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Høns er helt klart verdens mest almindelige fugle. Der findes tre gange flere høns end mennesker på jorden. På trods af det, og på trods af at næsten alle mennesker spiser deres æg og deres afkom, er det de færreste, der ved hvilke fantastiske væsner de i virkeligheden er. Deres verden er så meget rigere end vores, når det gælder farver, lyde og dufte, som vi ikke selv kan opfatte. De har et af verdens mest omfattende og nuancerede sprog med masser af lyde for forskellige situationer. Desuden er de hverken forvirrede eller dumme, som mange ellers påstår.Udsprunget af Sydøstasiens junglehøns er det en af de fuglearter, der lever i livslange, sociale familiegrupper. Og de er meget klogere end deres rygte siger. Samtidig behandles de som fabriksprodukter i de gigantiske æg- og kyllingefabrikker rundt omkring i verden.I “Verdens mest almindelige fugl” giver Per Jensen en levende og kærlig beskrivelse af hønsenes ukendte sider.PER JENSEN er professor i etologi og har selv haft høns i fyrre år. I årtier har han udforsket deres adfærd sammen med sin forskergruppe ved Linköpings universitet. Han benyttes ofte som foredragsholder og spreder med stor entusiasme viden om de seneste forskningsresultater. Per har tidligere skrevet flere bøger, der er oversat til dansk og udgivet på Forlaget Tro-fast, f.eks. Dyrenes følelser og vores følelser for dyr”.

Porch Collect: Metropolitan Plant life" welcomes perusers into the captivating universe of changing infertile housetops into prospering shelters of nature. This book fills in as a far reaching guide for people trying to make energetic porch gardens in metropolitan spaces, opening the capability of ignored conditions to bloom into flourishing green retreats. Inside the pages of "Patio Gather," perusers will find the craftsmanship and study of developing a nursery in the core of the city. The book digs into the complexities of porch cultivating, offering experiences into picking the right plants, upgrading space, and conquering the provokes extraordinary to metropolitan scenes. From the fledgling devotee to the carefully prepared nursery worker, this guide takes special care of all degrees of skill, giving a guide to transform substantial breadths into rich, verdant safe-havens. The sections unfurl like a story, starting with the essentials of porch planting. Perusers are acquainted with the fundamental components of fruitful metropolitan vegetation - from choosing the right soil and holders to understanding the daylight and water needs of different plants. The book cautiously explores through the likely entanglements of restricted space, guaranteeing that every last bit of the porch is used effectively. As the excursion advances, "Porch Gather" investigates the different exhibit of plants that flourish in bound spaces, offering an organized determination reasonable for metropolitan environments. Whether it's energetic blossoms, sweet-smelling spices, or bantam natural product trees, the book guides perusers in picking an agreeable blend of verdure that gets by as well as flourishes in the roof climate. The book doesn't simply stop at development; it digs into the helpful advantages of porch planting in a metropolitan setting. It investigates the mental and actual benefits of having a green shelter in the midst of the buzzing about of city life. "Porch Gather" urges perusers to embrace cultivating for of unwinding, stress help, and an association with nature, encouraging a feeling of prosperity amidst a metropolitan wilderness. In addition, the book addresses reasonable and eco-accommodating works on, underscoring the significance of capable planting in metropolitan spaces. From treating the soil procedures to water protection methodologies, "Patio Collect" expects to make metropolitan cultivating a satisfying side interest as well as a commitment to a greener and better planet. In "Porch Gather: Metropolitan Vegetation," perusers set out on a groundbreaking excursion - from imagining a fruitless roof to making a prospering desert garden that resists the requirements of city living. The account is sprinkled with genuine examples of overcoming adversity, functional tips, and enamoring visuals that rouse and direct perusers on their patio planting experience. At last, the book support the possibility that, even in the substantial heart of metropolitan scenes, one can gather plants as well as a reestablished association with nature, changing the commonplace into a verdant magnum opus.

