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376 pages, 280 illustrations (128 are in colour). Insects are major pests of both natural and plantation forests in the tropics. This book intends to provide a broad-based, international review of this subject at a level suitable for advanced students and practitioners. It describes the ecology and biology of the insects with special reference to the economic damage they cause to trees. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: KNAL; TVP; TVQ; TVR. Dimension: 249 x 170 x 28. Weight: 1080.
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 376
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936365
- ISBN
- 9781845936365
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
When relations are facilitated by communication technologies such as e-business, food supply networks can improve efficiency, flexibility and effectiveness. This title features chapters that discuss trust-building methods for food networks in an e-business environment. Editor(s): Canavari, Maurizio; Fritz, M.; Schiefer, G. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: KJE; KNDF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172. .
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936396
- ISBN
- 9781845936396
Condition: New
€ 82.78
€ 82.78
Rubber is an economically important material that occurs naturally and can be produced synthetically. Many advances have been made in the understanding of the cultivation and biology of the rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. This book covers the essential elements of rubber breeding and physiology. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNAL; TVR; TVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 172 x 21. Weight in Grams: 714. 240 pages, Illustrations, maps. Rubber is an economically important material that occurs naturally and can be produced synthetically. Many advances have been made in the understanding of the cultivation and biology of the rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. This book covers the essential elements of rubber breeding and physiology. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: KNAL; TVR; TVS. Dimension: 249 x 172 x 21. Weight: 714.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936662
- ISBN
- 9781845936662
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
Providing a range of case studies in sustainable tourism planning, this work takes a comparative approach relating to different economic, political and temporal dimensions. Emphasising on sustainability, it is suitable for tourism planners, researchers and students. Num Pages: 360 pages, 120 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 247 x 177 x 26. Weight in Grams: 966. International Case Studies. 360 pages, 120 illustrations. Providing a range of case studies in sustainable tourism planning, this work takes a comparative approach relating to different economic, political and temporal dimensions. Emphasising on sustainability, it is suitable for tourism planners, researchers and students. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: KNSG. Dimension: 247 x 177 x 26. Weight: 966.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845937423
- ISBN
- 9781845937423
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
Based on the 2010 conference 'Towards the establishment of genetic reserves for crop wild relatives and landraces in Europe', this book discusses agrobiodiversity conservation. Considering the benefits of understanding and preserving crop wild relatives and landraces, it covers such issues as habitat protection, ecosystem health and food security. Editor(s): Maxted, Nigel; Dulloo, M. Ehsan; Ford-Lloyd, Brian V.; Iriondo, Jose M.; Carvalho, M. A. A. Pinheiro de. Num Pages: 392 pages, 71 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; PST; RNK; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 251 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1022.
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938512
- ISBN
- 9781845938512
Condition: New
€ 147.38
€ 147.38
Frameworks are the foundation of good scholarship. They structure, organize and communicate research, underpin individual studies and shape the field of study as a whole. This book introduces students to the concept of frameworks in tourism research and provides a review, discussion and critique of frameworks. Num Pages: 224 pages, 73 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 251 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 672. 224 pages, 73 illustrations. Frameworks are the foundation of good scholarship. They structure, organize and communicate research, underpin individual studies and shape the field of study as a whole. This book introduces students to the concept of frameworks in tourism research and provides a review, discussion and critique of frameworks. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: KNSG. Dimension: 251 x 178 x 19. Weight: 680.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938987
- ISBN
- 9781845938987
Condition: New
€ 118.55
€ 118.55
An Australian Case Study. 240 pages, Illustrationsstrations. Australia's agricultural system has developed from almost non-existence 220 years ago to one of the most advanced and efficient in today's world. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: KNAC. Dimension: 248 x 177 x 19. Weight: 704.
