# The World That Feeds Us - Hardcover

by **Nancy Castaldo** (Author), **Ginnie Hsu** (Illustrator)

**Where does our food come from? Is farming different around the world? In this charmingly illustrated book, follow sustainable farming around the world to discover how farmers from Hawaii, to Sweden, the UK, and beyond grow the fresh and tasty food we enjoy eating.**

Explore the seasonal workings of farms around the world, and how food can be grown using **sustainable methods** that focus on **quality versus quantity** to ensure an **environmentally healthy future**. _The World That Feeds Us_ explores fascinating farms and farming techniques around the world, including:

-   Global **cacao** production
-   **City farms**, on rooftops, and beyond
-   **Heirloom** crops and **heritage** breeds
-   **Farmer's markets** across the globe
-   **High-tech machinery** such as **farmbots**

A **glossary** defines key sustainable farming terms. Through this colorful and global look at farming, children will learn how farmers, and us, can make choices **to protect the planet**, while still enjoying **delicious and nutritious food**.

### Author Biography

**Nancy Castaldo** has written books about our planet for over 20 years. Her 2016 title _The Story of Seeds: From Mendel's Garden to Your Plate_, and _How There's More of Less To Eat Around The World_ introduces readers to the importance of seeds, farming, and the crisis we currently face. It received the Green Earth Book Award and many other accolades.

**Ginnie Hsu** is an illustrator, designer, and educator living in upstate New York. Her work is often inspired by everyday life, nature, human living, and well-being. Ginnie also enjoys foraging, yoga, and herbalism.

**Number of Pages:** 80

**Dimensions:** 0.56 x 11.83 x 8.98 IN

**Publication Date:** April 11, 2023

## Details

- **Price:** 18.95 USD
- **Vendor:** Books by splitShops
- **Type:** Books
- **Tags:** Books by splitShops, Shopify Collective

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