Agroecology

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Welcome to the Agroecology resources page!

Please, be patient while our collection of materials is under development.

We suggest you start with the "Introducing Agroecology" publication.

Publications

Introducing Agroecology

Zachary Brym, Hamutahl Cohen, Hannah Eason, Emma Matcham, and David Outerbridge

This document aims to introduce the foundational ideas and main concepts of agroecology to a general audience with some specific examples for implementing agroecology on farms and gardens in commercial, hobby, and educational contexts. Written by Zachary Brym, Hamutahl Cohen, Hannah Wooten, Emma Matcham, and David Outerbridge, and published by the UF/IFAS Agronomy Department, June 2023.

Biological Soil Crusts in Agroecosystems

Kira Sorochkina, Clayton J. Nevins, Patrick W. Inglett, and Sarah L. Strauss

Biological soil crusts, or biocrusts, are communities of microorganisms that form on the surface of soils, often found in deserts around the world. However, they can also occur in agroecosystems and potentially contribute nutrients to plants growing nearby. This publication is for those interested in learning more about what biocrusts look like and how they can impact agricultural soils.

Agroecology

Publications

Introducing Agroecology

Biological Soil Crusts in Agroecosystems

Growing a Greener Future: Exploring Agroecology at School and at Home

Set it and Forget it Hydroponics Workshops–10/15/25

Agroecology at the 2025 Summer Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network Meeting