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Agriculture & farming

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Agriculture & farming

Hardback. Presents progress on somatic embryogenesis and its prospects for potential application to improving woody plants. This work is divided into 3 sections covering topics such as historical insights into some contemporary problems in somatic embryogenesis (SE) and applications of SE for the improvement of tropical fruit trees. Editor(s): Jain, S. Mohan; Gupta, P. K.; Newton, Ronald J. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 758 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDN; PSTL; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1238.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
758
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792364191
ISBN
9780792364191
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 358.68

Hardback. Covering aspects of plant molecular biology that are relevant to the improvement of woody plants, this volume covers general aspects of the technology of gene transfer plants and several examples of the current status of the applications of the techniques of molecular biology to woody species. Editor(s): Jain, Mohan; Minocha, Subhash C. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 527 pages, 48 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAK; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 917.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
527
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792362418
ISBN
9780792362418
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 241.80

Hardback. Contains the proceedings of an international symposium on the durability of disease resistance in plants. Topics covered range from the analysis of some of the world's most important pathosystems, to the genetic variation in pathogen populations and the variation in the hosts. Editor(s): Jacobs, T.; Parlevliet, J. E. Series: Current Plant Science and Biotechnology in Agriculture. Num Pages: 375 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 730.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
375
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792323143
ISBN
9780792323143
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 192.43

hardcover. Examines the interactions between forestry and environmental change, from a social, economic, and political perspective. This book presents insights into topics such as the influence of forest reserves on timber prices, the relationship between forestry and aboriginal populations, and the issues facing forests in transition countries. Editor(s): Innes, J. L.; Hickey, G. (University of British Columbia, Canada); Hoen, H. F. (Agricultural University of Norway). Series: IUFRO Research S. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KNAL; RGBL; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 662.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
SKU
V9780851990026
ISBN
9780851990026
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 109.68

Hardback. Presents an overview of the tree physiology research within the European tree physiology Eurosilva network. Editor(s): Huttunen, Satu; Jarvis, Paul; Heikkila, Hannele (Thule Institute, University of Oulu, Finland); Sundberg, Bjorn; Bucher, Jurg; Matyssek, Rainer. Series: Tree Physiology. Num Pages: 262 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; 3JJPR; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 565.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
262
Condition
New
SKU
V9781402000232
ISBN
9781402000232
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 190.49

Hardback. Summarises the result of an interdisciplinary research programme entitled 'Rehabilitation of the Atmosphere of the New States of Germany - Effects on Terrestrial Ecosystems'. Editor(s): Huttl, R. F.; Bellmann, Klaus. Series: Nutrients in Ecosystems. Num Pages: 325 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DFG; PSAF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 647.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
325
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792357131
ISBN
9780792357131
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 186.51

Hardback. Government subsidized crop insurance has been used by a number of developed countries as a mechanism to reduce farm income instability by reducing yield risks. This book provides an in-depth analysis and evaluation of government provided crop insurance in developed countries. Editor(s): Hueth, Darrell L.; Furtan, William H. Series: Natural Resource Management and Policy. Num Pages: 394 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC; KFFN; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 735.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
394
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792394358
ISBN
9780792394358
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 239.59

hardcover. Focuses on the challenges people face in managing agricultural crops, aquaculture, fisheries and related ecosystems in inland areas of coastal zones in the tropics of Asia, Africa, Australia and South America. This book discusses the nature of the conflicts and identifies what is known and not known about how to manage them. Editor(s): Hoanh, C. T.; Tuong, T. P.; Gowing, J. W. (University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK); Hardy, B. Series: Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: RNP; TVB; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 885.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Cabi United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845931070
ISBN
9781845931070
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 229.08

Hardback. Editor(s): Hincha, Dirk K.; Zuther, Ellen. Series: Methods in Molecular Biology. Num Pages: 282 pages, 26 black & white illustrations, 49 colour illustrations, 5 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: PST; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 262 x 183 x 17. Weight in Grams: 680.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Humana Press Inc. United States
Number of pages
282
Condition
New
SKU
V9781493908431
ISBN
9781493908431
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 123.87

hardcover. Cassava is a major tropical tuber crop found throughout the tropics (India, Africa and Latin America). This text covers all aspects of cassava biology, production and utilization. It is a comprehensive research level overview of this crop. Editor(s): Hillocks, R.J.; Thresh, J.M.; Bellotti, A.C.; Belloti, A. (Centro International de Agricultura Tropical (CIAT) Colombia). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PST; TVB; TVK; TVQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 907.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
Publication date
2002
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851995243
ISBN
9780851995243
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 174.82

