Title: Why cows learn Dutch : and other secrets of Amish farms /
Authors: James, Randy, 1955-
Publisher: Kent State University Press,
Year: 2005
Subjects: Farms Ohio Geauga County.; Farm life Ohio Geauga County.; Amish farmers Ohio Geauga County.
Abstract: "This book is a collection of gentle, often humorous stories about the art, science, and tradition of farming as well as a probing analysis of the Amish farm business. James includes helpful, empirical descriptions of Amish farming practices and delves into the amazing economic efficiency of a work horse and the streamlined management and marketing system of a fifty-chicken flock." "Why Cows Learn Dutch illustrates an alternative business model in which small traditional farms are able to effectively compete in an industry dominated by huge corporate farms. It will appeal to those interested in the Amish lifestyle and farming practices."--Jacket.
Contents: Preface and acknowledgments -- The settlement -- The Atlee Schrock farm -- The Jonas Miller farm -- The Nelson Slabaugh farm -- The Owen Fisher farm -- The Nevin Detweiler farm -- The Urie Gingerich farm -- The Christ Wengerd farm -- Afterword.