Master the art of growing nutritious, versatile, and flavorful root vegetables with JeanMartin Fortier's biointensive farming methods. Root Vegetables: A Grower's Guide uncovers the secrets to cultivating a wide range of root crops, from familiar favorites like potatoes and carrots to lesserknown gems like oca and salsify. JeanMartin Fortier's biointensive approach maximizes yield while nurturing soil health, making this guide invaluable to home gardeners and market farmers alike. This richly illustrated, fullcolor guide includes: A stepbystep introduction to "The Fortier Method" for sustainable, highyield microfarming Botanical insights into root vegetables, from ancient wild varieties to modern cultivars Detailed profiles of 2 nutritious and versatile crops, with practical advice on growing each Techniques for soil preparation, sowing, transplanting, fertilizing, and irrigation Organic practices for managing pests, diseases, and crop rotations Tips for optimizing harvest and