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hardcover. The development of competitive agro-industries is crucial for creating employment and income opportunities as well as enhancing the quality of and demand for farm products. This book addresses strategies required for improving agro-industrial competitiveness in ways that can generate employment and fight poverty in the developing world. Editor(s): Da Silva, C.A.; Baker, D.; Shepherd, A.W.; Da Cruz, S M; Jenane, C. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: GTF; KCM; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 820.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781845935764
- ISBN
- 9781845935764
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.41
€ 105.41
hardcover. Forestry practices are closely linked to decisions that address measures on climate change, biodiversity and the institutional framework for sustainable development. This book documents the progress made in creating the political, economic and social conditions that are necessary for a sustainable and multifunctional use of forest resources. Editor(s): Dube, Y. C.; Schmithusen, Franz. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAL; RGBL; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932503
- ISBN
- 9781845932503
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.31
€ 238.31
Hardback. This tenth volume of papers emanating from the annual International High Technology Small Firms Conference represents a full decade of research and policy relevant papers on innovation and growth problems of New Technology-based Firms (NTBf). Editor(s): During, W.; Oakey, Ray; Kauser, S. Series: New Technology Based Firms in the New Millennium. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KCP; KN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 615.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 312
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780080444024
- ISBN
- 9780080444024
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 243.96
€ 243.96
Hardback. Contracting Out Hollywood addresses the American trend of runaway productionsthe growing practice of producing American films and television programs on foreign shores. Editor(s): Elmer, Greg; Gasher, Mike. Series: Critical Media Studies: Institutions, Politics, and Culture. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: JFD; JP; KNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 222 x 149 x 21. Weight in Grams: 404.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742536944
- ISBN
- 9780742536944
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.56
€ 182.56
Crop Variety Improvement and its Effect on Productivity: The Impact of...
. Ed(S): Evenson, Robert E.; Gollin, D.
hardcover. This volume reports the findings of a study of the productivity impacts of varietal improvements research conducted at a number of international centres affiliated with the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research. Editor(s): Evenson, Robert E.; Gollin, D. Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1193.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 544
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851995496
- ISBN
- 9780851995496
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 305.28
€ 305.28
Economic and Social Issues in Agricultural Biotechnology
. Ed(S): Evenson, Robert E.; Santamiello, V.;...
hardcover. There are many controversial socioeconomic issues concerned with the development and implementation of agricultural biotechnology. This book presents selected revised and edited papers from the fourth and fifth meetings of the International Consortium on Agricultural Biotechnology Research. Editor(s): Evenson, Robert E.; Santamiello, V.; Zilberman, David; Santaniello, V. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KC; KNAC; MZ; PDR; TCB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1179.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition
- SKU
- V9780851996189
- ISBN
- 9780851996189
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.93
€ 167.93
The Value of Innovation. Impacts on Health, Life Quality, Safety, and ...
. Ed(S): Farquhar, Irina; Summers, Kent; Sork...
Investigates the impact of information technology, biogenetic, and pharmacological innovation on individuals quality of life, safety, individual and system health care utilization, occupational and environmental health and formulary decision making, and costs. Editor(s): Farquhar, Irina; Summers, Kent; Sorkin, Alan L. Series: Research in Human Capital and Development. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; LNTJ; MBNH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 159 x 33. Weight in Grams: 760. Impacts on Health, Life Quality, Safety, and Regulatory Research. Series: Research in Human Capital and Development. 250 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Farquhar, Irina; Summers, Kent; Sorkin, Alan L. Investigates the impact of information technology, biogenetic, and pharmacological innovation on individuals quality of life, safety, individual and system health care utilization, occupational and environmental health and formulary decision making, and costs. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: KNXC; LNTJ; MBNH. Dimension: 230 x 159 x 33. Weight: 760.
