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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
€ 377.37
€ 377.37
Paperback. The use of insect pheromones in pest management is a rapidly growing field of research and practice in the agricultural and urban environments. An understanding of this area requires knowledge of both chemistry and biology to a depth. This title offers the reader an introduction to this branch of chemical ecology. Num Pages: 380 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TDCT; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1190.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 380
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412444104
- ISBN
- 9780412444104
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 199.00
€ 199.00
Hardback. By interpreting the anatomy, morphology and physiology of barnacles within an evolutionary context, this book offers insights into the biological adaptation and development of these organisms. Particular attention is paid to the diversity of barnacle feeding and reproductive adaptations. Num Pages: 369 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT5; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 703.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 369
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412444203
- ISBN
- 9780412444203
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.41
€ 201.41
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
€ 289.06
€ 289.06
paperback. The author discusses the effects of afforestation, pollution, acid rain, water abstraction and changing agricultural methods on the salmon. He also examines the impact of salmon farming on wild stocks and considers the increasing threat of over exploitation of the Atlantic salmon. Num Pages: 366 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 279 x 216 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1150.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1991st Edition
- Number of pages
- 366
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412460203
- ISBN
- 9780412460203
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 253.93
€ 253.93
Hardback. Provides details of those under-utilized cereals and pseudocereals which benefit from research and others which have been neglected and deserve more research attention. This book considers the potential for the following crops: quinoa, buckwheat, grain amaranth, triticale, fonio, intermediate wheatgrass and wild rice. Editor(s): Dongarra, Jack. Series: Underutilized Crops S. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVKC; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 23. Weight in Grams: 596.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412465703
- ISBN
- 9780412465703
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.29
€ 255.29
Paperback. Provides a comprehensive account of the use of techniques in plant molecular biology for crop protection. This book draws together an international list of contributors from the industrial and academic world, providing information for a wide range of personnel in the crop protection industry, researchers and academics. Editor(s): Marshall, George; Walters, Dale. Num Pages: 283 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 424.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1994
- Number of pages
- 283
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412544002
- ISBN
- 9780412544002
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.85
€ 127.85
Hardback. A reprint of fishery book, that is useful to fisheries scientists throughout the world. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 538 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1161.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1993
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 538
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412549601
- ISBN
- 9780412549601
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.11
€ 254.11
Hardback. Aquaculture is a growing industry. A vital component of the subject is feeding the organisms under cultivation. This book provides a thorough review of the scientific basis and applied aspects of fish nutrition in a user-friendly format. Series: Aquaculture Series. Num Pages: 320 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 653.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412550300
- ISBN
- 9780412550300
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 432.88
€ 432.88
Hardback. Covers the oceanographic features, seasonal changes, growth, migration, spawning, fleet and stock structure, current status and assessment of the major hake fisheries of the world. This text also discusses the markets, products and quality aspects of hake fisheries. Editor(s): Alheit, Jurgen; Pitcher, Tony J. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 478
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412573507
- ISBN
- 9780412573507
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 259.34
€ 259.34
Hardback. Provides a practical guide to the principles and practice of developing an integrated pest management (IPM) programme. This book commences by outlining the basic principles which underlie pest control (crop husbandry, population ecology and population genetics) and reviews the control measures available and their use in IPM systems. Editor(s): Dent, David. Num Pages: 368 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 22. Weight in Grams: 600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412573705
- ISBN
- 9780412573705
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.64
€ 256.64
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
€ 134.45
€ 134.45
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
€ 255.77
€ 255.77
hardcover. Suitable for animal scientists, agricultural scientists, modellers and animal physiologists, this book offers a broad and comprehensive coverage of ruminant systems and features the application of models in animal biology. Num Pages: 588 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW7; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 31. Weight in Grams: 995.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Springer United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 588
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412591600
- ISBN
- 9780412591600
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 437.71
€ 437.71
Hardback. This work aims to bring the principles of wastewater treatment and other pollution control techniques for fish and shellfish farming to a wide audience of farmers, students, scientists, engineers - in fact anyone with an interest in aquaculture or pollution control. Series: Aquaculture Series. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TQSW; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412595004
- ISBN
- 9780412595004
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 287.23
€ 287.23
Paperback. A collection of 27 essays by Daniel Pauly, a fisheries scientist. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 268 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 391.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 268
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412595400
- ISBN
- 9780412595400
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 196.84
€ 196.84
Hardback. Covers economic evaluation of genetic differences in animals, determination of breeding goals within an economic context and economic evaluation of breeding programs. This book is divided into sections such as: basic concepts; economic evaluation of genetic differences; advanced topics in selection indices; and, crossbreeding and heterosis. Num Pages: 260 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVH; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412597503
- ISBN
- 9780412597503
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 254.45
€ 254.45
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
€ 259.34
€ 259.34
Hardback. Written for a worldwide readership, this book is a reference manual for those involved in the selection of medicines for administration to fish. It covers issues which affect all medicine's methods of administering drugs to fish, the various aspects of safety and the relevant legislation in countries with important aquacultural industries. Series: Aquaculture Series. Num Pages: 323 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MZ; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 239 x 158 x 28. Weight in Grams: 632.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 323
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412621802
- ISBN
- 9780412621802
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.47
€ 200.47
paperback. This text covers: developments in molecular genetic techniques in fisheries; molecular genetic techniques in fisheries; the stock concept; the role of molecular genetic markers in the management of cultured fishes; perspectives of molecular genetics in fisheries; and microsatellites. Num Pages: 152 pages, 2 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAK; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 237.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Number of pages
- 152
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412629501
- ISBN
- 9780412629501
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.34
€ 126.34
Hardback. Reviews various aspects of insect pests of tobacco and the subsequent control methods from the harvesting through to the production and storage of finished tobacco products. This book also reviews control procedures to eliminate outbreaks of infestation and describes case histories to demonstrate integration of the methodologies. Editor(s): Ryan, L. Num Pages: 156 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVK; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 156
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412631306
- ISBN
- 9780412631306
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.29
€ 197.29
Hardback. Focuses on the themes of importance in the analysis of the role that the early life history of fishes plays in the number and quality of recruits: the selective processes at play in their early life history; the contributions of early life history to the understanding of recruitment. Editor(s): Chambers, R.C.; Trippel, E.A. Series: Fish & Fisheries Series. Num Pages: 596 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1056.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 596
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412641909
- ISBN
- 9780412641909
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 375.03
€ 375.03
Paperback. Provides an introduction to the subject of biochemistry from a perspective is suitable for agricultural scientists. This title focuses on the chemistry of plant and animal metabolism and the biomolecules that are involved in these pathways. Num Pages: 512 pages, 61 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: TVB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 26. Weight in Grams: 880.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412643903
- ISBN
- 9780412643903
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 259.28
€ 259.28
Hardback. Helps the reader to identify 42 crustacean species of commercial importance found in Europe during coastal explorations, fishing trips, displayed in public aquaria or available in restaurants, including selected freshwater crayfishes and deep-sea species. This book includes sections on the gross internal and external structure of these Crustacea. Num Pages: 281 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1D; PSVT5; TVT; WNCS1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 164 x 24. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Chapman and Hall United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 281
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780412710605
- ISBN
- 9780412710605
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 284.49
€ 284.49