Two New Books to Recommend

Finally, a book about biochar and planting trees! The author presents the case for Carbon Farming, the process of restoring life in the world's soils, as likely our only chance to reverse global warming before it's too late. (That is, if it isn't already.) Terra preta soils left behind by populous and complex Amazonian cultures now gone tell us a secret to sustainability found nowhere else in history. Biochar and trees are our best carbon-negative tools. Describes ongoing work around the world in the fields of biochar, permaculture, and green energy. A glimpse into the heart of the Biochar Movement.

This book takes a close look into the subtle and complex biology in the soil ecosystem. Descriptions and definitions of soil bacteria, fungi, protozoa, nematodes, insects, and gardeners and how these interact with plant roots, soil nutrients, and one another in the soil food web. Instructions for using compost and compost tea to "team with microbes". Written for backyard gardeners.

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[landscaping melbourne]

A friend and I were talking about this very thing just yesterday. I'm going to send this to him.