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Agricultural sustainability: An overview and research assessment

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Harold O. Carter , University of California

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California Agriculture 43(3):16-18.

Published May 01, 1989

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Agricultural sustainability has different meanings, depending on the context. But many people share a concern that the current, highly productive agricultural system has become so dependent on agri-chemicals that problems have emerged affecting the environment, food safety, farm-worker safety, and production costs. There are hindrances to change, however, and research on low-energy-input farming is still developing. A broad approach is required, taking into consideration not only the farm production system but also the need to “sustain” society as a whole.

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Agricultural sustainability: An overview and research assessment

Harold O. Carter
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Agricultural sustainability: An overview and research assessment

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Harold O. Carter , University of California

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California Agriculture 43(3):16-18.

Published May 01, 1989

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Abstract

Agricultural sustainability has different meanings, depending on the context. But many people share a concern that the current, highly productive agricultural system has become so dependent on agri-chemicals that problems have emerged affecting the environment, food safety, farm-worker safety, and production costs. There are hindrances to change, however, and research on low-energy-input farming is still developing. A broad approach is required, taking into consideration not only the farm production system but also the need to “sustain” society as a whole.

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