A thoughtful and thought provoking essay. Thank you. I would encourage you to look into the work being done at PolyFace Farms in America and how the sustainability farming approach of Joel Salatin is not only restoring the land but producing food at a higher level then thought possible with standard agriculture methods. As you can see from Amazon.com he has provided many books on the subject of sustainable agriculture.
Polyface, Inc. is a family owned, multi-generational, pasture-based, beyond organic, local-market farm and…www.polyfacefarms.com
Also look to your tradition and that of the individuals of your regions, how have they produced food and water for centuries? You have a rich history that may bring the answers you are looking for. Your population of man and beast will be far healthier, wealthier and happier if the food they eat answers the call of their DNA, verses modern technology.
To your good health
Tammera Karr
www.yourwholenutrition.com