Moses Greeley Parker Memorial Library (Dracut)

State of the world 2011, innovations that nourish the planet : a Worldwatch Institute report on progress toward a sustainable society, Linda Starke, editor

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-220) and index

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State of the world 2011

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Linda Starke, editor

innovations that nourish the planet : a Worldwatch Institute report on progress toward a sustainable society

"Known for tackling the most pressing issues that face our world, the Worldwatch Institute has dedicated the 2011 edition of its flagship report to a compelling look at the global food crisis, with particular emphasis on what innovators globally can do to help solve a worldwide problem. State of the World 2011 not only introduces us to the latest agro-ecological innovations and their global applicability but also gives broader insights into issues including poverty, international politics, and even gender equity."--Publisher description

Charting a new path to eliminating hunger -- Moving ecoagriculture into the mainstream -- The nutritional and economic potential of vegetables -- Getting more crop per drop -- Farmers take the lead in research and development -- Africa's soil fertility crisis and the coming famine -- Safeguarding local food biodiversity -- Coping with climate change and building resilience -- Post-harvest losses: a neglected field -- Feeding the cities -- Harnessing the knowledge and skills of women farmers -- Investing in Africa's land: crisis and opportunity -- The missing links: going beyond production -- Improving food production from livestock -- A road map for nourishing the planet

2011 state of the world