Agriculture & farming
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Agriculture & farming
Hardback. This book examines ethical and social issues of agriculture in a changing world, describes successful sustainable farming, water and land resource management and innovative livestock production from around the world, and discusses new paradigms and policies. Editor(s): Behnassi, Mohamed; Shahid, Shabbir A.; D'Silva, Joyce. Num Pages: 275 pages, 23 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 158 x 242 x 18. Weight in Grams: 594.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 275
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400705180
- ISBN
- 9789400705180
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.01
€ 182.01
hardcover. Exploring allelopathic plant-plant interactions, this volume discusses laboratory and field experiments and future research. Readers will find justifications for procedures used, if-then hypotheses, and pros and cons to make conclusions. Num Pages: 229 pages, 3 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PD; PSG; RBGB; RNC; RP; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 1110.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 229
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400706828
- ISBN
- 9789400706828
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.91
€ 184.91
Environmental Change and Agricultural Sustainability in the Mekong Del...
. Ed(S): Stewart, Mart A.; Coclanis, Peter A.
Hardback. Comprising selected material from a 2010 conference held in the delta itself, the papers assembled in this volume include much technical information and offer a full range of perspectives on the environmental and sustainability issues in this sensitive region. Editor(s): Stewart, Mart A.; Coclanis, Peter A. Series: Advances in Global Change Research. Num Pages: 456 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1FMV; RNF; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 865.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 456
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400709331
- ISBN
- 9789400709331
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.55
€ 183.55
Hardback. Based on a study of 2,400 households in three countries-Kenya, Uganda, and Ethiopia-this book provides unprecedented insight into how agricultural productivity can be improved. It covers recent successful innovations and ways to overcome continued obstacles. Editor(s): Yamano, Takashi; Otsuka, Keijiro; Place, Frank. Num Pages: 214 pages, 64 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1HFG; KCM; KNAC; RNU; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 337 x 16. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 214
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400712003
- ISBN
- 9789400712003
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 119.86
€ 119.86
Hardback. This book provides concise reviews of current important and complex issues in agroecology. It identifies inadequacies, errors and gaps in knowledge that may hinder or oppose effective progress toward improving sustainability. Editor(s): Campbell, Bruce; Lopez Ortiz, Silvia. Series: Issues in Agroecology -- Present Status and Future Prospectus. Num Pages: 324 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNF; RNK; RNU; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 19. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 324
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400713086
- ISBN
- 9789400713086
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.09
€ 182.09
Hardback. This important reference book is the first comprehensive resource worldwide that reflects research achievements in date palm biotechnology. It documents research events during the last four decades, examines current status, and the future outlook. Editor(s): Jain, S. Mohan; Al-Khayri, Jameel M.; Johnson, Dennis V. Num Pages: 761 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTL; TCB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 166 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1194.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 761
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400713178
- ISBN
- 9789400713178
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.66
€ 238.66
hardcover. This advanced text for students and researchers in various fields including hydrology and geography is intended to spur the community to new heights. It aims to advance the field with cogent syntheses of past research and by mapping future research directions. Editor(s): Levia, Delphis F.; Carlyle-Moses, Darryl; Tanaka, Tadashi. Series: Ecological Studies. Num Pages: 762 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RBK; RGBL; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 165 x 242 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1268.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011th Edition
- Number of pages
- 762
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400713628
- ISBN
- 9789400713628
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 351.76
€ 351.76
Hardback. This book synthesizes a broad swathe of current research work on legumes, and draws attention to the importance of legumes in both integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and the alleviation of poverty in sub Saharan Africa (SSA). Editor(s): Bationo, Andre; Waswa, Boaz; Okeyo, Jeremiah M.; Maina, Fredah; Kihara, Job; Mokwunye, Uzo. Num Pages: 246 pages, 48 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: 1HF; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 537.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 246
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400715356
- ISBN
- 9789400715356
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 181.48
€ 181.48
Environmental Protection Strategies for Sustainable Development
. Ed(S): Malik, Abdul; Grohmann, Elisabeth
Hardback. The environment of our planet is degrading at an alarming rate. This book aims to prevent and reduce environmental pollution. It offers a unique treatment of the subject, linking various protection strategies for sustainable development. Editor(s): Malik, Abdul; Grohmann, Elisabeth. Series: Strategies for Sustainability. Num Pages: 620 pages, 60 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RNF; RNH; RNU; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1181.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 620
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400715905
- ISBN
- 9789400715905
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 237.48
€ 237.48
Hardback. This is the first book on tree endophytes in several years. Covering a topic of increasing importance, it contains contributions from leading authors in the field that provide an important reference text for professional researchers and advanced students. Editor(s): Pirttila, Anna Maria; Frank, A. Carolin. Series: Forestry Sciences. Num Pages: 332 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSG; PST; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 163 x 19. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 332
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400715981
- ISBN
- 9789400715981
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.68
€ 182.68
Carbon Sequestration Potential of Agroforestry Systems
. Ed(S): Kumar, B. Mohan; Nair, P. K. Ramacha...
