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The boy who grew a forest : the true story of Jadav Payeng
by Sophia M. Gholz
A sumptuously illustrated picture book account of the inspiring achievements of Jadav Payeng describes how he worked to reverse the destructive forces of erosion and deforestation in India's Brahmaputra River region by starting what became a 1,300-acre forest filled with native plants and animals. Simultaneous eBook.
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Controlling Invasive Species With Goats by Carol HandInvasive species are taking over native plants habitats. Common control methods are dangerous or impractical. Some people are now turning to goats as a nontoxic and versatile way to deal with invasive species. Controlling Invasive Species with Goats look at the history of using goats to graze plants, why they work, and the research that's being done to learn more.
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The Midwest native plant primer : 225 plants for an earth-friendly garden
by Alan Branhagen
"A native plant is defined as one that grew wild in a particular area prior to settlement by Europeans. If you live in the Midwest, choosing plants native to the region will benefit you, your yard, and the environment by reducing maintenance tasks, and attracting earth-friendly pollinators such as native birds, butterflies, and bees. Branhagen inspires readers to include native plants in their home gardens and landscapes"
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