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

€ 152.23

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

€ 145.58

Hardback. The commercial value of cereals is dependent on how suitable the grain is for use in consumer products. This is in turn dependent on the functional and nutritional quality of the grain. This work brings together information on the biochemical constituents of the major cereal species, and how the composition of grain affects quality. Editor(s): Henry, Robert J.; Kettlewell, P. Num Pages: 488 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVKC; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 885.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
488
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412611803
ISBN
9780412611803
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 247.69

hardcover. Comprises eighteen papers, dealing with the application of economics in forest resource management, wood processing industry and the forest products markets. Many different analytical methods are represented, for example, deterministic and stochastic analysis, single and multi-objective decision making, discounting, simulation, and more. Editor(s): Helles, Finn; Strange, N.; Wichmann, Lars. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNAL; RNF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 548.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Kluwer Boston Incorporated United States
Number of pages
260
Condition
New
Edition
2003rd Edition
SKU
V9781402011276
ISBN
9781402011276
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 186.31

Hardback. Covers plant breeding, which has arisen from courses on this subject taught at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute. This book contains information contributed by many major European experts and is suitable as a reference work for those concerned with plant breeding. Editor(s): Hayward, M.D.; Bosemark, N.O.; Romagosa, T. Series: Plant Breeding. Num Pages: 550 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1400.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
Number of pages
550
Condition
New
SKU
V9780412433900
ISBN
9780412433900
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 360.35

hardcover. This text is a collection of reviews of global problems of diffuse water pollution from agriculture, which affects the water quality of rivers, lakes, resevoirs and the oceans. It is aimed at researchers and advanced level students as a reference book. Editor(s): Haygarth, P.; Jarvis, S. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: RBKF; TQSW; TVDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1247.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851995458
ISBN
9780851995458
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 203.48

Hardback. Report of an FAO/IAEA Technical Expert Meeting held in Rome, 13-15 March 2001 Editor(s): Hardarson, Gudni; Broughton, William J. Series: Developments in Plant and Soil Sciences. Num Pages: 236 pages, 15 black & white illustrations, 9 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; RBGB; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 15. Weight in Grams: 724.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
236
Condition
New
SKU
V9781402012372
ISBN
9781402012372
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 187.17

Hardback. Economic assessment of sustainable agricultural practices has continued to mature and to add to our understanding of how we might design policies to ensure an adequate and diverse food supply. This volume presents some of the developments and applications in this field; and also provides a comprehensive treatment of topics. Editor(s): Hall, Darwin C.; Moffitt, L. Joe. Series: Advances in the Economics of Environmental Resources S. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KNAC; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
Number of pages
292
Condition
New
SKU
V9780762308507
ISBN
9780762308507
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 195.40

Hardback. Proceedings of the Live Food and Marine Larviculture Symposium held in Nagasaki, Japan, September 1-4, 1996 Editor(s): Hagiwara, Atsushi; Snell, Terry W. (School of Biology, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, USA); Lubzens, Esther (Israel Oceanographic Limnologic Research); Tamaru, C. S. (School of Ocean Earth Science and Technology, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, USA). Series: Developments in Hydrobiology. Num Pages: 328 pages, 129 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 20. Weight in Grams: 821.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Edition
Reprinted from HYDROBIOLOGIA, 1998
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792349709
ISBN
9780792349709
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 188.74

hardcover. Editor(s): Grewal, P. S. (Ohio State University, USA); Ehlers, R-U. (Christian-Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany); Shapiro-Ilan, D. I. (United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service). Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations, 1 port. BIC Classification: TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1284.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851990170
ISBN
9780851990170
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 174.82

Hardback. The International Symposium on Plant Production in Closed Ecosystems held in Narita, Japan, August 26-29, 1996 Editor(s): Goto, E.; Kurata, K.; Hayashi, M.; Sase, S. (National Research Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Japan). Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PST; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
344
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792344179
ISBN
9780792344179
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 244.55

Hardback. The Encyclopedia of Agrophysics offers up-to-date information on the physical properties and processes affecting the quality of the environment and plant production. It presents more than 250 informative articles and 400 glossary terms. Editor(s): Glinski, Jan; Horabik, Jozef; Lipiec, Jerzy. Series: Encyclopedia of Earth Sciences Series. Num Pages: 1028 pages, 253 black & white illustrations, 168 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RG; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 210 x 48. Weight in Grams: 3175.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Springer Netherlands
Edition
2011
Number of pages
1028
Condition
New
SKU
V9789048135844
ISBN
9789048135844
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 633.67

Paperback. Editor(s): Glaser, Bruno; Woods, William I. (University of Southern Illinois, USA). Num Pages: 216 pages, 67 black & white illustrations, 2 colour illustrations, 36 black & white tables, biograph. BIC Classification: PSTS; PSXE; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 367.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Edition
Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2004
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
SKU
V9783642056406
ISBN
9783642056406
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 121.57

Paperback. Editor(s): Gildemacher, Peter; Mur, Remco. Num Pages: 184 pages, colour photos, tables & charts. BIC Classification: TVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 240 x 14. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
KIT Publishers Netherlands
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9789460222337
ISBN
9789460222337
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 25.21

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