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Agriculture & farming
Long Distance Transport and Welfare of Farm Animals
. Ed(S): Turner, J; Appleby, M.C.; Cussen, V....
Brings together studies from several animal scientists and researchers to review the implications and necessity of long distance animal transport for slaughter. This title combines reports on regional practices with discussions of the science, economics, legislation and procedures involved in this practice. Editor(s): Turner, J; Appleby, M.C.; Cussen, V.; Garces, L.; Lambert, L. A.; Turner, J. Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JFFZ; MZD; TVH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 173 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1192.
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845934033
- ISBN
- 9781845934033
Condition: New
€ 223.80
€ 223.80
Innovations in Rural Extension: Case Studies from Bangladesh
. Ed(S): Van Mele, P.; Salahuddin, A.; Magor,...
paperback. This book examines approaches to extension and assesses their potential for replicability and scaling-up. It includes four thematic sections with people-centred case studies and a conclusion with practical applications of the transaction cost theory. Editor(s): Van Mele, P.; Salahuddin, A.; Magor, N. P. Num Pages: 320 pages, col. Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKB; RPG; TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 249 x 210 x 18. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851990286
- ISBN
- 9780851990286
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 111.45
€ 111.45
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
€ 159.95
€ 159.95
hardcover. Developed from a British Society of Animal Science meeting, held in September 2000, this book brings together the scientific disciplines involved in the pre- and post-weaning biology of the piglet. It concentrates on topics such as: growth/development, nutrition, immunology/health, ethology, and the physical environment. Editor(s): Varley, M.A.; Wiseman, Julian. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVD; PSVW7; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 771.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995328
- ISBN
- 9780851995328
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 157.90
€ 157.90
hardcover. Editor(s): Vidal, S.; Kuhlmann, U.; Edwards, C.R. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVKC; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851998176
- ISBN
- 9780851998176
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 173.03
€ 173.03
Evaluating Indirect Ecological Effects of Biological Control
. Ed(S): Wajnberg, E.; Scott, J.K. (Csiro, Mo...
Hardback. This text presents the key papers from the first International Organization for Biological Control Global symposium, held in Montpellier, France, October 1999. It addresses the issues and concerns involved in biological control and assesses the current status of evaluation of the ecological effect. Editor(s): Wajnberg, E.; Scott, J.K. (CSIRO, Montferrier-su-Lez, France); Quimby, P.C. (USDA-ARS-EBCL, Monpellier, France). Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAF; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851994536
- ISBN
- 9780851994536
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 144.08
€ 144.08
hardcover. Presents the classification of approximately 300 species of cycads, and includes contributions from leading researchers from Australia, China, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Thailand and the USA. The book provides guidelines for the designation of species, species boundaries and species groupings. Editor(s): Walters, T.; Osborne, R. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations, maps, ports. BIC Classification: PSAB; PST; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851997414
- ISBN
- 9780851997414
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 233.10
€ 233.10
hardcover. In response to concerns about animal welfare, food assurance schemes are now incorporating standards for animal welfare. This is particularly important in the poultry industry, where much attention has focused on the welfare of brollers (meat birds). Editor(s): Weeks, C. A.; Butterworth, A. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 907.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851998053
- ISBN
- 9780851998053
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.50
€ 137.50
Paperback. Focusing on pathobiology and protective strategies against protozoan and metazoan parasites of fish, this book reviews the research on important parasites: those that cause financial hardships to the aquaculture industry, and have been introduced to new geographical regions through transportation of infected fish. Editor(s): Woo, Patrick T. K.; Buchmann, Kurt. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSGH; TVT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 250 x 177 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1040. Pathobiology and Protection. 400 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Woo, Patrick T. K.; Buchmann, Kurt. Focusing on pathobiology and protective strategies against protozoan and metazoan parasites of fish, this book reviews the research on important parasites: those that cause financial hardships to the aquaculture industry, and have been introduced to new geographical regions through transportation of infected fish. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSGH; TVT. Dimension: 250 x 177 x 29. Weight: 1048.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845938062
- ISBN
- 9781845938062
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 146.61
€ 146.61
hardcover. Chickpea, an ancient crop of modern times is important in both developing and developed nations. This book contains information on various aspects of chickpea breeding and management. It covers topics such as integrated pest management and biotechnology applications. Editor(s): Yadav, Shyam Singh; Redden, R.; Chen, W.; Sharma, B. Num Pages: 638 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1592.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 638
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932138
- ISBN
- 9781845932138
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 326.12
€ 326.12
Multifunctional Land-Use Systems for Managing the Nexus of Environment...