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762313464
- ISBN
- 9780762313464
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.15
€ 162.15
hardcover. The global tourism industry continues a trend of sustained growth, often at the expense of the social and ecological integrity of destination regions. This book provides an objective overview of the extent of international ecotourism policy. Editor(s): Fennell, David A.; Dowling, R.K. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 907.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851996097
- ISBN
- 9780851996097
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.48
€ 133.48
hardcover. Provides an overview of research on destination recommendation systems. The chapters in this book cover consumer behaviour, perceptual factors influencing consumer choice, and the design of destination recommendation systems. This book also examines four different types of destination marketing systems. Editor(s): Fesenmaier, D.R. (Temple University, USA); Werthner, H. (University of Innsbruck, Austria); Wober, Karl W. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 251 x 25. Weight in Grams: 976.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851990231
- ISBN
- 9780851990231
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 118.11
€ 118.11
The Dynamics of Hired Farm Labour: Constraints and Community Responses
. Ed(S): Findeis, J.l.; Vandeman, A.; Larson,...
hardcover. Hired seasonal labour forms a significant part of the agricultural workforce in many countries. This book focuses on labour used in agriculture in the US, Canada and Australia. The perpective is interdisciplinary, with contributions from economists, sociologists and anthropologists. Editor(s): Findeis, J.L.; Vandeman, A.; Larson, J.; Runyan, J (all of Pennsylvania State University and USDA Economic Research Service, USA). Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: JHBL; KCF; KNAC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 680.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996035
- ISBN
- 9780851996035
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 237.84
€ 237.84
hardcover. Hitherto, it has been difficult for consumers to know whether claims of tourism destinations and products being "ecological and sustainable" are based on hard evidence. This book reviews the subject. Editor(s): Font, X.; Buckley, R. C. Num Pages: 392 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNSG; RNC; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2001
- SKU
- V9780851995069
- ISBN
- 9780851995069
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.48
€ 133.48
Paperback. Contributors with a wide range of expertise in the film and media world consider the practical and theoretical challenges posed by changing formats and technologies. Editor(s): Fossati, Giovanna; Oever, Annie van den. Series: Framing Film. Num Pages: 478 pages, 56 full color. BIC Classification: APF; KNTC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 161 x 234 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1010.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Amsterdam University Press Netherlands
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- Number of pages
- 478
- SKU
- V9789462983168
- ISBN
- 9789462983168
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.93
€ 53.93
Governance of Marine Fisheries and Biodiversity Conservation
. Ed(S): Garcia, Serge M.; Rice, Jake, Dr.; C...
Hardback. Governance of Marine Fisheries and Biodiversity Conservation explores governance of the world s oceans with a focus on the impacts of two inter-connected but historically separate streams of governance: one for fisheries, the other for biodiversity conservation. Editor(s): Garcia, Serge M.; Rice, Jake, Dr.; Charles, Anthony. Num Pages: 552 pages. BIC Classification: KNAF; RNCB; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 196 x 337 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1204.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 552
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118392645
- ISBN
- 9781118392645
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 260.70
€ 260.70
hardcover. The family business is a global phenomenon, and is particularly prominent in tourism and hospitality. In many cases, the family business was developed for the purpose of facilitating personal and family goals. Editor(s): Getz, D.; Carlsen, J.; Morrison, A. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: KNSG; KNSH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 244 x 172 x 20. Weight in Grams: 678.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851998084
- ISBN
- 9780851998084
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.03
€ 187.03
hardcover. This text discusses the importance of mountain regions, and the precariousness of mountain tourism in the context of ecosystem and cultural conservation. Case studies of mountain tourism existing along with environmental sustainability and community well-being are included. Editor(s): Godde, P.; etc.; Price, M. (Environmental Change Unit, University of Oxford); Zimmermann, F.M. (Department of Geography, University of Graz, Austria). Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: GTF; KNSG; RGBS; RNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 352
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851993911
- ISBN
- 9780851993911
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.48
€ 133.48
paperback. The first edition of this book explored the development of temperate agroforestry systems, concentrating on those areas within the temperate zones where the greatest advances, adoptions and modifications had taken place to that time. This second edition has updated material, in some cases substantially, as well as introducing to the reader other regions where temperate agroforestry research and development is contributing to sustainable food production systems. There are new chapters for India, Chile and Scandinavia Editor(s): Gordon, Andrew M; Gordon, Andrew M; Newman, Scott M; Newman, Scott M. BIC Classification: KNAL. Dimension: 244 x 172. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- CABI
