity of crops from both cultivated and perennial plants: vegetables, grains, pulses, oilseeds, fruits and nuts--even uncommon but useful permaculture plants like groundnut (Apios). In a friendly, almost conversational way, Bonsall imparts a wealth of knowledge drawn from his more than forty years of farming experience. "My goal," he writes, "is not to feed the world, but to feed myself and let others feed themselves. If we all did that, it might be a good beginning."

Start a Community Food Garden

Author : LaManda Joy
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 160469484X
Total Pages : 209 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Start a Community Food Garden written by LaManda Joy and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2014-12-30 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recommended by the American Community Gardening Association Community gardening enhances the fabric of towns and cities through social interactions and accessibility to fresh food, creating an enormously positive effect in the lives of everyone it touches. LaManda Joy, the founder of Chicago’s Peterson Garden Project and a board member of the American Community Gardening Association, has worked in the community gardening trenches for years and brings her knowledge to the wider world in Start a Community Food Garden. This hardworking guide covers every step of the process: fundraising, community organizing, site sourcing, garden design and planning, finding and managing volunteers, and managing the garden through all four seasons. A section dedicated to the basics of growing was designed to be used by community garden leaders as an educational tool for teaching new members how to successfully garden.

The Organic Farmer's Business Handbook

Author : Richard Wiswall
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603582495
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book The Organic Farmer's Business Handbook written by Richard Wiswall and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2009-10-09 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contrary to popular belief, a good living can be made on an organic farm. What’s required is farming smarter, not harder. In The Organic Farmer’s Business Handbook, Richard Wiswall shares advice on how to make your vegetable production more efficient, better manage your employees and finances, and turn a profit. From his twenty-seven years of experience at Cate Farm in Vermont, Wiswall knows firsthand the joys of starting and operating an organic farm—as well as the challenges of making a living from one. Farming offers fundamental satisfaction from producing food, working outdoors, being one’s own boss, and working intimately with nature. But, unfortunately, many farmers avoid learning about the business end of farming; because of this, they often work harder than they need to, or quit farming altogether because of frustrating—and often avoidable—losses. In this comprehensive business kit, Wiswall covers: Step-by-step procedures to make your crop production more efficient Advice on managing employees, farm operations, and office systems Novel marketing strategies What to do with your profits: business spending, investing, and planning for retirement A companion toolkit, available for download upon purchase of the book, offers valuable business tools, including easy-to-use spreadsheets for projecting cash flow, a payroll calculator, comprehensive crop budgets for forty different crops, and tax planners.

Henderson's Handbook of Plants and General Horticulture

Author : Peter Henderson
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781019995235
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (952 download)

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Download or read book Henderson's Handbook of Plants and General Horticulture written by Peter Henderson and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1890, Henderson's Handbook of Plants remains a classic reference for gardeners and horticulturists. This guide covers a wide variety of topics, including plant propagation, soil preparation, and pest control, and includes detailed descriptions of hundreds of plants. With its clear language and practical advice, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone who loves plants and gardening. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Plants for Profit

Author : Francis X. Jozwik
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Plants for Profit written by Francis X. Jozwik and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A greenhouse and nursery businessman provides information on starting and operating a horticultural business; finding a job working with plants, trees, and flowers; and performing field studies in ornamental horticulture in order to evaluate real businesses and institutions in operation and scout for business opportunities.

Gardening in the Pacific Northwest

Author : Paul Bonine
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604698365
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Gardening in the Pacific Northwest written by Paul Bonine and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2017-12-27 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A must-have growing guide for gardeners in the Pacific Northwest A gardener’s plant choices and garden style are inextricably linked to the place they call home. In order to grow a flourishing garden, every gardener must know the specifics of their region’s climate, soil, and geography. Gardening in the Pacific Northwest, by regional gardening experts Paul Bonine and Amy Campion, is comprehensive, enthusiastic, and accessible to gardeners of all levels. It features information on site and plant selection, soil preparation and maintenance, and basic design principles. Plant profiles highlight the region’s best perennials, shrubs, trees, and vines. Color photographs throughout show wonderful examples of Northwest garden style.

A Handbook for Horticultural Students

Author : Peter Dawson
Publisher : Peter Dawson
ISBN 13 : 9780952591115
Total Pages : 406 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (911 download)

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Download or read book A Handbook for Horticultural Students written by Peter Dawson and published by Peter Dawson. This book was released on 1994 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Horticulture: Plants for People and Places, Volume 2

Author : Geoffrey R. Dixon
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9401785813
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book Horticulture: Plants for People and Places, Volume 2 written by Geoffrey R. Dixon and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Trilogy explains “What is Horticulture?”. Volume two of Horticulture: Plants for People and Places analyses in depth the scientific, managerial and ecological concepts which underpin Environmental Horticulture. Chapters describe: Horticulture and the Environment, Woody Ornamentals, Herbs and Pharmaceuticals, Urban Greening, Rural Trees, Urban Trees, Turfgrass Science, Interior and External Landscaping, Biodiversity, Climate Change and Organic Production. Each is written by leading international experts. Sustainable use of resources and careful conservation are critically essential for the continuation of life on this Planet. Achieving this is where horticulture, natural flora and fauna and the environment interact in achieving sustainable development. Horticulture is the fundamental partner of ecological and environmental science and provides an understanding of eco-system services. Live plant networks are essential for rural and urban life. They are integral parts of natural communities, the context of historic and modern architecture and a means for rejuvenating cities and uniting communities. Plants provide urban, peri-urban and rural employment, business and tourism opportunities, leisure, rest and relaxation. These facets of Environmental Horticulture are clearly described in this book.

