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Agronomy & crop production
Dates are an important fruit, especially in many African, Middle-Eastern and Asian countries. In recent years this fruit has gained significant importance in terms of global commerce. During the period 1990 2009, global production of dates saw an increase of 219% and this trend is expected to continue as per FAO projections. Editor(s): Siddiq, Muhammad. Num Pages: 326 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour). BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 177 x 22. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 328
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118292372
- ISBN
- 9781118292372
Condition: New
€ 201.30
€ 201.30
hardcover. This book is divided into three sections, dealing with: the technical background to desiccation tolerance studies; the frequency and levels of dehydration stress tolerance in biological systems; mechanisms of damage and tolerance. Editor(s): Black, M.; Pritchard, H. W. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTD; PSTL; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1134.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995342
- ISBN
- 9780851995342
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 177.14
€ 177.14
336 pages, 17 illustrations. Disease resistance is one of the major factors that can be improved to sustain yield potential in cultivated crops. This book looks at disease resistance in wheat, concentrating on all the economically important diseases - their economic impact and geographical spread, breeding for resistance, pathogen variability, and resistance mechanisms. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSTP; TVK. Dimension: 250 x 180 x 25. Weight: 916.
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938185
- ISBN
- 9781845938185
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 147.12
€ 147.12
hardcover. Globally, tropical fruit production is increasing as demand increases in Northern temperate markets. This text offers a comprehensive review of diseases of important tropical and subtropical fruit crops. Editor(s): Ploetz, R.C. Num Pages: 544 pages, colour pl. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVK; TVQ; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1461.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 544
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851993904
- ISBN
- 9780851993904
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 394.56
€ 394.56
Hardcover. This illustrated handbook provides clear, concise descriptions of the symptoms and cycles of diseases and disorders, and the pests that commonly prey on potato crops, their distribution and importance, and advice on their control. Num Pages: 176 pages, 250 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 272 x 201 x 13. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Publisher
- Manson Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781840760217
- ISBN
- 9781840760217
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 135.76
€ 135.76
Hardcover. This book is an essential resource for scientists, processors, and nutritionists seeking a contemporary source of information that brings together current knowledge and practices in the value chain of dry beans production, processing, and nutrition. Editor(s): Siddiq, Muhammad; Uebersax, Mark A. Num Pages: 408 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TDCT; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 181 x 24. Weight in Grams: 960.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813823874
- ISBN
- 9780813823874
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 250.08
€ 250.08
Hardback. Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics have been introduced in modelling and simulation of drying and storage systems, these techniques are expected to dominate the future research and development of drying and storages, and should reduce losses and improve the quality of agricultural products, enhancing food security globally. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 171 x 21. Weight in Grams: 832.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781119124238
- ISBN
- 9781119124238
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 211.95
€ 211.95
Paperback. This text is a comprehensive scientific volume on this "king of tropical fruit". It provides information on the biology, propagation and use of durian, and descriptions of the scientific basis of production practices and orchard management, as well as post-harvest processing. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations(some col.), maps. BIC Classification: TVK; TVQ; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 255 x 188 x 13. Weight in Grams: 476.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994963
- ISBN
- 9780851994963
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 138.06
€ 138.06
Paperback. Num Pages: 71 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: TVF; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 217 x 143 x 6. Weight in Grams: 126.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 71
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781611225808
- ISBN
- 9781611225808
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.08€ 44.62
€ 63.08
€ 44.62
Hardcover. This book will provide the most up-to-date information on mushroom science, compiling knowledge on both the production, application and nutritional effects of mushrooms. It will bring together the top global researchers in this field. Num Pages: 584 pages. BIC Classification: PSQ; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 584
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9781119149415
- ISBN
- 9781119149415
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 223.45
€ 223.45
hardcover. Pressure from conservationists and increasing regulation, means that environmental considerations are increasingly important for the sugar industry. This book examines the environmental impacts of the sugar industry in relation to the cultivation of sugar crops (cane and beet) and the processing of the raw materials that they yield. Num Pages: 272 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RN; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851999814
- ISBN
- 9780851999814
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 232.38
€ 232.38
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Modified Organisms
. Ed(S): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, David A.
hardcover. Using a case study of Bt maize in Kenya, this book explores the environmental impacts of transgenic plants and the methods used to evaluate these impacts. It draws out general risk assessment guidelines, and demonstrates the need for case-by-case analysis. It's findings and recommendations are applicable to a multitude of nations and GM crops. Editor(s): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, David A. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: 1HFGK; RNP; TVKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 735.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851998619
- ISBN
- 9780851998619
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 153.11
€ 153.11
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Modified Organisms
. Ed(S): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, D. A.; Fontes, E...
hardcover. Focuses on transgenic cotton that is resistant to insect pests in Brazil, and addresses both environmental and agricultural impacts. This book draws out general risk assessment guidelines, and demonstrates the need for case-by-case analysis. Editor(s): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, D. A.; Fontes, E. M. G. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: PSVT7; TCBG; TVK; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 953.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781845930004
- ISBN
- 9781845930004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 146.42
€ 146.42
Paperback. Num Pages: 270 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: FA; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 136 x 17. Weight in Grams: 200.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780062510259
- ISBN
- 9780062510259
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 19.57
€ 21.99
€ 19.57
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
€ 781.06
€ 781.06
Farmers, Scientists and Plant Breeding: Integrating Knowledge and Prac...
. Ed(S): Cleveland, D.A.; Soleri, D.
hardcover. The purpose of this book is to examine the nature of and relationship between the knowledge of farmers and of scientists, and how these can be best integrated in plant breeding. Editor(s): Cleveland, D.A.; Soleri, D. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PST; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995854
- ISBN
- 9780851995854
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 289.41
€ 289.41
Hardback. Fertilizers are key for meeting the world's demands for food, fiber, and fuel. Num Pages: 880 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 284 x 223 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1998.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 880
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470410349
- ISBN
- 9780470410349
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 544.73
€ 544.73
Hardcover. Editor(s): Elsworth, Langdon R.; Paley, Walter O. Num Pages: 268 pages, tables, charts & photos. BIC Classification: TVKF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 264 x 179 x 25. Weight in Grams: 732.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 268
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781604564839
- ISBN
- 9781604564839
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.94€ 140.74
€ 205.94
€ 140.74
Hardback. Editor(s): Lopez-Valdez, Fernando; Fernandez-Luqueno, Fabian. Num Pages: 325 pages. BIC Classification: TDC; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 183 x 257 x 23. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781633210516
- ISBN
- 9781633210516
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 264.27€ 176.88
€ 264.27
€ 176.88
Paperback. Profusely illustrated with 415 color photographs, line drawings, and distribution maps, this practical guide describes 70 of the most common central North American grasses within the states of Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. Num Pages: 256 pages, colour illustrations, maps, frontispiece. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 140 x 18. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University Press of Kansas
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780700619450
- ISBN
- 9780700619450
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 28.18
€ 30.99
€ 28.18