Textbooks

​The Pocket Atlas of Forest Damage helps you quickly and accurately identify damage to forest trees. Easily recognizable characteristics help you differentiate between damage patterns of various causes in 20 tree species and genera.A clear identification key is provided for each tree species, facilitating systematic detection of damage.This makes the atlas ideal for practical use in the forest.Whether in forestry, environmental protection, research, or education – this handy reference work provides reliable and understandable support for professionals and interested parties in assessing forest damage.713 color photos, 272 pages, hardcover

Recognize the most important site characteristics and analyze which natural forest community is best for you to choose tree species. ~Can exotic tree species, such as Douglas fir, be part of the solution? ~With descriptions of all techniques that can be used for forest conversion.Since forest conversion can take years or decades, the author explains the most important damaging factors and derives how damage can be avoided in the long term. Possible replacement tree species for spruce are explained as well as the basics of natural forest management, the importance of forest communities and the silvicultural processes with which a natural mixed forest can be planted.Identify the most important site characteristics and analyze which natural forest communities are present The best way to choose the tree species is to guide you.20 color photos, 22 bw drawings. 202 pages. ~

Machines, development, timber harvesting Forest management is no longer imaginable without technology. In addition to the minimum equipment of an ax and chainsaw for felling, limbing and cutting to length, cable winches or crane trailers are also used. In addition to introducing the functions and uses of all important forestry machines, this book gives tips and advice on how to protect the soil during timber harvesting and how to avoid damage to the remaining stock. Calculation models for calculating the company's own costs or the purchase of forestry machines as well as tips for selecting a suitable contractor round off this book and help the farmer, but also the small forest owner, to select the right technology and the optimal procedure for wood harvesting.

Healthy pleasures in a varied variety: Fresh fruit juices instead of industrial products with standardized tastes! Carefully preserved, homemade fruit juices delight even in the cold season and bring the scent of summer and autumn harvest into the winter. Step by step from harvest or purchase to the final product: steam juicing or cold pressing, naturally cloudy and clarified juices , making nectar with or without pulp, syrup and fruit jelly, proper preservation and storageBlack elderberry juice, cherry or gooseberry juice, strawberry, lemon balm and apple-raspberry juice... Homemade peach iced tea!Sweet cider made from grapes, apples and pearsFruit juices from rare local fruits such as sloes, quinces, sea buckthorn or cornelian cherries...Creep - and lemon balm syrup~ blackberry gin and elderberry cinnamon jelly~ Pineapple Lemon and Peppermint Lemonade...

​Enjoy or give away homemade fruit or herb winesProcess your fruit from the garden, pick the herbs on the meadow, use grain or even from tree juices you can press wine - try it, you will be thrilled. In the introductory part, the authors briefly and succinctly provide basic information about the theory of winemaking. The subsequent practical part goes into detail: from the raw materials to the necessary equipment and tools to the individual steps (juice or mash fermentation, vinification, acidity and sugar determination, clarification, bottling, storage ...), all the tricks of fruit wine production are explained. With these concrete instructions and the many recipes, every hobby winemaker - even every beginner - can produce all-around successful fruit wine. Hardcover, illustrated, 160 pages. 

Alles zur Gewinnung und Zubereitung von erstklassigem Wildbret. Dieses Handbuch deckt den gesamten Prozess von der Jagd bis zur Küche ab.Inhalt:Versorgung des Wildes, Hygiene und LebensmittelrechtDetaillierte Zerwirkkunde mit Schritt-für-Schritt-FotosÜber 50 einfache und schmackhafte Wildrezepte160 Seiten geballtes Praxiswissen

Market venison quickly and successfully. Hunting training ends with the legal regulations on game hygiene and game care. Hunter and outdoor specialistCarsten Bothe ~ starts where the training ends. From practice for practice, this practical handbook in our successful series ~Land &~ Works ~valuable tips on how to successfully market venison, for example, you can get up to 200 euros for a piece of roe deer and also save a lot of time when processing it. All weaving processes are described in great detail and illustrated with many step-by-step pictures. In addition to useful information and calculation examples, all steps on the way from game to delicacy in the kitchen are documented. The question of how to deal with bad shots is also examined.Using roe deer and wild boar, all sequences of actions, from knocking out the cover and rinding to processing the cuts, are specifically described and witnessed. Equipment and tools for weaving are also explained. 160 pages, numerous color photos.

Processing beeswax is a completely healthy and sustainable hobby. The use of such an original natural product has a demonstrably lower impact on the environment than the consumption of industrially manufactured products. For this book, the beekeeper Falco and his wife Anne Tietjen have put together over 50 carefully selected recipes and show what you can make yourself from beeswax. No matter whether you want to make your own insect repellent, shoe polish, wood care, oilcloths, decoration, natural cosmetics or water candles with children - there is something suitable for everyone when choosing recipes. Be inspired by the diverse DIY ideas!

