Springer - Farming for Health: Green-Care Farming Book

Farming for Health explores how agricultural farms, animals, plants, and landscapes serve as a foundation for improving human mental and physical health along with social well-being. This publication provides a comprehensive overview of the growth of Green-Care Farming initiatives throughout Europe. As the health-care sector undergoes changing paradigms, there is an increasing demand for new social and financial impulses in rural areas and agriculture. This book addresses these needs by examining how farming environments can be used to support health goals. It features research and insights from experts across several countries, including The Netherlands, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Slovenia, Germany, Belgium, Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Austria, and Italy. This text is an essential resource for those studying the connection between agricultural landscapes and community wellness.