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Agricultural science

Paperback. Drawing on historical and scientific accounts, as well as a rich trove of anecdotes, this title shows how scientists, amateur breeders, and countless anonymous farmers and gardeners slowly caused the evolutionary pressures of nature to be supplanted by those of human needs. Num Pages: 512 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TVB; TVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 30. Weight in Grams: 686. The History and Science of Plant Breeding. 512 pages. Drawing on historical and scientific accounts, as well as a rich trove of anecdotes, this title shows how scientists, amateur breeders, and countless anonymous farmers and gardeners slowly caused the evolutionary pressures of nature to be supplanted by those of human needs. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: TVB; TVS. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 30. Weight: 682.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226437132
ISBN
9780226437132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 21.12

Paperback. Num Pages: 192 pages, 25 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; KFFR; TVB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2021
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
5th Edition
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138678057
ISBN
9781138678057
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.39

Paperback. John Humphrys' is a top political commentator and the voice of Radio 4's Today programme. The Great Food Gamble raises enormous questions and is indeed a manifesto for change. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; KNAC; RNC; TVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 129 x 20. Weight in Grams: 224. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear
Publication date
2002
Condition
Used, Very Good
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
SKU
KKD0001960
ISBN
9780340770467
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Hardback. This new edition provides an important update on tree-crop interactions over the last two decades. Editor(s): Ong, Chin K.; Black, Colin R.; Wilson, Julia. Num Pages: 352 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNU; TVB; TVF; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 251 x 26. Weight in Grams: 972.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780645117
ISBN
9781780645117
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.96

Paperback. A real-world assessment of Fair Trade's effectiveness. Drawing upon anthropological studies of a variety of regions and commodity systems including Darjeeling tea, coffee, crafts, and cut flowers, this title uses ethnographic case studies to assess whether the Fair Trade Movement is actually achieving its goals. Editor(s): Lyon, Sarah; Moberg, Mark. Num Pages: 320 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables. BIC Classification: JHMC; KCM; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
NYU Press
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780814796214
ISBN
9780814796214
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 30.86

Paperback. Outlines a viable alternative to current agricultural practices which conserves resources, maintains rural employment and minimizes costs without loss of productivity. Using case studies from industrialized and developing nations, the text describes the technical and policy options available. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 216 x 135 x 0. Weight in Grams: 600. Very good copy with light shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Earthscan
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KCW0012450
ISBN
9781853831980
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 3JJ; PSAJ; PSTL; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 239 x 24. Weight in Grams: 538.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226390086
ISBN
9780226390086
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.93
€ 78.78

Hardback. Using economic models and empirical analysis, this title examines a range of agricultural and biofuel policy issues with regard to their effects on American agricultural and agrarian insurance markets. Editor(s): Zivin, Joshua S. Graff; Perloff, Jeffrey M. Series: National Bureau of Economic Research Conference Report. Num Pages: 312 pages, 47 line drawings, 56 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCN; TCB; TVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 522.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226988030
ISBN
9780226988030
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.48
€ 96.38

Hardback. Examines the cultural conditions that brought agriculture and science together in nineteenth-century America. This book shows how and why agrarian Americans - yeoman farmers, gentleman planters, politicians, and policy makers alike - accepted, resisted, and shaped scientific ways of knowing the land. Series: Yale Agrarian Studies Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 29 black-&-white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; PDX; TVB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 210 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Yale University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300139235
ISBN
9780300139235
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 37.69

Hardcover. Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant breeding and genetics covering horticultural, agronomic and forestry crops, incorporating both traditional and molecular methods. The contributions are authored by world authorities, anonymously reviewed, and edited by Professor Jules Janick of Purdue University, USA. Editor(s): Janick, Jules. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 378 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, black & white tables, figures,. BIC Classification: PS; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 163 x 26. Weight in Grams: 672.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
Volume 34
Number of pages
378
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470875162
ISBN
9780470875162
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 304.31