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845939458
- ISBN
- 9781845939458
Condition: New
€ 118.55
€ 118.55
Series: Cornell Studies in Industrial & Labor Relations. Num Pages: 352 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KNXB2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Publisher
- New York
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801438530
- ISBN
- 9780801438530
Condition: New
€ 89.80
€ 89.80
Nautical tourism is an exceptionally profitable industry which continues to grow rapidly in scope and economic status. Covering world nautical tourism in detail, this book includes sailing, yachting, cruising, diving, harbour-side developments, coastal water sports, port tours and marine heritage destinations. Editor(s): Lukovic, Tihomir. Num Pages: 240 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNSG. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 243 x 177 x 24. Weight in Grams: 732.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780642444
- ISBN
- 9781780642444
Condition: New
€ 210.71
€ 210.71
The political significance, scientific interest and outstanding natural beauty of the cold, exotic Polar regions are enticing more and more curious travellers to venture to these remote locations in search of unique experiences and recreational activities. Editor(s): Snyder, J.M.; Stonehouse, Bernard. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1QMP; KNSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 252 x 181 x 26. Weight in Grams: 908.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932473
- ISBN
- 9781845932473
Condition: New
€ 124.70
€ 124.70
According to the Resource Allocation Theory, an individual's genetic potential can only be realized in an environment in which essential food resources are adequately supplied. This book describes resource allocation patterns in natural populations, the costs, preferences and trade-offs of maintenance, growth, reproduction and immune function. Editor(s): Rauw, W.M. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; PSV; TVB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 247 x 177 x 32. Weight in Grams: 932.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845933944
- ISBN
- 9781845933944
Condition: New
€ 147.70
€ 147.70
A collection of essays from scholars evaluating tourism as a means of simulating economic growth and fighting economic inequalities in poor countries. It takes a look at the successes and failures of tourism in this role, and considers why tourism as a catalyst for economic development can be a controversial device. Editor(s): Burns, P.; Novelli, Marina. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 252 x 171 x 25. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934255
- ISBN
- 9781845934255
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
Rangeland Degradation and Recovery in China's Pastoral Lands
. Ed(S): Squires, Victor; Lu, Xiaobo; Wang, T...
Addressing the issues of greater climate extremes in the future, this book discusses both new approaches and past successes and failures in order to provide the necessary insight to develop sustainable rangeland management strategies, drawing on regional case studies and lessons learned from Australia, Canada and the USA. Editor(s): Squires, Victor; Lu, Xiaobo; Wang, T.; Lu, Q.; Yang, Y. Num Pages: 280 pages, 77 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KNAC; RNF; TQD; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 246 x 177 x 28. Weight in Grams: 792.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934965
- ISBN
- 9781845934965
Condition: New
€ 147.70
€ 147.70
Tourism is used as a main instrument of nation building in many postcolonial countries such as Namibia, South Africa, Botswana and Madagascar. Using case studies from these areas, this book examines the strategic objectives for tourism growth and how nationally-set objectives work at the grassroots level. Editor(s): Hottola, Petri. Num Pages: 248 pages, 21 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; KNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 250 x 171 x 25. Weight in Grams: 718.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935085
- ISBN
- 9781845935085
Condition: New
€ 118.30
€ 118.30
Using river basin case studies in a variety of contexts, this book provides an overview of how societies have gradually developed their water resources and furthers our understanding of how such resources can be managed successfully or unsuccessfully. Editor(s): Molle, Francois; Wester, P. Series: Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture Series. Num Pages: 328 pages, 71 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; RBKF; RNF; TVDR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 172 x 31. Weight in Grams: 894.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935382
- ISBN
- 9781845935382
Condition: New
€ 147.38
€ 147.38
The Next Rural Economies. Constructing Rural Place in Global Economies...
. Ed(S): Halseth, Greg; Markey, Sean P.; Bruc...
Discusses the future of rural development and the recognition of the importance of 'place-based economies'. This title includes topics such as seasonal economies, amenity migration, IT industries, green energy, and transportation developments. Editor(s): Halseth, Greg; Markey, Sean P.; Bruce, David. Num Pages: 320 pages, 60 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSF; KCM; KNAC; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 22. Weight in Grams: 834.
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935818
- ISBN
- 9781845935818
Condition: New
€ 134.14
€ 134.14
- Publisher
- United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938277
- ISBN
- 9781845938277
Condition: New
€ 59.08
€ 59.08
- Publisher
- United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845939991
- ISBN
- 9781845939991
Condition: New
€ 82.60
€ 82.60
Paperback. Num Pages: 462 pages. BIC Classification: KNAC; TVF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 28. Weight in Grams: 772.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Acres USA
- Edition
- 3rd Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780911311747
- ISBN
- 9780911311747
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.20
€ 36.20
Series: Series on Industrial & Systems Engineering. Num Pages: 204 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KN; TBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 157 x 233 x 18. Weight in Grams: 506.
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Singapore
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789812565297
- ISBN
- 9789812565297
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 99.14
€ 99.14