Are You Enthusiastic About Taking The Less Travelled Path? Are You Attracted to Bees? Do You Think You Might Be The Daring Type To Take Up Beekeeping, But You're Not Sure How Or Where To Begin? At last! Find Out How To Become A Profitable Beekeeper! You may now enjoy fresh honey that has been home-harvested and learn little-known but incredibly effective beekeeping tips and tricks!

Are you interested in growing your own food, but don't have a lot of space or resources? Microfarming might be the solution you're looking for. This sustainable farming method allows you to produce fresh, healthy food on a small scale, using innovative techniques and creative strategies. Whether you live in a city apartment or a rural homestead, microfarming can help you become more self-sufficient and reduce your ecological footprint. In this book, you'll discover everything you need to know to start your own microfarm, from choosing the right crops and tools to managing soil health and pest control. With practical tips and inspiring examples, Microfarming is the ultimate guide to a more sustainable way of life.

A magnum opus, Fifty Years of Biodynamic Farming: Essays From the Field is Henning Sehmsdorf 's tribute and testament to biodynamic living and farming. In writing and editing this collection of thirty-two essays, Sehmsdorf has created an enduring work that will be an invaluable tool for students and practitioners of holistic and self-sufficient food growing. Dozens of topics are organized into seven chapters, and their consideration is comprehensive. From personal histories with biodynamics to nutritionally-whole foods, herbal medicine, solar-powered micro-irrigation to the spirituality of the farm, Sehmsdorf and his colleagues reveal and discuss farming as a practice both sacred and personal. The authors take on gluten intolerance, ecological livestock raising and the case for responsible animal care, bee colony collapse and concepts such as Goethe's theories around color and plant morphology. Favorite essays include Sehmsdorf 's life and farm partner Elizabeth Simpson's "The Viable Family Farm," and Sehmsdorf 's own "Home Food Security" and "Farming for Health," all stunning in their scope. Or, the conceptually brilliant "Emergy (Embodied Energy) Analysis of S&S Homestead Farm" by Andrew Haden (with Sehmsdorf). In his concluding essay, "The Spirituality of the Soil: The Idea of Teleology from Aristotle to Rudolf Steiner," Sehmsdorf 's unifying apprehension of cosmos and life as indwelling, transformative, and spiritual is manifest. It's what has powered his fifty-year farm plan, and what keeps Sehmsdorf researching, discovering, and creating today. Together with Simpson, Sehmsdorf has built a life of deep connection, with commitment to service and education. Fifty Years of Biodynamic Farming is a unique study, and exceptionally useful for any student or practitioner of organics or biodynamics, or life, really, as it is nothing short of a treasure trove of lessons from lives truly lived with great curiosity, meaning, and beauty. (Gigi Berardi, Author FoodWISE, biodynamic cheesemaker, Shaw Island, WA; Director, Resilient Farm Project; Professor, Urban and Environmental Planning & Policy, Huxley College of the Environment, Western Washington University).

Being the largest animal protein producer, the poultry industry is in the focus of mixed-diet consumers (from a welfare point of view, as a medium of functional foods, environmental issues, the use of antibiotics, etc.), as well as the livestock industry in general. The poultry industry is also extremely quick to uptake new technologies (such as biotechnology, mechanization, robotics, and climate and nutrient control) in order to be economically efficient and sustainable. There is constant pressure from pathogens and new threats, such as avian flu, that requires new treatments and biosecurity measures. There are many novel approaches and answers to these challenges. In breeding, molecular genetic tools (genomic selection and genome editing) can be used to increase production efficiency and fitness, especially immunity traits, or to characterize local genetic pools. The One Health approach, which requires a holistic approach, where genetics, nutrition, health treatment, and management need to be considered together, has gained ground in the poultry industry. The gut microbiome seems to be a good indicator of the balanced health of an animal. Artificial intelligence, built into robotic supervision and handling, helps to increase animal comfort and save costs in the workforce. Organic farming takes a different approach and faces different challenges. What could the possible answers be? We are facing a new era in poultry science. The aim of this Special Issue is to highlight the importance of new findings.