Hardcover. The first volume of the new 4-volume reference set 'Analysis and Control Methods for Food and Agricultural Products' contains a wealth of practical information on applied food microbiology and food safety. It covers basic methods and procedures on specific microbes important to food industry, including new technology. Editor(s): Bourgeois, C. M.; Leveau, J. Y. Series: Analysis & Control Methods for Foods & Agricultural Products. Num Pages: 566 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TCB; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 233 x 160 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1050.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
Volume 3
Number of pages
566
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471186007
ISBN
9780471186007
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 481.43

Hardcover. Presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. The emphasis of the text is on methodology, a fundamental understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 396 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSTL; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 162 x 31. Weight in Grams: 842.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
Volume 15
Number of pages
396
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471189046
ISBN
9780471189046
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 392.29

Hardcover. Presents the latest information on applied topics in horticultural science. * Numerous essays provide easy, time-saving and cost-effective access to the primary literature. * Sponsored by the American Society of Horticultural Science. . Series: Horticultural Reviews. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TVB; TVS; WM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 163 x 31. Weight in Grams: 698.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
Volume 26
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471387893
ISBN
9780471387893
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 390.06

Hardcover. Presents reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of various types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. This title emphasises on methodology, a practical understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 304 pages, , black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TVB; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 180 x 21. Weight in Grams: 534.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
Volume 24
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471468929
ISBN
9780471468929
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 395.79

Paperback. This major revision of a bestselling text shows that soil is three--dimensional and dynamic. This concept is developed in the first two chapters and is built on throughout the book. Num Pages: 384 pages, glossary, index. BIC Classification: RBGB; TVB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 191 x 21. Weight in Grams: 706.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
8th
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471522799
ISBN
9780471522799
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 304.41

Hardcover. A review of current ideas on practising sustainable agriculture in temperate zones, with contributions from agricultural, biological, environmental and social scientists. Contributors discuss stewardship, biodiversity and reliance on mixed food systems. Editor(s): Francis, Charles A.; Flora, Cornelia Butler; King, Larry D. Num Pages: 512 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: KNAC; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 36. Weight in Grams: 902.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471622277
ISBN
9780471622277
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 325.75

Hardcover. The importance of understanding the metabolism of agrochemicals in plants has never been greater. In a world where food safety and environmental concerns are increasing, knowledge of the metabolic processes within plants and the terminal residues of agrochemicals in food crops is invaluable. Editor(s): Roberts, Terry. Series: Wiley Series in Agrochemicals & Plant Protection. Num Pages: 314 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PST; TVB; TVKF; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 167 x 23. Weight in Grams: 610.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
314
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471801504
ISBN
9780471801504
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 460.85

Hardcover. An introduction to the principles of plant and crop experimentation and the statistics used in the design and analysis of experiments, this work aims to give the plant and crop scientist an understanding of the commonly used experimental techniques and the practical problems associated with them. Num Pages: 346 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: PBT; PSTD; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 24. Weight in Grams: 718.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
346
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471899082
ISBN
9780471899082
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 318.21

Hardcover. ICARDA International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas Address: P.O. Box 5466, Aleppo, Syria Telex: 331206 ICARDA SY, 331208 ICARDA SY Fax: 963-21-213490 Established in 1977, ICARDA is governed by an independent Board of Trustees. Editor(s): Damania, A.B. Num Pages: 448 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TVB; TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 245 x 179 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1096.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471941378
ISBN
9780471941378
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 770.18

Hardcover. While not all metals in Soil----plant systems are inherently toxic, particularly in low concentrations, there is an increasing incidence of metal pollution from aerial fallout, spoils, wastes and agricultural amendments including sewage sludge. Editor(s): Ross, Sheila M. Num Pages: 484 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSBT; PSV; RBGB; RNP; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 168 x 32. Weight in Grams: 846.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
484
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471942795
ISBN
9780471942795
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 594.42

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