Lilie Gardening Horticulturists Guide from Cultivation Till Commmercial Success

Author : Manuel Shelton
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (266 download)

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Download or read book Lilie Gardening Horticulturists Guide from Cultivation Till Commmercial Success written by Manuel Shelton and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to transform your gardening passion into a thriving business venture? Discover the secrets to success with "Lilie Gardening: Horticulturist's Guide from Cultivation to Commercial Success." How can you turn your gardening hobby into a profitable enterprise? Looking to maximize your harvest yields and quality? Curious about the best practices for marketing and selling your garden produce? Want to know the insider tips for navigating the horticulture industry with confidence? Unlock the full potential of your green thumb with this comprehensive guide that takes you on a journey from planting seeds to reaping profits. Packed with actionable insights and expert advice, "Lilie Gardening" is your roadmap to success in the competitive world of horticulture. Whether you're a novice grower or an experienced gardener aiming to scale your operations, this book equips you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive. Comprehensive coverage of cultivation techniques for a wide range of plants, from flowers to vegetables to herbs. Detailed guidance on soil preparation, irrigation systems, and pest management to ensure healthy and bountiful harvests. Insider tips for optimizing greenhouse environments and utilizing sustainable practices for eco-friendly cultivation. Strategies for branding, packaging, and marketing your products to stand out in the market and attract loyal customers. Insights into the latest trends and innovations shaping the horticulture industry, including vertical farming and hydroponics. Case studies and success stories from experienced horticulturists to inspire and guide you on your entrepreneurial journey. Empower yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the world of gardening and horticulture. Whether you dream of running a small-scale urban farm or launching a thriving agricultural business, "Lilie Gardening" is your essential companion for turning your green dreams into reality. Unlock the secrets to gardening success and take your passion to new heights with "Lilie Gardening: Horticulturist's Guide from Cultivation to Commercial Success." Get your copy now and start growing your way to prosperity!

Horticulture

Author : V L Sheela
Publisher : Mjp Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (236 download)

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Download or read book Horticulture written by V L Sheela and published by Mjp Publishers. This book was released on 2024-02-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an essential read for anyone fascinated by the blending of science, art, and business within the realm of plant cultivation and landscape beautification. This book serves as an extensive introduction to the vast field of horticulture, presenting an enriching journey through basic horticultural practices, plant propagation techniques, and the principles of ornamental horticulture. With an emphasis on topics highly relevant to current trends and challenges, the book aims to equip readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in both the production of food and the aesthetic enhancement of our environments. Tailored specifically for undergraduate students pursuing degrees in Agriculture, Horticulture, and Botany, it provides a solid foundation in the discipline, fostering an understanding of the intricate balance between nature's needs and human creativity. This text not only educates but also inspires, opening up a world of opportunities for aspiring horticulturists to explore the endless possibilities within the field. Whether you're looking to embark on a career in horticulture or simply wishing to enrich your understanding of this multifaceted subject, this book promises to be an invaluable resource.

Gardening Under Lights

Author : Leslie F. Halleck
Publisher : Timber Press
ISBN 13 : 1604697954
Total Pages : 247 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (46 download)

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Download or read book Gardening Under Lights written by Leslie F. Halleck and published by Timber Press. This book was released on 2018-06-26 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “If you want to grow plants indoors, you need this book.” —Niki Jabbour, author and staff writer at savvygardening.com Gardening Under Lights is a highly-detailed, accessible guide for seed starters, plant collectors, houseplant fans, and anyone who wants to successfully garden indoors any time of the year. You’ll learn the basics of photosynthesis, the science of light, how to accurately measure how much light a plant needs, and details about the most up-to-date tools and gear available. Also included are tips and techniques for helping ornamental plants (like orchids, succulents, bonsai, and more) and edible plants (arugula, cannabis, oregano, tomatoes, and more) thrive indoors. Whether you are a vegetable gardener who wants to extend the growing season, a balcony gardener short on outdoor space, or a specialty plant collector, Gardening Under Lights is a must-have.