Hardback. Tree-based production systems abound, especially in the tropics, yet despite their pervasiveness and utility they do not figure adequately in state-wide development paradigms. This book examines the opportunities they present for carbon sequestration. Editor(s): Kumar, B. Mohan; Nair, P. K. Ramachandran. Series: Advances in Agroforestry. Num Pages: 310 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; RNC; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 654.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 310
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400716292
- ISBN
- 9789400716292
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 346.75
€ 346.75
Designing and Conducting a Forest Inventory - Case: 9th National Fores...
Tomppo, Erkki; Heikkinen, Juha; Henttonen, He...
Hardback. Based on the 9th National Forest Inventory of Finland, this volume provides a consolidation of nearly one hundred years of inventory knowledge. Topics include the planning of the sampling design, measurements, estimation methods and results. Series: Managing Forest Ecosystems. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1DNF; PBT; RNCB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2011
- Number of pages
- 284
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400716513
- ISBN
- 9789400716513
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.27
€ 182.27
Hardback. This volume examines edible fruits/seeds used fresh, cooked or processed into other food products, or used as vegetables, spices, stimulants, pulses, edible oils and beverages. It features more than 300 coloured illustrations. Num Pages: 1100 pages, 20 black & white tables, 20 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: MMG; PST; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 185 x 80. Weight in Grams: 2286.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 1100
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400717633
- ISBN
- 9789400717633
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 492.69
€ 492.69
Hardback. Sustainable agriculture is a growing field aiming at producing food and energy in a sustainable way for our children. This book analyzes agricultural issues and proposes alternative solutions, consequently helping scientists, decision-makers, professors, farmers and politicians wishing to build safe agriculture, energy and food systems. Editor(s): Lichtfouse, Eric. Series: Sustainable Agriculture Reviews. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: TVB; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400719040
- ISBN
- 9789400719040
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.79
€ 182.79
Hardback. This book, written by worldwide experts, provides the necessary scientific background and addresses the challenging questions in order to better understand metal toxicity in various ecosystems and its management through bioremediation. Editor(s): Khan, Mohammad Saghir; Zaidi, Almas; Goel, Reeta; Musarrat, Javed. Series: Environmental Pollution. Num Pages: 536 pages, 54 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TQK; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1038.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 536
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400719132
- ISBN
- 9789400719132
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.00
€ 185.00
Hardback. Pests are responsible for heavy crop losses and reduced food supplies. This comprehensive book covers the gamut of biocontrol which offers a practical and environmental friendly approach to disease control in plants. Editor(s): Merillon, J. M.; Ramawat, K. G. Series: Progress in Biological Control. Num Pages: 424 pages, 10 black & white tables, 10 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 33. Weight in Grams: 795.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 424
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400719323
- ISBN
- 9789400719323
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.60
€ 183.60
Hardback. This book covers the taxonomy, life history, host-plant relationships, population dynamics and chemical ecology of the Sirex woodwasp. It also examines the nature of its relationship with the fungus Amylostereum, its distribution, diversity and biology. Editor(s): Slippers, Bernard; Groot, Peter de; Wingfield, Michael John. Num Pages: 301 pages, 30 black & white tables, 30 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSQ; PSVT7; RNC; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 25. Weight in Grams: 637.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 301
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400719590
- ISBN
- 9789400719590
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.55
€ 182.55
Hardback. This book summarizes results from a long-term research project addressing land and water use in irrigated areas of the Aral Sea basin. It focuses on Khorezm, a district of Uzbekistan, located in the heart of Central Asia. Editor(s): Martius, Christopher; Rudenko, Inna; Lamers, John P. A.; Vlek, Paul L. G. Num Pages: 419 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1F; PSTS; RBGB; TVB; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 28. Weight in Grams: 844.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 419
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400719620
- ISBN
- 9789400719620
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 183.80
€ 183.80
Hardcover. Westcott's Plant Disease Handbook Num Pages: 848 pages, 74 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, 50 black & white tables, 50 colo. BIC Classification: MMFM; PSA; PSTP; TVB; YQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 183 x 261 x 49. Weight in Grams: 1690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 8th ed. 2013
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400721401
- ISBN
- 9789400721401
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 580.54
€ 580.54
Hardback. This volume explores the application of traditional forest knowledge (TFK) by indigenous communities worldwide. It considers the interplay between TFK and formal forest science and interrogates the often uneasy relationship between these different systems. Editor(s): Parrotta, John A.; Trosper, Ronald. Series: World Forests. Num Pages: 648 pages, 11 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1128.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2012
- Number of pages
- 648
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400721432
- ISBN
- 9789400721432
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 236.79
€ 236.79