. Ed(S): Zhang, Lulu; Schwarzel, Kai
Hardback. Editor(s): Zhang, Lulu; Schwarzel, Kai. Num Pages: 128 pages, 3 black & white illustrations, 31 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBGB; RNU; TVB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing AG Switzerland
- Edition
- 1st ed. 2017
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783319549569
- ISBN
- 9783319549569
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 113.66
€ 113.66
Hardcover. Editor(s): Muscolo, A.; Sidari, M. Num Pages: 205 pages, tables. BIC Classification: PST; RBGB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 237 x 159 x 19. Weight in Grams: 510.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 205
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781608762644
- ISBN
- 9781608762644
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 126.02€ 86.34
€ 126.02
€ 86.34
Paperback. Num Pages: 118 pages, b/w photos/illus. BIC Classification: BM; RNKH; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 141 x 8. Weight in Grams: 186.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- NeWest Press Canada
- Edition
- 1St Edition
- Number of pages
- 118
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781897126332
- ISBN
- 9781897126332
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 17.38
€ 24.99
€ 17.38
Hardcover. Historically at the mercy of everything from war to weather, the price of sugar has always been extremely volatile. This book explores the broad scope of the sugar market, providing a global tour of the international sugar trade in all its intricacy. It also includes topics ranging from cultivation and refinement to importing and exporting. Series: Wiley Trading. Num Pages: 246 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; KCLT; KNAC; KNDF; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 168 x 21. Weight in Grams: 558.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471190547
- ISBN
- 9780471190547
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 230.96
€ 230.96
Hardcover. * Provides key information that will increase success in combating aquatic disease * Chapters contributed by renowned international experts * Important reference for all concerned about protecting aquaculture from the impacts of aquatic animal disease. Num Pages: 182 pages, 16 illustrations. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 263 x 185 x 14. Weight in Grams: 589.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813805399
- ISBN
- 9780813805399
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.59
€ 205.59
Hardback. This book assesses the latest trends in the adoption of conservation agriculture. Focusing on the most recent technologies to improve agricultural resilience to climate change, as well as increase profitability and sustainability, it takes a continental and sub-regional approach to African agriculture. Editor(s): Friedrich, Theodor; Mkomwa, Saidi; Kassam, Amir H. Num Pages: 278 pages. BIC Classification: 1H; RNKH; TVF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 181 x 251 x 2. Weight in Grams: 890.
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781780645681
- ISBN
- 9781780645681
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.27
€ 132.27
Paperback. The most complete text and reference on contemporary beef cattle production available. New edition merges current production technology with management and flexible marketing. Text organization reflects the industry: cow--calf (including purebred herds), stocker or growing phase, and the feedlot or finishing phase. Num Pages: 336 pages, illustrations, map, plans, index. BIC Classification: RB; TVH; WNF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 188 x 19. Weight in Grams: 606.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1986
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 8th Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471825357
- ISBN
- 9780471825357
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 297.71
€ 297.71
Paperback. Num Pages: 72 pages, 15 colour photos. BIC Classification: TVHH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 150 x 204 x 4. Weight in Grams: 176.
- Publisher
- Stenlake Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781840336689
- ISBN
- 9781840336689
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.92
€ 11.92
Hardcover. Includes chapters on vine structure, vine physiology, the grape flower and berry set, development and composition of grapes, and means of improving grape quality. This book emphasizes on practices in vineyard management in arid and semi-arid regions - with reference to California. Num Pages: 710 pages, 140 b/w photographs, 15 line illustrations, 5 maps, 45 tables. BIC Classification: TVSW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 241 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1456. 710 pages, illustrations. Includes chapters on vine structure, vine physiology, the grape flower and berry set, development and composition of grapes, and means of improving grape quality. This book emphasizes on practices in vineyard management in arid and semi-arid regions - with reference to California. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: TVSW. Dimension: 162 x 241 x 37. Weight: 1156.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Number of pages
- 710
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Edition
- 2nd edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520025912
- ISBN
- 9780520025912
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.03€ 55.92
€ 73.03
€ 55.92
Paperback. A series of books which presents the scientific principles that underlie production practices in horticulture. The series covers a number of major ornamental, vegetable and fruit crops, considered on a worldwide scale. Series: Crop Production Science in Horticulture. Num Pages: 220 pages. BIC Classification: TVS; WM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 13. Weight in Grams: 380. Series: Crop Production Science in Horticulture. 220 pages. A series of books which presents the scientific principles that underlie production practices in horticulture. The series covers a number of major ornamental, vegetable and fruit crops, considered on a worldwide scale. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. BIC Classification: TVS; WM. Dimension: 234 x 158 x 13. Weight: 380.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 220
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851986562
- ISBN
- 9780851986562
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 63.55
€ 63.55