Food Science for Gardeners is everyone's guide to optimizing the quality of garden produce, including avoiding safety risks such as pesticides and microplastics; the pros and cons of different storage methods; and how to prepare the most nutrient-dense and delicious vegetables and fruits possible.
Robert Pavlis is a Master Gardener with over 45 years' experience in the art and science of horticulture, with a particular focus on soil chemistry and health. He is the owner and developer of Aspen Grove Gardens, a 6-acre botanical garden featuring 3,000 varieties of plants. A sought-after speaker and lecturer, Robert has published many articles in magazines such as Mother Earth News and Ontario Gardening. He maintains a widely read blog – gardenmyths.com – and a well-known YouTube channel, Garden Fundamentals, with tens of thousands of subscribers. Robert is the award-winning author of many published works, including the popular Soil Science for Gardeners series and Building Natural Ponds. He lives in Guelph, Canada.