Successfully implementing pasture managementStandard work on pasture managementThe current results from pasture research, advice and practice in cattle farming are combined in this standard work. Whether dairy cattle or beef cattle, anyone who wants to fully utilize the potential of their pastures must use this book. For efficient pasture farming, a site-adapted pasture plant population is the most important basis. The book shows why this differs from conventional ones Differentiates between cut meadow stocks and provides instructions on the important measures of stock management such as overseeding, fertilization and pasture care. Valuable and desirable pasture plants are presented in the picture, the advantages and disadvantages of traditional and new pasture systems and strategies are presented and the different location requirements for them are described. Fence construction, driveway construction, pasture milking systems, etc. are also covered. Based on economic results, ecology of pasture farming, nutrient requirements of the animals, genetics and performance requirements for cattle, practical recommendations are made for all forms and types of pasture farming of dairy cows , young cattle, calves, fattening oxen and suckler cows. The health aspects of pasture farming round off the comprehensive practical book.

​Whether you are a beginner or an experienced goat farmer - this book offers you compact and understandable knowledge about breeding processes. It covers practical aspects such as selecting the right breeding animals and offers helpful checklists to support you. It also explains the theoretical principles of goat breeding. You will learn how a breeding program works, what breeding value estimation means and how you can apply these values on your farm. Various questions and challenges are explained in a practical way using five fictitious goat farms. 48 color photos, 24 drawings, 15 tables. 136 pages.

Whether you are a professional farmer, a hobby farmer or simply a fan of a more unconventional pet - you will all have fun with goats. With the updated new edition of Gerhard Maurer's guide Goat Keeping Today and its expertly described tips and tricks, nothing can go wrong. You will learn to appreciate the intelligence of the animals, enjoy them and their nature and enjoy the fresh products from goats that you keep yourself: the goat's milk, the curd and cheese made from it, the yoghurt or the meat.Contents:Origin and developmentDairy, meat and mountain goat breeds in Austria, Germany and Switzerland with a focus on organic farmingTips for buying goats< li>Reproduction and rearingDehorning and castrationCoat and hoof careHurt management in stables and pastures, herd protectionFeeding with feed scienceEconomic calculationsAround milk - composition, correct milking, cheesemakingGoat products: milk, meat including further processing and marketingIllnesses - prevent, detect, treatAuthor biography: From a city dweller to a full-time goat breeder on an organic farm Detailed literature and source references

Farm animal with many talents Everything about selection, feeding and careBreeding and products With 19 breed portraits This book offers you detailed information about choosing a breed, its characteristics and needs. Detailed chapters provide you with everything you need to know about housing in stables and free-range systems. Continue to learn what and how much goats eat and how to prevent, detect and treat disease. Breeding, birth and rearing as well as the extraction and utilization of products such as meat, wool and fur are explained.

All the raw materials that the sheep offers.No other farm animal is as versatile as the sheep. In addition to its qualities as a grazing animal and landscape steward, it provides the raw material for essential products for almost all areas of life.This book offers a complete overview of all the raw materials that sheep offer us as a farm animal. With its renewable products milk and wool, it supplies the raw materials for milk and cheese products as well as for warming and insulating textiles in clothing and home furnishings. Its meat is low-allergenic and healthy. The most delicious dishes can be prepared from it. Fur and skin and everything that can be made from them - clothing, shoes, bags and bed linens - have natural properties and advantages that no plastic or synthetic fiber can replace.Numerous photos, instructions and recipes make you want to, to process the raw products from the sheep themselves.

Do you have the dream of refining an apple tree or refining a rose yourself? This doesn't have to remain a dream: This book introduces you to the best grafting methods from grafting to grafting. All techniques for refining berries, roses or fruit trees are explained to you so clearly that you can use them straight away. Thanks to its easy-to-understand instructions and clear photographs, this compact guide to refining plants by Heiner Schmid has become a classic. You will be introduced to the topic with background information and practical tips and will be equipped with the professional tools you need to refine your shrubs and trees yourself.

Regardless of whether you are a beginner or an experienced self-catering user, here you will find technically precise and at the same time easy-to-understand information about the equipment and maintenance of greenhouses and cold frames. In addition to the basics about climate, water and soil, you will learn interesting facts about growing vegetables and herbs with valuable tips for growing young plants on time. Detailed information will help you identify and treat plant diseases. Practical: With work calendar for the entire gardening year, so you know exactly what needs to be done month after month.

Nothing is cozier than a campfire, whether on a hike, in the alpine hut or in your own garden. But this book proves that you can prepare much more than just sausages or baked potatoes over an open fire. The different cooking methods provide unusual culinary delights and are explained in detail and with rich illustrations by Carsten Bothe. With the detailed instructions and numerous recipes, nothing stands in the way of the cooking on an open fire experience! Whether it's a grilled cutlet, suckling pig on a spit, soup from a goulash kettle or nuts roasted directly in the embers - the preparation Cooking food with the help of an open fire not only provides distinctive culinary delights, but also provides fun in a convivial atmosphere.From the contents: Designing a campfire for cooking, necessary equipment, various methods< /li> Roasting in the hot ashes, grilling over the embers Earth oven, Dutch oven Roasting on a spit and roasting on a rope< li> Baking on the campfire Cooking in a cauldron: from soup to hot drinks Asado grilling like the gauchos