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- SKU
- V9781780644868
- ISBN
- 9781780644868
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.61
€ 57.61
Paperback. Trends such as the massive growth in availability of air travel and air freight are among those which have led to aviation becoming one of the fastest growing emitters of greenhouse gases. Presenting the science of the environmental issues, this book covers drivers and trends of growth, socio-economics and politics, as well as mitigation options. Editor(s): Gossling, Stefan; Upham, Paul. Series: Earthscan Climate. Num Pages: 408 pages, Figures, tables, index. BIC Classification: KNDV; RNPG; TRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 638.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 408
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781844076208
- ISBN
- 9781844076208
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.54
€ 57.54
Hardback. Features studies of organizations that deliver professional services, including accounting, law, and management consulting firms that: underpin the modern economy, enabling economic exchange; constitute the 'intellect industry', developing and disseminating new ideas; and, are exemplars of knowledge-intensive organizations. Editor(s): Greenwood, Royston; Suddaby, Roy; McDougald, Megan. Series: Research in the Sociology of Organizations. Num Pages: 448 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KNS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 236 x 159 x 39. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762313020
- ISBN
- 9780762313020
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 175.08
€ 175.08
Ecosystems and Integrated Water Resources Management in South Asia
. Ed(S): Gunawardena, E. R. N.; Gopal, Brij; ...
Paperback. Editor(s): Gunawardena, E. R. N.; Gopal, Brij; Kotagama, Hemesiri. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FK; KNBW; RNFD; TQSW. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 138 x 21. Weight in Grams: 748.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 404
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781138663886
- ISBN
- 9781138663886
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 46.72
€ 46.72
Paperback. This volume describes the economic, social and environmental impacts of second homes as well as their planning implications and places such discussions within the context of contemporary human mobility. It represents the first major international analysis and review of second homes for over 25 years. Editor(s): Hall, C. Michael; Muller, Dieter K. (Umea University). Series: Aspects of Tourism. Num Pages: 320 pages, maps. BIC Classification: JFSF; JKSB; KNSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 15. Weight in Grams: 486.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Channel View Publications Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781873150801
- ISBN
- 9781873150801
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 45.26
€ 45.26
Economics of Pesticides, Sustainable Food Production, and Organic Food...
. Ed(S): Hall, Darwin C.; Moffitt, L. Joe
Hardback. Economic assessment of sustainable agricultural practices has continued to mature and to add to our understanding of how we might design policies to ensure an adequate and diverse food supply. This volume presents some of the developments and applications in this field; and also provides a comprehensive treatment of topics. Editor(s): Hall, Darwin C.; Moffitt, L. Joe. Series: Advances in the Economics of Environmental Resources S. Num Pages: 292 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KNAC; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Limited United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780762308507
- ISBN
- 9780762308507
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 197.05
€ 197.05
Multimodal transport network customers need to be directed during their travels. A travel support tool can be offered by a Multimodal Information System (MIS), which allows them to input their needs and provides them with the appropriate responses to improve their travel conditions. Editor(s): Hammadi, Slim; Ksouri, Mekki. Num Pages: 260 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNG; UDB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 168 x 29. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- ISTE Ltd and John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 260
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781848213777
- ISBN
- 9781848213777
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 173.33
€ 173.33
Hardback. This book brings together a distinguished panel of leading and emerging scholars in the field, and provides a critical assessment of the current role of trade unions in society. Editor(s): Harcourt, Mark; Wood, Geoffrey; Rai, Shirin; Grant, Wyn. Series: Perspectives on Democratic Practice. Num Pages: 432 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXB2. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 38. Weight in Grams: 640.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Manchester University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780719069789
- ISBN
- 9780719069789
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 162.99
€ 162.99
Paperback. Editor(s): Hudson, Norman; Cheatle, Rodney; Woods, Adrian; Gichuki, Francis. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 map. BIC Classification: 1H; GTF; KNAC; RGC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 149 x 16. Weight in Grams: 453.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- ITDG Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853391224
- ISBN
- 9781853391224
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 41.19
€ 42.99
€ 41.19