 EDIBLE FOREST
GARDENS
Volume 1: Ecological Vision and Theory for Temperate
Climate Permaculture
Volume 2: Ecological Design and Practice for Temperate
Climate Permaculture
Dave Jacke, w/ Eric Toensmeier. Award Winner.
“The first and most definitive book on forest gardening theory and practice
in North America.” Two-volume manual spells out and explores the
key concepts of forest ecology and applies them to the needs of natural
gardeners in temperate climates. Volume I lays out the vision of
the forest garden and explains the basic ecological principles that make
it work. Volume II moves on to practical considerations: concrete
ways to design, establish, and maintain a forest garden. Presents
case studies and examples, plus tables, illustrations, and a “plant matrix”
that lists hundreds of the best edible and useful species. The volumes
together offer an advanced course in ecological gardening. Vol. I – 8-1/2
x 11, 396p, full color, b&w charts & illustrations, 2005; Vol.
II - 8-1/2 x 11, 672p, full color, b&w charts & illustrations,
2005. OVERSIZE.
E8792 (Vol. I, hardcover) ..........US $75.00
CAN $79.95
E8806 (Vol. II, hardcover) ..........US $75.00
CAN $79.95
E2608 (2 Volumes, hc) ..........US $150.00 CAN
$159.90
GROWING
& MARKETING GINSENG, GOLDENSEAL & OTHER WOODLAND MEDICINALS
W. Scott Persons, Jeanine Davis. A practical guide
to the cultivation of woodland botanicals. Includes recommended methods
and marketing ginseng, goldenseal, ramps, black and blue cohosh, bethroot,
bloodroot, false unicorn, galax, mayapple, pinkroot, spikenard, wild ginger,
wild indigo, and other native woodland medicinals. Describes plant
botany and usage, best management practices, and present market conditions.
A handbook for both prospective and experienced woodland growers. 8-1/2
x 8, 496p, 37 color + 238 b&w photos, 2005.
G5426 paperback ............US $25.00 CAN $27.95
BIOPRODUCTS
FROM CANADA’S FORESTS: New Partnerships in the Bioeconomy 
Suzanne Wetzel, Luc Duchesne, Michael Laporte.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the many innovative, non-timber bioproducts
(commodities derived from biomass) that may be derived from Canada’s vast
forests, including their potential economic, social and environmental impacts.
Topics discussed include: biofuels and bioenergy; biochemicals; agroforestry;
foods, nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals; decorative and aesthetic products;
recreation; forests and pests; carbon credits, and; more.
Where possible, estimates the value of various forest-derived bioproducts
and potential economic contribution. Discusses the technological,
policy and regulatory issues surrounding the emerging global bioeconomy.
A timely, valuable compilation for forestry professionals and entrepreneurs,
as well as those interested in the contribution of forestry to the bioeconomy
worldwide. 6-1/2 x 9-3/4, 256p, b&w photos, tables, 2006.
B9919 hardcover..........US $209.00 CAN $227.95
NON-TIMBER
FOREST PRODUCTS; Medicinal Herbs, Fungi, Edible Fruits and Nuts, and Other
Natural Products from the Forest
Marla R. Emery, Rebecca J. McLain, eds.. A comprehensive
text documenting the current use, research and policy concerns related
to harvesting non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in North America, with
a focus on the forests of the U.S. Pacific Northwest and Upper Midwest.
Provides reviews of historical and contemporary wildcrafting, ongoing research
on economically useful forest products, and offers a unique analysis of
the laws, sociocultural factors, competing political and economic interests,
and environmental issues related to harvesting NTFPs. A valuable
resource on the subject. 5-3/4 x 8-1/2, 176p, tables, figures, 2001.
N0899 paperback ..........US $45.95 CAN $49.95
NONTIMBER
FOREST PRODUCTS IN THE UNITED STATES
Eric T. Jones, Rebecca J. McLain, James Weigand, eds..
The first comprehensive overview of nontimber forest products (NTFPs) in
the United States, illustrating their diverse importance, describing the
people who harvest them, and outlining the steps being taken to ensure
access to them. Brings together research from numerous disciplines
and analytical perspectives - such as economic, mycology, history, ecology,
law, entomology, forestry, geography and anthropology - in order to provide
a cohesive picture of the current and potential role of NTFPs. By
examining all aspects of these products, this book provides a valuable
contribution to the development of more sophisticated policy and management
frameworks in this area. 6 x 9, 424p, tables, graphs, map, 2002.
