The Best Farming, Gardening, and Homesteading Books Curated By New Terra Farm
 Not Dewey Decimal, more like 'Do we know where that book is'?I read. A lot. My personal library of farming and gardening books has over 150 print titles, with a bunch more on my phone. When I REALLY find a book indispensable, I like to have the print copy on hand. Never know what's going on with the interwebs, and I hope to pass these books down to the offspring one day. I haunt used book stores on a regular basis, looking for hidden gems about farming and gardening topics; sometimes the best books on those topics are from a few decades ago. When I buy new, my preferential source is Chelsea Green Publishing. Chelsea Green is recognized as the leading publisher of books on the politics and practice of sustainable living. Their books bring in-depth, practical knowledge and hands-on information related to organic and regenerative farming and gardening, ecology and the environment, healthy food, local economies and resilient communities, and integrative health and wellness. On this page I've curated the most useful books I've discovered over the years. I'm pushing the hard copies from Chelsea Green, but many of them can be found on that Evil South American River as well. Best Gardening Books
The books on this list are the best choices I've found for learning the practicalities of market gardening. They have have been a valuable reference when planning and working my 1-acre-plus garden. Each has a spot in my garden library wall. I've had an edition of his book in my library for more than 20 years. The New Organic Grower is probably the finest guide for small-scale organic farming, ideal for both new farmers and seasoned gardeners. The updated 30th-anniversary edition offers new tools and techniques, stunning photography, and insights from decades of experience. It blends practical advice with sustainable agricultural philosophy, particularly for growers managing 2.5 acres or less. The book's updates reflect the latest developments in organic farming, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to grow organically and profitably. Best Farming Books
I've curated a selection of the best gardening books on the Bookshop site:
In most cases, these are books I've either read or I'm familiar with the author from other books. And a couple I recommend just because they cover an important topic and fill a 'gap'. Best Books On The Business Of Farming
Here's a few of the titles: You can also search for a book Or go to the New Terra Farm Bookstore to see all my recommendations. You might also want to check out this FREE Guide to Organic Gardening. Good overview of the step by step process to establish an organic garden, complete with grow guides for common garden vegetables. |
