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040			_aFoundation University _cFoundation University
041			_aeng
050			_a(CA) S 471 .P62 _b .2012 P455
110	1		_aPhilippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development. _99904
245	1	0	_aOrganic agriculture in the Philippines : _b a training manual / _cPhilippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development.
260			_aLaguna, PH : _b PCARRD, _c 2012.
300			_a443 p.
505			_aOrganic agriculture is a holistic system of crop and livestock production that promotes the health of agricultural ecosystems while producing healthy food. It uses diverse cultural and biological practices to control weeds and pests, build soil fertility, enhance biological cycles and increase biodiversity. This manual elaborates the principles and practices of organic agriculture in the Philippines. It provides practical information on soil management, organic crop and livestock production,
505			_aThis training manual serves as an extensive and organized tool for developing skills in organic agriculture. It is structured into modular lessons addressing essential subjects like soil health, crop and livestock production, pest control, certification, and marketing. The guide successfully merges scientific insights with conventional techniques and practical approaches. This makes it useful for both trainers and self-learners. It also includes self-tests and farm-based activities that support practical learning. While the manual needs updates on certification policies and climate-resilient practices, it remains a valuable reference for promoting sustainable agriculture in the Philippines.
650	1	7	_aOrganic farming _93264 _zPhilippines.
650	1	7	_aSustainable agriculture _zPhilippines. _910980
658			_aAgriculture, Bachelor of Science in (Animal Science) _bIntroduction to Organic Agriculture. _cOAG102.
658			_aAgriculture, Bachelor of Science in (Crop Science) _bIntroduction to Organic Agriculture. _cOAG102.
856			_yOrganic Agriculture.
942			_2lcc _cBK _hS 471 .P62 _i.2012 P455 _k(CA) _n0
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