N1665 paperback ..........US $29.95 CAN $32.95
ECOLOGICAL
BASIS OF AGROFORESTRY
Daizy Rani Batish, et al., eds.. Drawing on leading
international experts, this text demonstrates how ecologically sustainable
agroecosystems can meet the challenges of enhancing crop productivity,
soil fertility, and environmental sustainability. Provides a thorough
examination of such topics as: ecological interactions (i.e. tree-crop
interaction, alley cropping, tri-trophic interactions, etc.); below-ground
ecology (including a study on litter dynamics and factors affecting nutrient
release); modeling (i.e. the use of computer-based designs), as well as;
ecological economics (the socio-economic aspects of agroforestry).
A timely, comprehensive volume of particular interest to forestry researchers
and practitioners, ecologists, crop and soil scientists, and conservation
biologists. 7 x 10, 400p, 97 b&w photos & illustrations,
2007.
E3277 hardcover..........US $135.95 CAN $148.95
THE SILVICULTURAL
BASIS FOR AGROFORESTRY SYSTEMS
Mark Ashton, Florencia Montagnini. Provides a silvicultural
framework for thinking about the design and practice of agroforestry systems.
Unlike many agroforestry books, this title emphasizes research and thoughts
from a forestry perspective rather than an agricultural one. Many
examples are based on the ecological theory of forests that concern the
competition for resources of plant-plant and plant-animal mixtures.
Also uses the knowledge gained about the temporal and spatial dynamic and
productivity of forests as the basis for silvicultural applications in
agroforestry systems. 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 296p, b&w illustrations, 9 tables,
graphs, 1999.
S2065 hardcover ..........US $144.95 CAN $152.95
AGROFORESTRY
IN SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS
Louise Buck, James Lassoie, Erick Fernandez. Examines
the environmental and social conditions that affect the roles and performance
of trees in field- and forest-based agricultural production systems.
Various types of ecological settings for agroforestry are analyzed within
temperate and tropical regions. Provides a better understanding of
the ecological interrelationships among forests, soils, and root and water
systems. Includes case studies from around the world offering innovative
and successful strategies in raising forests and tree products on a sustainable
basis for commercial harvesting and for providing other environmental services
in land conservation and watershed management. 7-1/2 x 10-1/4, 432p, 1998.
A2941 hardcover ..........US $115.95 CAN $127.95
THE APPLE
GROWER: A Guide for the Organic Orchardist (Revised & Expanded ed.)
Michael Phillips. A fully revised and expanded
edition applying the intuitive knowledge of our great-grandparents with
the fruits of modern scientific research and innovation. Cutting-edge
topics explored include: the use of kaolin clay as a strategy against curculio
and borers; creating a diverse, healthy orchard ecosystem through understory
management of plants, nutrients, and beneficial microorganisms; business
viability by focusing on heritage and regional varieties, value-added products,
and the “community orchard” model. “Widely acclaimed as the gold
standard for anyone who wants to grow apples wisely and naturally,” a classic
among small-scale growers and home orchardists. 8 x 10, 320p, color
photos, b&w illustrations, charts, 1998, 2005.
A8911 paperback..........US $40.00 CAN $42.95
TRADITIONAL
ORCHARDING
Fred Sears, edited by Kary Davis. A handbook for
anyone interested in simply growing fruit in the backyard or running a
large commercial orchard. Originally published in 1914 as a textbook
for students of agriculture, this guide contains valuable advice, from
choosing the heaviest yielding varieties to pruning for maximum productivity.
Combines practical illustrations with tried and true methods. An
authoritative guide to orcharding for both the hobbyist and the expert
grower. 5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 336p, 150+ illustrations, 1914, reprint 2003.
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THE BACKYARD
BERRY BOOK: A Hands-on Guide to Gardening Berries, Brambles, & Vine
Fruit in the Home Garden
Stella Otto. Hands-on advice from a professional
horticulturist and experienced fruit grower. Provides all the information
backyard gardeners need to grow strawberries, rhubarb, raspberries, blackberries,
blueberries, lingonberries, currants, gooseberries, grapes, and kiwi fruit.
Covers: site selection and preparation; plant selection and propagation;
botany; soil nutrition, photosynthesis, and water; pest control; and diseases.
