sard
1.an onyx characterized by parallel layers of sard and a different colored mineral.
2.SARD is a tendency of future agriculture & rural deve lo pment advocated by FAO.
3.STUDY ON INDEX SYSTEM OF APPRAISING ON SARD OF OASIS IN ARID AREA ——A Case Study of Turpan Oasis, Xinjiang
4.The connotation and implications of sustainable agriculture and rural development (SARD)aere discussed in the paper in combination with the local agricultural environmental conditions and problems,and the initial achievements from the pilot experiments. Those provided experiences and base for coordinated sustainable development of population,economy, society,resources and environment.

