Masanobu Fukuoka
Japanese farmer and author of Natural Farming
Born
1913
113 years ago
Died
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Japan
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Pioneered a farming philosophy emphasizing minimal intervention in nature. Developed a system called 'Natural Farming' that advocated for no-till agriculture and use of cover crops. Authored several influential books including 'The One-Straw Revolution,' which described his practices and philosophy. Fukuoka's techniques inspired sustainable agriculture movements worldwide, promoting ecological balance and biodiversity.
Authored 'The One-Straw Revolution'
Developed Natural Farming techniques
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