Features troubleshooting Q’s & A’s, and a seasonal activity calendar.
A valuable, handy reference. 6 x 9, 288p, b&w illustrations, 1995.
B2061 paperback..........US $17.95 CAN $19.95
THE BACKYARD
ORCHARDIST: A Complete Guide to Growing Fruit Trees in the Home Garden
Stella Otto. Award Winner. A comprehensive
guide to starting and maintaining a small orchard in your yard or rural
acreage. Shows how to select trees and the best site for an orchard,
prepare the soil for planting, prune for maximum growth and production,
control pests and diseases, harvest and store the fruit. A good step-by-step
guide from start to finish. 6 x 9, 250p, b&w illustrations, range maps,
1993.
B2037 paperback ..........US $16.95 CAN $18.95
FRUIT AND
NUT PRODUCTION
Brenda Olcott-Reid, William Reid. A book designed
for students, growers, and those who deal with perennial fruit and nut
crops. Emphasizes ecological and economical production methods and
offers information about the use of fruit trees in home landscapes.
Begins with the basics of fruit and nut production, including general principles
of establishing and maintaining a planting. Sections follow with
specific instructions for growing the individual fruit and nut crops, including
small fruit production (bushes, vines, or herbaceous perennials), tree
fruit production, tree nut production, minor and experimental fruit crops,
and home fruit growing. From an owner/manager in the field, a reference
filled with practical tips, advice, and information. 8-1/2 x 11, 602p,
b&w photos & illustrations, tables, 2007. OVERSIZE.
F5759 paperback..........US $56.95 CAN $62.95
NUT GROWING
ONTARIO STYLE
Society of Ontario Nut Growers. A guide for growers
interested in planting and harvesting nuts. Includes overview and
basics of nut growing, and specifics of Black Walnut, Chestnut, Filbert,
Heartnut, Persian Walnut, Hickory, Pecan, Nut Pine, Almond, Oak, Persimmon
and Pawpaw. 8-1/2 x 11, 172p, b&w illustrations, 1994.
SONG-1 paperback ..........US $13.95 CAN $13.95
GROWING
FAMILY FRUIT AND NUT TREES
Marian Van Atta. How to choose the right tree and
variety for your location. How to plant it, keep it healthy, protect
it, and make sure it produces a bountiful harvest. Includes many
recipes. A handy, concise guide. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 144p, b&w illustrations,
1993.
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G0018 paperback ..........US $10.95 CAN $12.95
BASICS OF
GROWING OF CHRISTMAS TREES
Donald Hilliker. If you ever wanted to grow and
care for evergreen trees for fun or profit, this book will help guide you
through the entire process. This long-time nurseryman (NY) covers
all the basics, including tree varieties, planning and planting sites,
soils, fertilization, herbicides, marketing, tax considerations, record
keeping, and more. Written for both the beginner and expert nurseryman
alike. 8-1/2 x 11, 214p, b&w photos & illustrations, 1991, reprint
1993.
B5021 paperback ..........US $24.95 CAN $28.95
ADDENDUM
TO BASICS OF GROWING OF CHRISTMAS TREES
Donald and Joan Hilliker. This "addendum" continues
where "Basics" leaves off (B5021 above). Virginia pine, Leyland
cypress, Sand pine and others are discussed, plus added detail on Scotch
pine, Concolor and Douglas fir. A major segment is devoted to pesticides,
toxicity and environmental concerns. Additional coverage includes:
new zone hardiness maps; Integrated Pest Management (IPM); new Grade Standards;
successful marketing concepts and ideas, and more. Features "where
to find it" and "how to find them" resources (U.S.). 9 x 12, 220p, b&w
photos & illustrations, 1992.
A5005 binder ..........US $24.95 CAN $28.95
CHRISTMAS
TREES FOR PLEASURE AND PROFIT (3rd revised ed.)
Arthur Chapman, Robert Wray. An authoritative
source that includes the basic principles, as well as specific practices.
Covers all of the important or necessary topics, ranging from the suitability
of land, species selection, planting, maintenance and protection, and more.
Guides the reader through various stages of establishing and maintaining
a Christmas tree plantation. A valuable resource for new or prospective
Christmas tree growers on both a small-scale and large commercial plantations.
5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 220p, photos and illustrations, 1984.
