The work itself, *Geoponica*, is a collection of agricultural advice and practices, covering topics like:
* Farming techniques: Cultivation, irrigation, harvesting, and storage.
* Animal husbandry: Raising livestock, breeding, and care.
* Gardening: Growing vegetables, fruits, and flowers.
* Viticulture: Winemaking and grape cultivation.
* Beekeeping: Honey production and bee care.
* Weather and climate: Forecasting, predicting seasons, and understanding their impact on agriculture.
The exact authorship and compilation of Geoponica is still debated by scholars. However, it is generally attributed to:
* Cassius Dionysius of Utica: A Roman writer who compiled a large body of agricultural knowledge in the 1st century CE. He is believed to have been the main contributor to Geoponica.
* Other Roman writers: Including Virgil, Varro, Columella, and Palladius, whose works were incorporated into the Geoponica.
Geoponica is a valuable source for understanding the agricultural practices of the ancient Romans, and it continues to be studied by historians, agriculturalists, and scholars today.