Resource Pack 56
Since the beginning of organized agriculture thousands of years ago, farmer-breeders have developed tens of thousands of varieties of crops. Each crop and variety has specific uses, and together they act as a kind of crop insurance. Even in difficult growing conditions – drought, torrential rains, poor soil, or pest infestation – a farmer who has planted different crop varieties will still have a harvest. In this way, crop diversity – sometimes called biodiversity – contributes powerfully to local food security.
Resource Pack 55
The scripts in this package give many different examples of how to successfully grow trees with crops and livestock. Trees have many different uses. They can be used as fuelwood and as timber for building. They also supply food, fruits, nuts, fodder for animals, mulch, oils, resins and medicines. Trees also control runoff and soil erosion, improve soil fertility, provide living fences, and protect livestock from cold winter winds and summer heat.
Resource Pack 54
Water scarcity is the single greatest threat to human health, the environment and the global food supply. Users at all levels – individual farmers, as well as communities and governments – must take initiatives that offer sustainable and environmentally-safe solutions to improve water management.
Resource Pack 53
We examine the transition to sustainable organic agriculture. Specifically, we will examine the case of Cuba, the first country in the world to initiate a large-scale conversion from chemical agriculture to organic agriculture. The Cuban conversion is an example of what a country and a people can achieve. Many other nations today have severe economic problems and face food shortages. Cuba is proof that a country can successfully change direction, even in the face of an economic crisis.
Resource Pack 52
In this script package, we will look at the potential harmful effects of pesticides, as well as alternative pest management methods. We will then also examine the importance of proper sanitation and clean water to achieve healthy lifestyles.
Resource Pack 51
In this script package we will discuss livestock and poultry practices that can increase the health of your family and provide more nutrition and household income.
Resource Pack 50
Global warming. Deforestation. Desertification. Ozone depletion. The words are sprinkled throughout newspapers and newscasts around the world. Our planet is in peril. Our challenge is to find new ways to address these problems – and you can be a part of the solution. By reaching back to our oldest values of community and responsibility, we can rebuild respect for the land and the resources we share.
Resource Pack 49
In this package we discuss different types of Co-operatives and how they can enhance community development, entrepreneurs, and provide extra household income. Cooperatives can help farmers achieve their goals, helping their members to increase their income and skills and expand their farms, products and services.