Tractor technology is becoming increasingly complex. This manual, which has been proven many times in practice, helps to save money and provides the necessary specialist knowledge in a comprehensive, precise and easy-to-understand manner. The main topics are the basics of electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and work processes. Of course, this manual, which was developed using examples from Deutz, Fendt and Steyr, is suitable for all makes and types. It is an indispensable basis for every farmer and agricultural machinery mechanic when troubleshooting and repairing tractors. 392 pages, 544 photos, 56 tables

Anbau, Ernte und Vermarktung von NutzhanfJeder denkt bei Hanf an das Rauschmittel – dabei kann Hanf so viel mehr! Nutzhanfsorten, also jene die kaum eine berauschende Wirkung haben, finden als Lebensmittel und Faserlieferanten Verwendung. Aus ihren Samen kann Öl erzeugt werden, auch finden sie als Tierfutter und für menschliche Nahrung Verwendung. Die ganze Pflanze wird wiederum für die Papierherstellung gebraucht. Hanf kann im landwirtschaftlichen Betrieb die Fruchtfolge und die Produktpalette bereichern, den Einsatz von Unkrautvernichtungsmitteln senken und den Boden verbessern.Das Buch informiert über die Ansprüche der Pflanzen an Boden, Wasserversorgung und Düngung. Darüber hinaus beleuchtet es die Auswahl der Sorten ebenso wie die Erntetechnik am Feld. Den vielfältigen Verwendungsmöglichkeiten von Hanf und seiner Vermarktung ist ein eigener Abschnitt gewidmet. 160 Seiten.

Local wild herbs are rich in valuable ingredients and have a wide range of uses in the kitchen and as medicinal products. In this book we will show you how to do it: where to find edible wild plants and how you can safely identify and recognize edible wild herbs. You will also learn simple recipes for the best wild herb dishes and how you can use wild herbs as medicinal herbs. Clear drawings and precise plant portraits help you to correctly identify wild herbs, fruits and berries, to learn about the effects of medicinal herbs and to use wild plants in a variety of ways in the kitchen.

​Wraps - a gentle healing method for the whole familyWraps are a holistic and gentle healing method for colds, fever, stomach and back pain, joint complaints and more. They also promote healthy sleep and are suitable for all age groups - from children to the elderly.This book provides you with the necessary know-how to successfully apply wraps and compresses. The authors explain which compresses help with various ailments, how to prepare them and how to apply them correctly. You will also receive lots of recovery tips and information on medicinal plants and household remedies such as curd cheese.Learn the art of compresses and support your health in a natural way! 80 color photos, 144 pages.

The correct cut of pome, stone and berry fruit, but also of roses and ornamental shrubs for optimal flower abundance! Additional chapter: Refining and grafting!

​Healthy chickens in your own garden - it's that easy!Chickens in your own garden are trendy! But what to do if a chicken gets sick? In her guide, vet Dr. Katrin Sewerin presents the most common chicken diseases that you as the owner can recognize and treat. Whether it's crop blockage, diarrhea, colds, problems laying eggs, parasites or stress caused by heat and cold - Dr. Sewerin offers practical solutions for every situation.Each disease is clearly presented: General, recognition, causes, prevention, treatment. Individual chicken treatment is particularly emphasized, as often not all animals are affected. The egg diagnosis also explains why some eggs look unusual.With helpful tips for the stall pharmacy and precise dosage information, you are well equipped. 61 color photos, 128 pages.

Skin care is also soul careThe skin is more than just our outer shell - it reflects how we feel and is directly connected to our body and soul. This book shows you how to make your own cosmetics using natural ingredients from your environment - holistic, effective and tailored to your needs.An easy-to-understand introduction explains the structure of the skin, how its requirements change with age and what really matters when it comes to skincare. Then it's time to get practical: get to know local flowers and herbs - with information on their effects and application.Whether soothing ointment, fragrant cream or nourishing lotion - with over 100 recipes, you are guaranteed to find the right care for your skin. There are also special products for men. You can make everything yourself with simple means - for a good feeling on your skin and in your heart.208 pages, illustrated throughout in color, Dimensions: 16.5 x 22 cm, hardcover

​Traditional home remedies that work, quick help from the medicine cabinetExperience the power of traditional home remedies! Onion juice helps with coughs, a curd compress for sprains and a tea made from mint, lemon balm, aniseed and camomile for flatulence. If you have a runny nose, a sore leg or a tummy ache, Karin Buchart offers tried and tested recipes from regional folk medicine. Simple and effective: home remedies made from foods and herbs that you also have at homeHow to prevent illness: Strengthen the immune system, improve intestinal floraRunny nose, dry cough, sore throat: the best home remedies for coldsWhether you're feeling unwell or ill, suffering from a childhood illness or age-related complaints: Teas, herbs and compresses that helpFrom arteriosclerosis to gout and joint pain to the menopause: 400 pages full of tried and tested home remediesAll the home remedies presented in the book have one thing in common: they are easy to use and have been passed down within families for generations. Many of the recipes come from the Alps and the Pinzgau region. 400 pages.