This is a definitive book on biodynamics — a thorough, scholarly text translated from the original German that describes proven biodynamic techniques developed over many years in Europe. Firmly based on detailed practical experience, the text is well illustrated with drawings, tables and color photographs. This book is a key element in the biodynamic practitioner’s library — providing much-needed practical advice and detailed explanations.

Some of the many topics covered include:

• the farm as an individual entity
• soil – the basis of all agriculture
• tillage
• manures and manuring
• improvers and conditioners
• working with special dynamics and rhythms
• crop husbandry
• animal husbandry
• landscape management

This is a Board favorite: "Good guidance in making and using the sprays. Really straightforward." (Paula Manalo)

"The most complete, very practical handbook on biodynamics." (Steffen Schneider)

Author Bios: Friedrich Sattler is a trained agriculturalist. He managed for many years at Talhof, Germany, a farm that has been run on bio-dynamic lines since 1928. Eckard von Wistinghausen joined the staff of the Bio-Dynamic Research Institution in Darmstadt, Germany, in 1972. His particular concerns there were site and soil analysis, quality standards, and education and training.

Author: Friedrich Sattler and Eckard v. Wistinghausen
Translator: A.R. Meuss
Hardcover: 334 pages
Illustrations: Black and white and color photos and diagrams
Publisher: Bio-Dynamic Agricultural Association (1992)
Edition: 1st U.S.
Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.5 inches