Flack, an agricultural consultant and president of the board of directors of the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association, introduces the basics of organic dairy production. Originally published by the Northeast Organic Farming Association, in 2004, this revised and updated guide is part of an eight volume series (available separately and as a set) designed for homesteaders, experienced gardeners, and farmers transitioning to organic methods. Coverage includes the why, how, and what of organic certification, soil as the foundation of health, crop production and grazing management, livestock, marketing, record keeping, economics of organic dairy farming, and the nutritional qualities of grass-fed ruminants and poultry. Pen and ink illustrations by Jocelyn Langer complement the text. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)