Agronomy & crop production
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Agronomy & crop production
Hardcover. Offers a comprehensive examination of international potato production. This book discusses how potatoes are managed post harvest, the underlying science behind practices and the influences that can affect final quality. It also describes potato physiology, harvesting techniques and loading procedures as well as optimum storage conditions. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVD; TVK; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 178 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1136.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995021
- ISBN
- 9780851995021
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 154.24
€ 154.24
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
hardcover. Soil degradation and nutrient depletion have become serious threats to agricultural productivity in Africa. Soils cannot supply the quantities of nutrients required and yield levels decline rapidly once cropping commences. This book addresses these issues. Editor(s): Vanlauwe, B.; etc.; Diels, J. (International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Obadan, Nigeria); Sanginga, N. (International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Obadan, Nigeria); Merckz, R. (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium). Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1H; RBGB; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 816.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2002
- SKU
- V9780851995762
- ISBN
- 9780851995762
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.74
€ 161.74
hardcover. This is the second volume of a two-book set that provides a broad overview of nematology. This text addresses applied aspects of nematodes as parasites or disease vectors and the control of pest nematodes, while the first covers basic biology. Editor(s): Chen, Z.X.; Chen, S.Y.; Dickson, D.W. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT; TVK; TVP; TVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1250.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- SKU
- V9780851996462
- ISBN
- 9780851996462
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.62
€ 161.62
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 900
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851997230
- ISBN
- 9780851997230
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 321.41
€ 321.41
hardcover. Presents a compilation of studies of consumer acceptance of GM foods. These studies utilized different methods and evidence including: price and expenditure data; experimental methods; willingness to pay; consumer attitudes; and economic consequences. Editor(s): Evenson, Robert E.; Santaniello, V. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFT; TVK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 646.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851997476
- ISBN
- 9780851997476
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.73
€ 139.73
hardcover. The conservation of genetic resources is vital to the maintenance of biodiversity and to the world's ability to feed its growing population. There are now more than a thousand genebanks worldwide involved in the ex situ (meaning "away from the source") storage of particular classes of crops. Editor(s): Koo, B.; Pardey, P. G.; Wright, B. D. Num Pages: 232 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851998596
- ISBN
- 9780851998596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 110.31
€ 110.31
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
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 632
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845933869
- ISBN
- 9781845933869
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 218.64
€ 218.64
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934873
- ISBN
- 9781845934873
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 161.62
€ 161.62
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845935306
- ISBN
- 9781845935306
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 147.49
€ 147.49
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936167
- ISBN
- 9781845936167
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 190.67
€ 190.67
Hardcover. 320 pages, 50 illustrations. Editor(s): Reynolds, M.P. Trends in population growth suggest that global food production is unlikely to satisfy future demand under predicted climate change scenarios unless rates of crop improvement are accelerated. This book provides an overview of the essential disciplines required for sustainable crop production in unpredictable environments. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: RNPG; TVK. Dimension: 254 x 181 x 24. Weight: 858.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936334
- ISBN
- 9781845936334
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.74
€ 140.74
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936440
- ISBN
- 9781845936440
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 190.67
€ 190.67
Hardcover. 224 pages, 25 illustrations. Editor(s): Araus, Jose Luis; Slafer, Gustavo A. Climate change is a diverse, multifactorial phenomenon, meaning that the agronomic strategies needed are case-specific and may have regional differences. This book provides an integrated view of the challenges and opportunities that face agriculture as a result of climate change. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PST; TVK. Dimension: 251 x 178 x 19. Weight: 670.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845936808
- ISBN
- 9781845936808
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.39
€ 118.39
Hardcover. 216 pages, Illustrations. With practical coverage of the principles of producing seeds for the main agricultural crops, this book emphasises producing optimal quality seed, and applies to small and large scale farms worldwide. It covers cereals such as wheat, rice, barley, rye and maize along with pulses, legumes, oil seed rape and soybean. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: TVK. Dimension: 249 x 172 x 19. Weight: 652.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- CABI
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938192
- ISBN
- 9781845938192
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 104.38
€ 104.38
Hardcover. An International Perspective. 392 pages, 72 illustrations. Editor(s): Fugile, K. O.; Ball, V. Eldon; Wang, Sun Ling. Increasing food prices have renewed concerns about long-term agricultural demand and supply in the global economy. This book looks at results, methods, and data on international agricultural productivity for a better understanding of long-run trends and the policies that determine them. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: KNAC; TVB; TVK. Dimension: 249 x 176 x 27. Weight: 1008.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- CABI
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845939212
- ISBN
- 9781845939212
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 147.49
€ 147.49
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
€ 25.99€ 19.57
€ 25.99
€ 19.57
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
€ 541.34
€ 541.34