Agriculture & farming
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Agriculture & farming
Hardback. Sustainable Agriculture is a growing field aiming at producing food and energy in a sustainable way for humans and their children. This book gathers review articles that analyze agricultural issues and knowledge, then proposes alternative solutions. Editor(s): Lichtfouse, Eric. Series: Sustainable Agriculture Reviews. Num Pages: 420 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TCBG; TVB; TVF; TVG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 166 x 242 x 35. Weight in Grams: 754.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 420
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048187409
- ISBN
- 9789048187409
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 257.63
€ 257.63
hardcover. Critical social science case studies demonstrate how the practice of agricultural and natural resource management sciences can be improved by going beyond their biophysical roots to consider their cultural, political, and epistemological dimensions Editor(s): German, Laura A.; Ramisch, Joshua J.; Verma, Ritu. Num Pages: 301 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 701.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 301
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048188253
- ISBN
- 9789048188253
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.79
€ 195.79
Hardcover. This book covers the application of geostatistics in precision agriculture, reflecting the wide range of methods available and showing how they can be applied in practice. Covers minimal theory, focusing on case studies, and offers two chapters on sampling. Editor(s): Oliver, M. A. Num Pages: 331 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KNAC; RNU; TQ; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 29. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048191321
- ISBN
- 9789048191321
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 251.29
€ 251.29
Hardback. This book is the first attempt to systematise the study of animal communication and signification through its most important and/or problematic terms and concepts. It attempts to cover the entire range of key terms in the growing field of zoosemiotics. Series: Biosemiotics. Num Pages: 367 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVP; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 163 x 27. Weight in Grams: 692.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 367
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048192489
- ISBN
- 9789048192489
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.25
€ 201.25
Hardcover. This book provides extensive information on the state-of-the-art of research on precision crop protection. It covers recent developments in site-specific application technologies for the management of weeds, arthropod pests, pathogens and nematodes. Editor(s): Oerke, Erich-Christian; Gerhards, Roland; Menz, Gunter; Sikora, Richard A. Num Pages: 465 pages, 10 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7; RGW; TNCC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 945.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048192762
- ISBN
- 9789048192762
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 318.89
€ 318.89
Hardback. Grapevine is a crop of major economical interest, and wine has a multicultural heritage. This book illustrates recent progress made in ecophysiology, molecular and cell biology, and pathology of grapevine, and in precision viticulture and berry composition. Editor(s): Delrot, Serge; Medrano, Hipolito; Or, Etti; Bavaresco, Luigi; Grando, Stella. Num Pages: 465 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVSW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 167 x 36. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 465
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048192823
- ISBN
- 9789048192823
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.41
€ 197.41
Hardback. This book traces the interrelation of plants and animals from early terrestrial life to modern agriculture. Thirty-eight authors offer studies describing carnivorous plants, nectar-producing plants, and the harnessing of bees by humans, to pollinate crops. Editor(s): Seckbach, Joseph; Dubinsky, Zvy. Series: Cellular Origin, Life in Extreme Habitats and Astrobiology. Num Pages: 548 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSTS; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 164 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1058.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 548
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048193158
- ISBN
- 9789048193158
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.57
€ 253.57
Hardback. This vital book covers recent updates in biochemical, metabolic and physiological responses of plants to toxins and tolerance mechanisms. It summarises approaches for use of phytoremediation as a potential source for amelioration of contaminated soils. Editor(s): Ashraf, M.; Ozturk, Munir; Ahmad, M. S. A. Num Pages: 481 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD; PSTL; RNC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 984.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 481
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048193691
- ISBN
- 9789048193691
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.98
€ 252.98
Hardback. This book explores our current knowledge of a number of the complex interrelationships in soil microbiology and indicates where future progress is most likely to aid efforts to increase crop productivity by means which are environmentally benign. Editor(s): Dixon, Geoffrey R.; Tilston, Emma L. Num Pages: 450 pages, biography. BIC Classification: KC; PSG; PSTP; RBGB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 918.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 450
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048194780
- ISBN
- 9789048194780
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 318.87
€ 318.87
hardcover. Sustainable agriculture is a rapidly growing field aiming at producing food and energy in a sustainable way. This book series analyzes current agricultural issues and proposes alternative solutions. It includes a list of biofuels to counter climate change. Editor(s): Lichtfouse, Eric. Series: Sustainable Agriculture Reviews. Num Pages: 400 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PST; RBGB; RNPG; RNU; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 735.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195121
- ISBN
- 9789048195121
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 201.85
€ 201.85
Hardback. Of the 1 billion food insecure people, more than 30% are in South Asia. Large populations of Bangladesh and other coastal regions may be displaced by sea level rise. This book addresses food security in South Asia with specific reference to climate change. Editor(s): Islam, Khandakar R.; Sivakumar, Mannava V. K.; Mustafizur Rahman, A. H. M.; Faiz, M. A.; Lal, Rattan. Num Pages: 622 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; RBGB; RNPG; RNU; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1044.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 622
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195152
- ISBN
- 9789048195152
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.34
€ 253.34
Hardback. This book examines the plant parasitic superfamily Eriophyoidea, including their DNA, species interactions, quarantine importance, host specificity, potential as biological control agents of weeds, chemical control, and their interaction with crops. Num Pages: 307 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSC; PSVP; PSVT; RNC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 1370.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 307
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195619
- ISBN
- 9789048195619
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.21
€ 200.21
Hardback. The Future of the World's Forests provides a new examination of the international forest policy debate. Presenting examples from both the developed and developing world, the text serves as a resource for researchers and graduate students in forest policy and international relations, as well as policymakers and professionals. Series: World Forests. Num Pages: 214 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPA; KCM; RNF; TVR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048195817
- ISBN
- 9789048195817
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 198.34
€ 198.34
Towards Sustainable Use of Rangelands in North-West China
. Ed(S): Squires, Victor; Hua, Limin; Zhang, ...
