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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.
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- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851994536
- ISBN
- 9780851994536
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 147.49
€ 147.49
hardcover. Plant breeding patents, the ownership of biological innovation and associated intellectual property rights (IPR) are the subject of increased attention worldwide. Particularly relevant to the field of biotechnology, this book presents the perspectives of policy-makers and economists on such issues. Editor(s): Carlson, G.A.; etc.; Santaniello, V. (University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Italy); Evenson, R.E. (Yale University, USA); Zilberman, D. (University of California, Berkeley, USA). Num Pages: 280 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: LNR; TCB; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851994574
- ISBN
- 9780851994574
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 147.49
€ 147.49
paperback. The handbook for student and practising plant pathologists has been thoroughly reorganised and updated since the publication of the 2nd edition in 1983. Features include: rearrangement of topics to facilitate use; and 49 short succinct chapters, each providing practical information. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GBC; PSTP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 168 x 27. Weight in Grams: 790.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 528
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851994598
- ISBN
- 9780851994598
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 89.52
€ 89.52
Paperback.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 155
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851994628
- ISBN
- 9780851994628
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.66
€ 68.66
hardcover. This volume presents the proceedings of the 26th Poultry Science Symposium, held in Peebles, Scotland. Dealing with all aspects of feedstuffs, the papers have been written by international authorities. Editor(s): McNab, J.; Boorman, N. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 178 x 245 x 27. Weight in Grams: 896.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994642
- ISBN
- 9780851994642
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 336.21
€ 336.21
paperback. The purpose of this short book is to provide a review of: information on the scale of manufacture, import, export and use of chemical pesticides; examples of direct risks to human welfare; and examples of problems with storage of obsolete stocks of pesticides in developing countries. Series: Biopesticides S. Num Pages: 90 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; KNDC; MBN; RNP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 5. Weight in Grams: 113.
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- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 90
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2000
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851994765
- ISBN
- 9780851994765
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 103.11
€ 103.11
Hardcover. Provides information on nutrient requirements, feed formulations and feeding practices of commercially important aquaculture species cultured around the world. This book will be useful to those working professionally in the industry, graduate level students and researchers. Editor(s): Webster, C.D.; Lim, C.E. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MZL; PSVD; PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 179 x 29. Weight in Grams: 926.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995199
- ISBN
- 9780851995199
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 334.58
€ 334.58
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.
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- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995243
- ISBN
- 9780851995243
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 177.14
€ 177.14
hardcover. This text contains chapters adapted from the Third International Workshop on Frugivores and Seed Dispersal held in August 2000 in Rio Quente, Brazil. Editor(s): Levey, D.; Silva, W.; Galetti, M. Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PSTL; PSTS; PSVS; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1088.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 544
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995250
- ISBN
- 9780851995250
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 177.14
€ 177.14
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
€ 394.14
€ 394.14
hardcover. Rapid urbanization has created a major challenge with regard to waste management and environmental protection. However, the problem can be ameliorated by turning organic waste into compost for use as an agricultural fertilizer in peri-urban areas. This book addresses these subjects. Editor(s): Drechsel, P.; Kunze, D. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HF; GTF; RBGB; TQ; TVKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- SKU
- V9780851995489
- ISBN
- 9780851995489
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 219.42
€ 219.42
hardcover. Mites are major pests of greenhouse crops and cause significant economic impact. This book describes the biology, identification and control of such mites. Topics covered include: introduction to the Acari; keys to orders, families and selected species; and collecting, rearing and studying mites. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT7; TVP; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 19. Weight in Grams: 635.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995908
- ISBN
- 9780851995908
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 219.47
€ 219.47
hardcover. This volume provides a comprehensive reference work, summarizing knowledge of apples and their production world wide. It includes 24 chapters written by international authorities from the USA, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. Num Pages: 672 pages, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PST; TVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1701.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 672
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995922
- ISBN
- 9780851995922
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 394.98
€ 394.98
hardcover. General information about rice and data about worldwide rice production is brought together in this handbook. Key features include chapters reviewing general issues on rice and its production and four-page entries for the top ten rice-growing countries in the world. Editor(s): Maclean, J.L.; Dawe, D.C.; Hardy, B.; Hettel, G.P. (all members of the International Rice Research Institute, Philippines). Num Pages: 270 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps. BIC Classification: TVB; TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 150 x 15. Weight in Grams: 567.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996363
- ISBN
- 9780851996363
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.77
€ 140.77
Hardcover. An Ecological Approach. 288 pages, bibliographical references. A guide to dealing with the appearance and management of plants with different traits that occur as weeds on arable land. It describes and discusses matters and relationships that are important as a basis for understanding the varying occurrence of weeds in different crops and cropping systems. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: TVP. Dimension: 250 x 178 x 22. Weight: 794.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996516
- ISBN
- 9780851996516
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 291.32
€ 291.32
hardcover. A presentation of experiences and successful case studies of integrated pest management (IPM) from developed and developing countries and from major international centres and programmes. Editor(s): Maredia, K.; Dakouo, D.; Mota-Sanchez, D. Num Pages: 560 pages, bibliographical references. BIC Classification: TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1310.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 560
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996523
- ISBN
- 9780851996523
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 190.67
€ 190.67
hardcover. This new edition reviews advances in embryo production technology, based on some 3500 reports that have appeared since the first edition was published in 1994. The work emphasizes the common ground between those working in cattle and human embryology. Series: Biotechnology in Agriculture. Num Pages: 592 pages, bibliographical references, index. BIC Classification: MFKC3; TVHB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1446.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 592
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2003
- SKU
- V9780851996660
- ISBN
- 9780851996660
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 550.42
€ 550.42
paperback. This authoritative textbook provides an introduction and guide to poultry behaviour and welfare. It describes the origin and biology of the various species of bird that are of agricultural importance, as well as giving succinct accounts of their key behaviour patterns. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations, 1 map. BIC Classification: TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 644.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851996677
- ISBN
- 9780851996677
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 112.96
€ 112.96
Hardcover. 448 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Vaarst, M. (Danish Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Tjele, Denmark); Roderick, S. (Duchy College, Cornwall); Lund, V. (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Skara, Sweden); Lockeretz, W. (Tufts University, MA, USA). Helps in understanding organic animal husbandry, demonstrating practical solutions and innovative methods, and drawing mainly on research and practical experience with organic farming in Europe. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: KNAC; TVG; TVH. Dimension: 244 x 164 x 31. Weight: 826.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI
- Edition
- First
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996684
- ISBN
- 9780851996684
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 263.10
€ 263.10
hardcover. Focusing on both irrigated and rain-fed agriculture, this book gives a review of the limits and opportunities for improving water productivity in crop production. It demonstrates how efficiency of water use can be enhanced to maximize yields. Editor(s): Kijne, J.W.; Barker, R.; Molden, D.; Kijine, J.W. Series: Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture Series. Num Pages: 368 pages, bibliog references. BIC Classification: RNF; TVDR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 32. Weight in Grams: 907.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996691
- ISBN
- 9780851996691
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 305.41
€ 305.41