C0740 hardcover ..........US $29.95 CAN
$36.95
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CHRISTMAS
TREES - Growing & Selling Trees, Wreaths & Greens
Lewis Hill. Contains all the advice you need to
become a successful grower. Includes site planning, plantings, care,
equipment, weather, and marketing. A popular, "classic" reference.
6 x 9, 160p, line drawings, 1989.
C5669 paperback ..........US $12.95 CAN $14.95
GINSENG:
How to Find, Grow, and Use America’s Forest Gold (2/e)
Kim Derek Pritts. Updated and revised edition to
this guide to cultivating and using ginseng. Includes the most recent
information on ginseng cultivation. Explains how to identify different
species and how to find the plant in the wild. Features detailed
information about growing ginseng yourself, from preparing the plot to
protecting the plants from pests and diseases to harvesting. Discusses
the legends, rumors, and facts about the plant's medicinal properties.
A popular, valuable reference on the subject. 5-1/2 x 8-1/4, 176p, 40 color
photos, 2 illustrations, maps and charts, 2010.
G6343 paperback..........US $24.95 CAN $24.95
SUGARING
BIGLEAF SUGARING:
Tapping the western maple
Gary & Katherine Backlund. Outlines the sugaring
process of the Bigleaf maple (western, Oregon and/or broadleaf maple) from
start-to-finish – from how to “get started” (including equipment and supplies),
tapping, sap collection and handling to syrup making. Covers sap
flow and tree dynamics, tree stand management, personal successes and failures,
and more. A “how-to” primer for those with an interest in tapping
the western maple. 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, 96p, b&w photos + illustrations,
2004.
B0609 paperback ..........US $15.00 CAN $15.00
SUGARING:
A Maple Syrup Memoir, with Instructions
Susan Carol Hauser. A narrative about the act of
sugaring, with instructions and recipes. Hauser reflects on Native
American traditions and on the process she herself uses when making maple
syrup. Sections serve as a primer to guide the beginner through every
stage of sugaring, from selecting trees and hanging sap buckets to the
finished product. For anyone with an interest in taking up sugaring,
everyone with a maple tree, and all those with nostalgia for the rural
landscape. Formerly published as Sugartime. 4-1/2 x 7-1/2,
144p, b&w photos & illustrations, 2004.
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S3772 paperback ..........US $12.95 CAN $14.95
BACKYARD
SUGARIN’: A Complete How-To Guide (3rd ed.)
Rink Mann. Revised, expanded edition tells how
you can make maple syrup in your own backyard, without having to build
a sap house or buy expensive equipment. “… Indispensable advise to
whomever wants to sugar on a shoestring” – Southern Vermont Magazine.
Everything you need to know packed into one small guide. 6 x 9, 96p, b&w
photographs, illustrations, 1976, 1978, reprint 1991, 2005.
B2162 paperback ..........US $10.95 CAN $13.95
SUGARTIME:
The Hidden Pleasure of Making Maple Syrup with a Primer for the Novice
Sugarer
Susan Carol Hauser. A lyrical account of a season
in the sugarbush in northern Minnesota (MN). Contains a primer to
guide the beginner through every stage of the sugaring process. For
anyone with an interest in sugaring, everyone who has a maple tree, and
all those with a nostalgia for the rural landscape. 4-1/2 x 7-1/2, 143p,
b&w illustrations, 1997.
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THE MAPLE
SUGAR BOOK, 50th Anniversary Edition
Helen & Scott Nearing. A reprint of the Nearings’
Vermont classic, complete with never-before-published photos. Filled
with a history of sugaring from Native American to modern times, with tips
on how to tap trees, process sap, and market syrup. A practical how-to-guide
for small-scale operations. Fifty (50) years after its original publication,
it is as relevant as ever to the homestead or small-scale commercial practitioner.
6 x 9, 320p, b&w illustrations, photos, 2000.
M2632 paperback ..........US $25.00 CAN
$29.95
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THE MAPLE
SUGARING STORY
Northeast Historic Films. Maple sugaring was an
early practice of native North American Indians and European settlers in
the New World. It is still the first farm crop of the year following
the cold winter in New England and parts of Canada. This video interweaves
legend, science, song, history and geography to tell the story of the maple
industry. 28 minutes, color, sound, DVD format. Produced in Vermont.
M2995 DVD video ..........US $29.95 CAN $33.95
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WHEN THE
SUGAR BIRD SINGS: The History of Maple Syrup in Lanark County
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