Hardback. This book reviews the extent of resource debasement in China's pastoral zones and offers solutions for their sustainable use. The book draws upon the large body of Chinese language literature that is generally inaccessible to the English language audience. Editor(s): Squires, Victor; Hua, Limin; Zhang, Degang; Li, Guolin. Num Pages: 384 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 813.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048196210
- ISBN
- 9789048196210
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.53
€ 196.53
Sampling Procedures to Detect Mycotoxins in Agricultural Commodities
. Ed(S): Whitaker, Thomas B.; Slate, Andrew B...
Hardback. Written for food analysts and regulatory officials alike, this manual provides information on effective sampling plans for the detection of mytotoxins in food. The concepts of uncertainty and variability in mycotoxin test procedures are discussed, as well as the consequences of a poorly designed sampling plan. Editor(s): Whitaker, Thomas B.; Slate, Andrew B.; Doko, M. Bruno; Maestroni, Britt M.; Cannavan, Andrew. Num Pages: 66 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: TDCT; TQ; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 66
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048196333
- ISBN
- 9789048196333
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.16
€ 195.16
The TransForum Model. Transforming Agro Innovation Toward Sustainable ...
. Ed(S): Andeweg, Karin; Latesteijn, Henk C. ...
Hardback. Innovation has driven agricultural production and productivity growth in recent decades, with negative impact on the physical and social environment. This book offers new insights on harnessing innovation to the complex challenges of sustainable development. Editor(s): Andeweg, Karin; Latesteijn, Henk C. van. Num Pages: 162 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNU; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 159 x 13. Weight in Grams: 398.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 162
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048197804
- ISBN
- 9789048197804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 194.22
€ 194.22
Hardcover. This groundbreaking book is the outcome of the European Union's COST Action E39 'Forests, Trees and Human Health and Wellbeing'. It explores the relationships between health, natural environments in general, and forests in particular. Editor(s): Nilsson, Kjell; Sangster, Marcus; Gallis, Christos; Hartig, Terry; Vries, Sjerp de; Seeland, Klaus; Schipperijn, Jasper. Num Pages: 427 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 162 x 23. Weight in Grams: 806.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 460
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048198054
- ISBN
- 9789048198054
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 252.26
€ 252.26
Hardback. Synthesizing recent research on the interaction of forest management and water regimes of forests in Europe and beyond, this book is an important contribution to the discourse between scientists dealing with different scales of forest-water correlations. Editor(s): Bredemeier, Michael; Cohen, Shabtai; Godbold, Douglas L.; Lode, Elve; Pichler, Viliam; Schleppi, Patrick. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 546 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1076.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 546
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048198337
- ISBN
- 9789048198337
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 253.57
€ 253.57
Hardback. This volume presents an overview of the nature and distribution of organic xenobiotics, including their uptake, effects on plant functioning and detoxification mechanisms. It includes practical applications to real-life problems. Editor(s): Schroder, Peter; Collins, Christopher D. Series: Plant Ecophysiology. Num Pages: 311 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTD; PSTS; RP; TQ; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 23. Weight in Grams: 701.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 311
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048198511
- ISBN
- 9789048198511
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 195.79
€ 195.79
Hardback. This transdisciplinary book represents the latest research findings in all the major aspects of food and water security issues in Asia. It combines presentations from symposia on food and water sustainability held recently in Macau, China. Editor(s): Sumi, Akimasa; Hassan, K. M.; Fukushi, Kensuke; Honda, R. Series: Alliance for Global Sustainability Bookseries. Num Pages: 466 pages, biography. BIC Classification: RNPG; RP; TDCT; TQSW; TV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 26. Weight in Grams: 846.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789048199136
- ISBN
- 9789048199136
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 203.51
€ 203.51