Agronomy & crop production
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Agronomy & crop production
Hardcover. Food production and population growth are inextricably linked. Remarkable progress in production and productivity of major food staples has been achieved, and the addition of valuable new technologies such as bioinformatics and biofortification are important to continue to produce nutrient-filled crops for the growing world population. Num Pages: 438 pages, 160 illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 264 x 186 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1200.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 438
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813818351
- ISBN
- 9780813818351
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 265.13
€ 265.13
Hardcover. A sociological study of changing farming methods, investigating those techniques that have gradually continued to replace the plow culture. Num Pages: 360 pages, 22. BIC Classification: RBGB; RNF; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 28. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813819471
- ISBN
- 9780813819471
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 139.62
€ 139.62
Hardcover. Improving Water and Nutrient Use Efficiency in Food Production Systems provides professionals, students, and policy makers with an in-depth view of various aspects of water and nutrient us in crop production. Editor(s): Rengel, Zed. Num Pages: 320 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 177 x 19. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 320
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813819891
- ISBN
- 9780813819891
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 233.27
€ 233.27
Hardcover. Efforts to increase efficient nutrient use by crops are of growing importance as the global demand for food, fibre and fuel increases and competition for resources intensifies. This book provides both a timely summary of the latest advances in the field as well as anticipating directions for future research. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 252 x 193 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1278.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813819921
- ISBN
- 9780813819921
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 217.48
€ 217.48
Hardcover. A major task of our time is to ensure adequate food supplies for the world's current population (now nearing 7 billion) in a sustainable way while protecting the vital functions and biological diversity of the global environment. Num Pages: 632 pages, Illustrations map. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 256 x 196 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1684.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 632
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813820163
- ISBN
- 9780813820163
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 290.79
€ 290.79
Hardcover. A comprehensive and mechanistic perspective on fruit ripening, emphasizing commonalities and differences between fruit groups and ripening processes. Fruits are an essential part of the human diet and contain important phytochemicals that provide protection against heart disease and cancers. Num Pages: 226 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PST; TCBG; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 179 x 15. Weight in Grams: 592.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 226
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813820392
- ISBN
- 9780813820392
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 226.71
€ 226.71
Hardcover. Editor(s): Leslie, John F.; Logrieco, Antonio. Num Pages: 376 pages, illustrations (black and white), maps (black and white). BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 182 x 24. Weight in Grams: 886.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Wiley-Blackwell
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813820835
- ISBN
- 9780813820835
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 219.46
€ 219.46
Hardcover. Plant Transformation Technologies is a comprehensive, authoritative book focusing on cutting-edge plant biotechnologies, offering in-depth, forward-looking information on methods for controlled and accurate genetic engineering. Editor(s): Stewart, Charles Neal; Touraev, Alisher; Citovsky, Vitaly; Tzfira, Tzvi. Num Pages: 296 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PS; TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 246 x 176 x 21. Weight in Grams: 752.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Iowa State University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 296
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780813821955
- ISBN
- 9780813821955
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.10
€ 256.10
Hardcover. Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. Editor(s): Janick, Jules. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 420 pages. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 26. Weight in Grams: 724.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 35
- Number of pages
- 420
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118096796
- ISBN
- 9781118096796
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 284.75
€ 284.75
Hardcover. Temperature and Plant Development provides a detailed analysis of the role of temperature fluctuations and stressors in plant development. Renowned experts in plant biology outline plant adaptation to high and low temperature stress, whole plant psychological adaptations, and temperature-regulated gene networks. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSTS; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 178 x 247 x 16. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118308202
- ISBN
- 9781118308202
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 227.05
€ 227.05
Hardcover. Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. Editor(s): Janick, J. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 392 pages. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 161 x 23. Weight in Grams: 636.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Volume 37
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118497852
- ISBN
- 9781118497852
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 262.98
€ 262.98
Hardcover. Quinoa is an ancient grain that has grown in popularity in recent years. It has been known as a good source of both protein and fiber. As the demand for quinoa increases a comprehensive and up-to-date reference on the biology and production of the crop is essential. Editor(s): Murphy, Kevin S.; Matanguihan, Janet. Series: World Agriculture Series. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: TVKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 190 x 17. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 400
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118628058
- ISBN
- 9781118628058
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 200.17€ 167.38
€ 200.17
€ 167.38
Hardcover. The development of recombinant DNA methods has changed the face of the food industry over the last 50 years. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 174 x 18. Weight in Grams: 598.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118756416
- ISBN
- 9781118756416
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 179.58
€ 179.58
Hardcover. The Genomics Applications in Crop Improvement two volume set brings together a diverse field of international experts in plant breeding genomics to share their experiences in the field, from success stories to lessons learnt. Num Pages: 926 pages. BIC Classification: PSTL; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 251 x 194 x 36. Weight in Grams: 1648.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 926
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118760246
- ISBN
- 9781118760246
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 392.32
€ 392.32
Hardback. Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Editor(s): Janick, J. Series: Plant Breeding Reviews. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 237 x 154 x 21. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Edition
- Volume 38
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118916834
- ISBN
- 9781118916834
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 240.02
€ 240.02
Hardcover. Gene flow is not unique to genetically modified (GM) crops, but the possibility of the spread of transgenic DNA to wild and domesticated relatives raises a new set of issues for scientists and policymakers to consider. Unfortunately, we are still too often unable to quantify the risks of ecological damage associated with gene flow. Editor(s): Poppy, Guy; Wilkinson, Michael. Series: Biological Sciences Series. Num Pages: 256 pages, 19. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAK; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 166 x 19. Weight in Grams: 522.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405122375
- ISBN
- 9781405122375
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.64
€ 256.64
Hardback. This comprehensive book examines in depth the development and exploitation of induced resistance. Chapters review current knowledge of the agents that can elicit induced resistance, genomics, signalling cascades, mechanisms of defence to pests and pathogens and molecular tools. Editor(s): Walters, Dale; Newton, Dr. Adrian C.; Lyon, Dr. Gary D. Num Pages: 272 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: TVB; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 190 x 21. Weight in Grams: 728.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405134477
- ISBN
- 9781405134477
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 249.08
€ 249.08
Hardback. This important book provides a comprehensive review of our current knowledge of the world's leguminous plants and their symbiotic bacteria. Written by Professor Janet Sprent, a world authority in the area. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 175 x 18. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 200
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405181754
- ISBN
- 9781405181754
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 235.54
€ 235.54
Hardback. Addresses concerns that we are losing the diversity of crop plants that provide food for most of the world. This book discusses how economic development, loss of heirloom varieties and wild ancestors, and modern agricultural techniques have endangered the genetic diversity needed to keep agricultural crops vital and capable of adaptation. Editor(s): Motley, Timothy J.; Zerega, Professor Nyree; Cross, Hugh. Num Pages: 384 pages, Illustrations, charts, maps. BIC Classification: PSAJ; TVK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 771.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 384
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780231133166
- ISBN
- 9780231133166
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 96.49€ 72.76
€ 96.49
€ 72.76
Paperback. From the Americas to Australasia, from northern Europe to southern Africa, the tomato tickles the world's taste buds. This book traces the early cultivation of the tomato, its infiltration of American cooking practices, the early manufacture of preserved tomatoes and ketchup, and the great tomato mania of the 1820s and 1830s. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TVK; WBT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 154 x 19. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- University of Illinois Press United States
- Number of pages
- 240
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Reprint
- SKU
- V9780252070099
- ISBN
- 9780252070099
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 27.51
€ 30.99
€ 27.51