Sir Albert Howard was an organic pioneer of considerable stature. Throughout his scientific and publishing career, Howard benefited significantly from opportunities of travel and the ability to observe practical applications and results from a diverse range of agricultural systems. It is well recognised that his scientific work and publications provide an inspiration for many contemporary individuals who continue to adapt and refine his principles. As its name would suggest, the organic movement is a dynamic and evolving one. This potential is captured in the best of Sir Howard’s work and helps to explain its ongoing popularity. Born in England 1873, Howard was raised on his family’s rural estate. Formal education at Cambridge provided...