Food from dryland gardens: An ecological, nutritional, and social approach to small-scale household food production

This book was written to encourage gardens that serve local needs, that are based on local knowledge and resources, and that conserve natural resources and the biological diversity of traditional crops. It is written for field workers, extension agents, students, project workers, and program planners. Both a beginner's guide as well as a reference for those with more experience, this book helps the reader observe and work with local people to ask appropriate questions about the community, the environment, and the potential for gardens to improve nutritional, economic, and social well-being. (author)