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Production & yield, pest & disease pressure, food quality, and population are all aspects of food security being affected by climate disruption. According to current projections, the global population will be 30 percent higher in 2050. Because of this and anticipated dietary changes, growers will need to produce 50 percent more food annually by 2050, without expanding the land base. What can you do? Including interviews with some of the world's top researchers in the field of agriculture, A Farmer's Guide to Climate Disruption includes interviews with some of the world's top researchers in the field of agriculture and provides insight into how you can thrive in the changing climate by using produce growing methods that stem the tide of climate change while regenerating your land.

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A Farmer's Guide to Climate Disruptionweaves together science, anecdotes, and practical tips to explain the many issues farmers face as they try to continue growing the food we need in spite of water scarcity, more violent weather events, ecological change and sea level rise. Farmers and others concerned about agriculture will find this book a valuable and accessible resource in confronting the many challenges stemming from global climate disruption. David M. Driesen, Professor, Syracuse University Very user-friendly in its organization and well-written. We are all seeing the challenges of weather extremes and how to adapt agricultural practices to cope with these changes and develop resilient landscapes. A Farmer's Guide to Climate Disruptionbrings many resources and ideas into one cohesive whole. Ann J. Adams, PhD, Executive Director, Holistic Management International An incredibly important book. We are already being affected by a changing climate and the role of farming will be essential to our survival. A Farmer's Guide to Climate Disruptionis a very valuable resource for farmers, ranchers, and land managers as it offers a multitude of tools, techniques and evidence-based practices that can be used to build resilience and adaptation. Andre Leu, International Director, Regeneration International Rebekah is a much-needed, informative voice in the subject of climate change. Her expertise shines a light on the severity of the issues at hand. She's able to effectively communicate those concerns that affect everyday growers. Michael Freeze, former editor Growing Magazine A pleasure to read... We need to have more discussion about what we are doing and where we are going in agriculture to meet food needs and environmental goals of clean water and air. Jerry Hatfield, USDA, co-author 3rd National Climate Assessment

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Rebekah Fraser spent ten years covering the science and business of farming for agriculture trade magazines. This is her first non-fiction book.

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