Although society is as affluent as it has ever been, increasingly people are discovering the edible rewards and personal satisfaction of growing their own vegetables. Mass crop production may have brought theprice of vegetables down, but taste and freshness is often sacrificed. Fortunately, growing your own vegetables organically has never been easier. Many biodynamic preparations are now available in the form of compost and soil enhancers, liquid manures, seaweed sprays and non-chemical pest controls. ORGANIC VEGETABLE GARDENING includes information on: Pest control Planning your organic garden Propagating and saving seeds Climatic influences Getting started and has an extensive A-Z section that tells readers everything they need to know about each vegetable, including potential problems.