How to Master Greenhouse Horticulture

Author : LUISA CHEN
Publisher : LUISA CHEN
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 149 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Master Greenhouse Horticulture written by LUISA CHEN and published by LUISA CHEN. This book was released on 2024-05-08 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “How to Master Greenhouse Horticulture” is a practical guide that provides aspiring greenhouse horticulture entrepreneurs with the knowledge and tools they need to successfully establish and manage a profitable business. In this book, you will find a step-by-step approach to understanding the fundamentals of greenhouse horticulture, including an overview of the industry, its benefits, and the challenges it presents. You will also gain valuable insights into conducting market analysis to identify potential opportunities and target markets for your greenhouse products. The book delves into the specifics of choosing the right crops for your greenhouse, with detailed information on potato, tomato, and cucumber cultivation techniques. Additionally, it explores other potential crops that can be grown in greenhouses, allowing you to explore diversification options for your business. Setting up and managing a greenhouse is a crucial aspect of horticulture business success, and this book provides comprehensive guidance on selecting the ideal greenhouse structure, designing an efficient layout, and implementing sustainable practices. It also covers essential topics such as equipment selection, creating an optimal growing environment, and managing pest and disease control. Furthermore, the book offers valuable insights into crop management techniques, including seed selection, soil preparation, irrigation, and pruning. It also provides guidance on determining the right time for harvest, postharvest handling, quality control, and packaging. To ensure the success of your greenhouse horticulture business, the book also covers marketing and sales strategies, financial planning and analysis, risk management, and sustainability practices. By following the practical advice and strategies outlined in this book, you will be well-equipped to establish and grow a thriving greenhouse horticulture business.

A New Garden Ethic

Author : Benjamin Vogt
Publisher : New Society Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1771422459
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (714 download)

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Download or read book A New Garden Ethic written by Benjamin Vogt and published by New Society Publishers. This book was released on 2017-09-01 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a time of climate change and mass extinction, how we garden matters more than ever: “An outstanding and deeply passionate book.” —Marc Bekoff, author of The Emotional Lives of Animals Plenty of books tell home gardeners and professional landscape designers how to garden sustainably, what plants to use, and what resources to explore. Yet few examine why our urban wildlife gardens matter so much—not just for ourselves, but for the larger human and animal communities. Our landscapes push aside wildlife and in turn diminish our genetically programmed love for wildness. How can we get ourselves back into balance through gardens, to speak life's language and learn from other species? Benjamin Vogt addresses why we need a new garden ethic, and why we urgently need wildness in our daily lives—lives sequestered in buildings surrounded by monocultures of lawn and concrete that significantly harm our physical and mental health. He examines the psychological issues around climate change and mass extinction as a way to understand how we are short-circuiting our response to global crises, especially by not growing native plants in our gardens. Simply put, environmentalism is not political; it's social justice for all species marginalized today and for those facing extinction tomorrow. By thinking deeply and honestly about our built landscapes, we can create a compassionate activism that connects us more profoundly to nature and to one another.

Horticulture: Plants for People and Places, Volume 1

Author : Geoffrey R. Dixon
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9401785783
Total Pages : 606 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book Horticulture: Plants for People and Places, Volume 1 written by Geoffrey R. Dixon and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Trilogy explains “What is Horticulture?”. Volume one of Horticulture: Plants for People and Places describes in considerable depth the science, management and technology which underpins the continuous production of fresh and processed horticultural produce. Firstly, there is a consideration of technological innovation derived from basic scientific discoveries which has given rise to entirely new industries, markets, novel crops and changed social habits. Then follows accounts of the modern production of: Field Vegetables, Temperate Fruit, Tropical Fruit, Citrus, Plantation Crops, Berry Crops, Viticulture, Protected Crops, Flower Crops, New Crops, Post-harvest Handling, Supply Chain Management and the Environmental Impact of Production. Each chapter is written by acknowledged world experts. Never before has such an array of plentiful, high quality fresh fruit, vegetables and ornamentals been available year-round in the World’s retail markets. Horticulture gives consumers this gift of nutritious, high quality, safe and diverse fresh foods. This is achieved by manipulating plant growth, reproduction and postharvest husbandry. The multi-billion dollar international industry achieving this is Production Horticulture the subject of this informative book.

The Greenhouse and Hoophouse Grower's Handbook

Author : Andrew Mefferd
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1603586377
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book The Greenhouse and Hoophouse Grower's Handbook written by Andrew Mefferd and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2017 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Greenhouse and Hoophouse Grower's Handbook shares best practices for both large- and small-scale production of the eight most profitable crops - tomatoes, eggplant, cucumbers, peppers, leafy greens, lettuce, herbs, and microgreens. Every year, more growers are turning to protected culture to deal with unpredictable weather and to meet out-of-season demand for local food, but many end up spinning their wheels, wasting time and money on unprofitable crops grown in ways that don't make the most of their precious greenhouse space. This book levels the playing field with decision-making framework that goes beyond a list of simple dos and don'ts. With comprehensive chapters on temperature control and crop steering, pruning and trellising, grafting, and more, Andrew Meffer's book is full of techniques and strategies that can help farms stay profitable, satisfy customers, and become an integral part of relocalizing our food system. From seed to sale, this book is the indispensable resource for protected growing.--COVER.