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Agriculture & farming
Bred for Perfection provides the historical context in which this system arose, adding to our understanding of how domestication works and how our welfare-since the dawn of time-has been intertwined with the lives of animals. Series: Animals, History, Culture. Num Pages: 216 pages, 16, 16 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: HBT; JFFZ; PDX; TVHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 237 x 163 x 23. Weight in Grams: 452.
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 216
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801873447
- ISBN
- 9780801873447
Condition: New
€ 50.16€ 47.05
€ 50.16
€ 47.05
Hardback. With contributions from the key scientists working on rice in Africa, this book addresses policy, genetic diversity and improvement, sustainable productivity enhancement, innovations and value chains. It is suitable for researchers, policy makers, agricultural ministries, donors, and regional and sub-regional organizations. Editor(s): Wopereis, M. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour). BIC Classification: 1H; TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 249 x 176 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1226.
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938123
- ISBN
- 9781845938123
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.09
€ 167.09
Paperback. Begins with the emergence of agriculture after thousands of years in which human societies had depended on hunting and gathering. This title shows how agricultural techniques developed in the different regions of the world, and how this extraordinary wealth of knowledge, tradition, and natural variety is endangered by global capitalism. Num Pages: 522 pages, Maps, figures, tables, index. BIC Classification: JFFC1; KCZ; TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 164 x 36. Weight in Grams: 758.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 512
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844073993
- ISBN
- 9781844073993
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 50.85
€ 50.85
Hardcover. Editor(s): Lucas-Borja, Manuel. Num Pages: 187 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QRM; RGBL; RNF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 257 x 177 x 18. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 187
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781624178689
- ISBN
- 9781624178689
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.14€ 137.74
€ 197.14
€ 137.74
Hardcover. Food production and population growth are inextricably linked. Remarkable progress in production and productivity of major food staples has been achieved, and the addition of valuable new technologies such as bioinformatics and biofortification are important to continue to produce nutrient-filled crops for the growing world population. Num Pages: 438 pages, 160 illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 264 x 186 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1200.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813818351
- ISBN
- 9780813818351
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 274.98
€ 274.98
Hardback. Looks at the relationship of fish to the food they eat, their growth and responses to the environment. The physiology and nutrition of fish are examined from an energetic standpoint, with the environmental influences upon feeding and growth being emphasized. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 324 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412580901
- ISBN
- 9780412580901
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.97
€ 257.97
Paperback. Provides an introduction to the biology of fishes, covering basic diversity, biology and physiology. This book focuses on the environmental aspects relating to fish biology. It is suitable for students and individuals in fish biology, fisheries, aquaculture and environmental sciences. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 470 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1460.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 470
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412580802
- ISBN
- 9780412580802
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 135.60
€ 135.60
Hardcover. Efforts to increase efficient nutrient use by crops are of growing importance as the global demand for food, fibre and fuel increases and competition for resources intensifies. This book provides both a timely summary of the latest advances in the field as well as anticipating directions for future research. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 193 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1278.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813819921
- ISBN
- 9780813819921
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 222.49
€ 222.49
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- CARNEGIE PUBLISHING LTD
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781874181934
- ISBN
- 9781874181934
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 7.45
€ 7.45
Paperback. Aquaculture has consolidated its position as an important means of producing food and as a contributor to global food security. Cage aquaculture too has continued to expand apace. Series: Fishing News Books. Num Pages: 376 pages, 124 illustrations. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 173 x 25. Weight in Grams: 824.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 376
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405108423
- ISBN
- 9781405108423
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 178.06
€ 178.06
Hardcover. Bioenergy Feedstocks: Breeding and Genetics is a timely collection of the latest advances from large scale research efforts on the breeding and genetic improvement of a number of key crops that show excellent potential as sources of biomass. Editor(s): Saha, Malay; Bhandhari, Hem S.; Bouton, Joseph C. Num Pages: 300 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: PS; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 173 x 17. Weight in Grams: 720.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 300
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470960332
- ISBN
- 9780470960332
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 235.96
€ 235.96
Hardback. This book describes entomopathogenic and slug parasitic nematodes as potential biocontrol agents in crop insect and slug pest management. Editor(s): Abd-Elgawad, Mahfouz M. M.; Askary, Tarique Hassan; Coupland, James. BIC Classification: TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172. .
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781786390004
- ISBN
- 9781786390004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 202.24
€ 202.24
Hardcover. Num Pages: 304 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: TVDR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 265 x 189 x 24. Weight in Grams: 892.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781604561593
- ISBN
- 9781604561593
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 233.31€ 159.66
€ 233.31
€ 159.66
Paperback. A reference on raising, caring for, and marketing meat goats. It gives caprine producers the information they need to start a meat-goat business or expand their operation. Num Pages: 344 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 153 x 21. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Workman Publishing United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781603425827
- ISBN
- 9781603425827
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.99€ 16.50
€ 21.99
€ 16.50
Hardcover. Editor(s): Gibson, Maggie. Num Pages: 94 pages. BIC Classification: TQK; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 232 x 12. Weight in Grams: 286.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Nova Science Pub Inc
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634631778
- ISBN
- 9781634631778
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 191.31€ 131.49
€ 191.31
€ 131.49
Paperback. Num Pages: 102 pages, tables & charts. BIC Classification: KNAF; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 146 x 8. Weight in Grams: 188.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 102
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608762187
- ISBN
- 9781608762187
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 72.32€ 51.93
€ 72.32
€ 51.93
Paperback. Editor(s): Bowers, Madeline Rose. Num Pages: 55 pages. BIC Classification: TVG; TVKC. Dimension: 230 x 155. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Edition
- UK ed.
- Number of pages
- 55
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781634841672
- ISBN
- 9781634841672
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 99.15€ 76.71
€ 99.15
€ 76.71
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
€ 138.55
€ 138.55
Hardback. Provides a complete overview of this important group of coelenterates. This book deals with the physiological and ecological aspects of the jelly fish. Num Pages: 316 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1430.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 316
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412451102
- ISBN
- 9780412451102
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 291.56
€ 291.56
Hardcover. A comprehensive monograph on periphyton containing contributions by scientists from around the globe. It covers both basic and applied aspects of periphyton and provides an international review of periphyton ecology, exploitation and management. Editor(s): Azim, M. E. (Saitama University, Japan); Verdegem, M. C. J. (Wageningen University, The Netherlands); Van Dam, A. A. (UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education, Elft, The Netherlands); Beveridge, M. C. M. (Fisheries Research Services Freshwater Laboratory, Scotland, UK). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSG; PSPF; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 171 x 28. Weight in Grams: 888.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851990965
- ISBN
- 9780851990965
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 159.10
€ 159.10