Editor(s): Robinson, Guy (Former Professor of Philosophy, Boston University Kingston University Former Professor of Philosophy, Boston University Former Professor of Philosophy, Boston University Kingston University Former Professor of Philosophy, Boston University). Series: Perspectives on Rural Policy and Planning. BIC Classification: JPQB; RG; RPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 158 x 234 x 21. Weight in Grams: 360. . . Paperback / so. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: Sustainable Rural Systems
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2016
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1138257583
ISBN 13: 9781138257580
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New

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In a neo-liberal era where society in the Developed World is reliant on mass-produced cheap foods, and living standards are based on high consumption of non-renewable energy and materials, this book investigates the growing significance of sustainable systems in rural areas. Drawing on a wide range of topical case studies, primarily in the UK, it provides an in-depth analysis of the progress made towards sustainability within rural systems, focusing specifically upon sustainable agriculture and sustainable rural communities. The authors provide an overview of the various systems of sustainability currently being applied in the Developed World. They highlight key environmental, economic and social issues, including post-productivism, 'alternative' food networks, organic farming, GM foods, conservation, rural development programmes, sustainable tourism, local training schemes and community participation. The various studies provide important lessons in the ongoing search for greater sustainability and suggest positive directions for future policy practice.

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Guy Robinson is Professor of Geography and Director of the Centre of Environmental and Earth Science Research, Kingston University, UK.

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