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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
€ 242.22
€ 242.22
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
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
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
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
hardcover. Examines the interactions between forestry and environmental change, from a social, economic, and political perspective. This book presents insights into topics such as the influence of forest reserves on timber prices, the relationship between forestry and aboriginal populations, and the issues facing forests in transition countries. Editor(s): Innes, J. L.; Hickey, G. (University of British Columbia, Canada); Hoen, H. F. (Agricultural University of Norway). Series: IUFRO Research S. Num Pages: 256 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCN; KNAL; RGBL; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 24. Weight in Grams: 662.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2006
- SKU
- V9780851990026
- ISBN
- 9780851990026
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.41
€ 105.41
hardcover. Presents scientific methodologies, combined with stakeholder deliberation, for assessing and managing ecological risks of transgenic fish. This book addresses the science needed to inform environmental biosafety policy and regulation for transgenic animals in aquaculture, particularly in developing countries. Editor(s): Kapuscinski, A R; Hayes, K. R.; Li, Shujie; Dana, G. Num Pages: 305 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: 1QFG; KNAF; TCBG; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 21. Weight in Grams: 871.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 305
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2007
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9781845932961
- ISBN
- 9781845932961
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 133.48
€ 133.48
hardcover. The conservation of genetic resources is vital to the maintenance of biodiversity and to the world's ability to feed its growing population. There are now more than a thousand genebanks worldwide involved in the ex situ (meaning "away from the source") storage of particular classes of crops. Editor(s): Koo, B.; Pardey, P. G.; Wright, B. D. Num Pages: 232 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851998596
- ISBN
- 9780851998596
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.41
€ 105.41
Hardback. In this wide-ranging collection, eminent scholars, theologians, activists, and lay farmers illuminate how religious beliefs influence and are influenced by the values and practices of sustainable agriculture. Together, they analyse a multitude of agricultural practices for their contributions to healthy, ethical living and environmental justice. Editor(s): LeVasseur, Todd; Parajuli, Pramod; Wirzba, Norman. Series: Culture of the Land. Num Pages: 394 pages, 17 black & white photographs, 8 maps, 7 figures. BIC Classification: HRAM; JFCV; KNAC; TVF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 163 x 270 x 30. Weight in Grams: 714.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Publisher
- The University Press of Kentucky United States
- Number of pages
- 394
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813167978
- ISBN
- 9780813167978
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 55.31
€ 55.31
hardcover. This book explores agriculture's role as a producer and consumer of energy. Organized into two parts, the first section of the book examines the integration of biomass energy into energy systems, policy issues, and outlooks for energy production and consumption. The second section is a compendium of current research. Editor(s): Outlaw, J.; Collins, K. J.; Duffield, J. A. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC; THX; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 27. Weight in Grams: 957.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851990187
- ISBN
- 9780851990187
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.86
€ 139.86
hardcover. Reviews how vegetation and soils act as naturally occurring buffers which use up the gases responsible for global warming and the greenhouse effect. This book provides information on the importance of these sinks, how they may respond to increased greenhouse gas emissions, how we can protect them and how they can help us mitigate climate change. Editor(s): Reay, Dave; Hewitt, Nick; Smith, K.; Grace, J. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KNAL; RBP; RNPG; TVR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 22. Weight in Grams: 848.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 448
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845931896
- ISBN
- 9781845931896
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.86
€ 139.86
hardcover. This volume presents work developed by the Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems (AKIS) Thematic Group of the World Bank, in collaboration with the University of Maryland, to examine contracting for extension services. Editor(s): Rivera, W.; Zijp, W. Num Pages: 224 pages, maps. BIC Classification: JFSF; KC; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851995717
- ISBN
- 9780851995717
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.29
€ 112.29
Sustainable Poverty Reduction in Less Favoured Areas
. Ed(S): Ruben, Ruerd; Pender, J.; Kuyvenhave...
hardcover. Through the study of less-favoured areas in Africa, Latin America, and South and East Asia, this work explores the development pathways allowing for the careful adjustment of resource use strategies at the field, farm-household and village level. Editor(s): Ruben, Ruerd; Pender, J.; Kuyvenhaven, A. Num Pages: 464 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFSF; KCM; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 40. Weight in Grams: 1193.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932770
- ISBN
- 9781845932770
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.57
€ 255.57
Sugar and Related Sweetener Markets: International Perspectives (Cabi)
. Ed(S): Schmitz, A.; Etc.; Spreen, T.; Messi...
hardcover. World sweetener markets are reviewed in this book, with particular chapters devoted to the US, the EU, Australia, Brazil, Cuba and India. Topics such as international trade liberalization, US policy reform and regional integration are also addressed. Editor(s): Schmitz, A.; etc.; Spreen, T.; Messina, W.; Moss, C. (all of Department of Food and Resource Economics, University of Florida, USA). Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCLT; KNAC; TVB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 33. Weight in Grams: 776.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851996448
- ISBN
- 9780851996448
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 282.02
€ 282.02
hardcover. Assesses the regional territorial impact of the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and Rural Development Policy (RDP), asking the question how far these are compatible with objectives of territorial cohesion across the enlarged European Union. This work concludes with proposals for policy reform. Editor(s): Shucksmith, Professor Mark; Thomson, Keith; Roberts, D. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1QFE; KNAC; TV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 612.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 250
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851990552
- ISBN
- 9780851990552
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 105.41
€ 105.41
hardcover. Addresses ecological and environmental issues associated with responsible and sustainable marine fisheries. This book includes 20 chapters developed from an international conference and concurrent symposium held in Iceland in October 2001. Contributors include leading international authorities from around the world. Editor(s): Sinclaire, M.; Valdimarsson, G.; Sinclair, M. (Bedford Institute of Oceanography, Nova Scotia, Canada). Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAF; PSPM; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1148.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851996332
- ISBN
- 9780851996332
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 167.93
€ 167.93
Paperback. Editor(s): Slocum, Rachel; Wichart, Lori; Rocheleau, Dianne; Thomas-Slayter, Barbara. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: GTF; JFS; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 177 x 17. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- ITDG Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781853393037
- ISBN
- 9781853393037
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 42.99€ 41.54
€ 42.99
€ 41.54
Regulating the Liabilities of Agricultural Biotechnology
. Ed(S): Smyth, S.; Phillips, P. W. B.; Kerr,...
hardcover. Editor(s): Smyth, S.; Phillips, P. W. B.; Kerr, W. A.; Khachatourians, G.G. Num Pages: 223 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 223
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851998152
- ISBN
- 9780851998152
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 112.29
€ 112.29
Redesigning Animal Agriculture: The Challenge of the 21st Century
. Ed(S): Swain, D. L.; Charmley, E.; Steel, J...
hardcover. Focusing on livestock production systems, this text addresses how the diversity of global food demands will be met in future, providing insights into scientific areas and the implications for addressing global drivers for change. Editor(s): Swain, D. L.; Charmley, E.; Steel, J. W.; Coffey, S. G. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 3JMC; KNAC; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 19. Weight in Grams: 726.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Cabi United Kingdom
- Edition
- Illustrated
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781845932237
- ISBN
- 9781845932237
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.48
€ 238.48
Hardback. Written by economists, a political scientist and a practising politician, and offering insights in EU farm policy, this volume demystifies the bond scheme proposal and explores concerns expressed by farmers and policy makers. Editor(s): Swinbank, Alan; Tranter, R.B. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFE; JPSN2; KNAC; LNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 508.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780851997445
- ISBN
- 9780851997445
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 173.45
€ 173.45