At 37 trillion individuals per year, wild-caught shrimp and prawns appear to be the single most numerous group of animals directly killed for human food consumption on the planet. Recent scientific ……続きを見る
This collection features four peer-reviewed literature reviews on drought-resistant crops.
The first chapter assesses the genes involved in drought and heat tolerance, as well as the physiological t……続きを見る
This collection features five peer-reviewed reviews on managing bacterial diseases of poultry.
The first chapter provides a brief overview of Campylobacter in poultry production and the routes of tr……続きを見る
This collection features five peer-reviewed reviews on improving biosecurity in livestock production.
The first chapter highlights the importance of implementing biosecurity measures along the pig p……続きを見る
This is a new revised and enhanced version of Cafés : terroirs et qualités published in 2003. It arose form meetings between people who study coffee growing from different angles: the plant itself, ……続きを見る
« Le vanillier est une plante grimpante, qui se plaît dans les régions chaudes et humides. Il y en a deux espèces dans le pays, que l’on distingue facilement : la petite vanille, la plus généralemen……続きを見る
“I enjoyed this book. All chapters are authored by recognised experts from government, industry and academia and are generally well-written. Each chapter concludes with ‘Where to look for further in……続きを見る
La référence aux résultats de recherche est déterminante pour la réussite des pratiques culturales en milieu rural. Seulement, certaines cultures, à l’image du laurier, sont très peu connues et ne b……続きを見る
It’s been suggested that current poultry production must increase by at least 2.5% per year until 2030 to meet demand from a rapidly growing population. However, whilst modern, more intensive produc……続きを見る
Le conseil en agriculture évolue avec l'arrivée des conseillers travaillant pour le secteur privé. Basé sur un travail d'enquête, cet ouvrage aborde les pratiques d'acteurs privés du conseil, la rec……続きを見る
Keeping One Cow is a comprehensive guide focused on the practical aspects of managing milch cow. With the increasing population and the universal need for milk, this book provides valuable insights ……続きを見る
Steigende Lebensmittelpreise, Engpässe bei einzelnen Nahrungsmitteln, demonstrierende Bauern, Turbulenzen an den internationalen Agrarmärkten und wachsende Sorgen um die globale Ernährungssicherheit……続きを見る
Le champ du conseil en agriculture est en pleine reconfiguration avec l’arrivée de nouveaux acteurs désormais incontournables : les conseillers travaillant pour le secteur privé. Si les raisons de l……続きを見る
Description des insectes et des champignons des conifères et des feuillus avec le lieu du dégât, l'essence hôte habituelle et l'essence hôte possible.
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Reviews the development of novel feed sources as feed for poultry, focussing on the use of essential oils, macroalgae, microalgae and corn fermented protein
Addresses the recent advances in underst……続きを見る
For large-scale agroecosystems, patterns of pest population increases (graded increases or abrupt outbreaks) and declines (graded suppression or abrupt crashes) vary considerably and are influenced ……続きを見る
The fight against global hunger demands a fresh perspective. Lesser-known legumes, often called 'potential pulses', can play a pivotal role. These underutilized powerhouses, including adzuki bean, b……続きを見る
Provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges facing agri-food supply chains, including the need to be more sustainable in light of the high environmental costs of global distribution
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In "The Ranidae: How to Breed, Feed and Raise the Edible Frog," an anonymous author provides a comprehensive exploration of the life cycle and cultivation of the edible frog, Rana esculenta. This gu……続きを見る
The European or Mediterranean cultivated olive (Olea europaea L., subsp. europaea, var. europaea) is an ancient crop notable for its early domestication. Today, hundreds of olive varieties are grown……続きを見る
The future of Africa and the whole globe is dependent on sustainable agribusiness management. This book offers insights to a wide range of agricultural marketing and agribusiness management practice……続きを見る
Climate change is a key threat to agriculture. Modelling is fundamental to assessing its potential impacts. This collection summarises the wealth of research on improving climate impact models and t……続きを見る
Com um conteúdo atualizado, a publicação aborda tópicos básicos que formam a visão sistêmica essencial para o manejo do espaço poroso do solo em condições de excesso de água e avança para ferramenta……続きを見る
Pigs - A guide to Management - Second Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of pig-keeping: how pigs have developed, the influence of the market on the breeds and pig-keeping ……続きを見る
Reviews the latest research on the advances in IPM strategies for insect and disease control in horticultural crops
Highlights the challenges of using alternative methods of control successfully in……続きを見る
This collection features five peer-reviewed literature reviews on the environmental impact of livestock production.
The first chapter discusses life cycle assessment (LCA) and its role in evaluating……続きを見る
Reviews latest research on zoonoses affecting poultry meat such as Salmonella and Campylobacter as well as methods for their control on the poultry farm and in the slaughterhouse
Summarises advance……続きを見る
Covers the latest research on controlling pathogenic and non-pathogenic safety risks associated with pig meat
Comprehensive review of the factors affecting the different aspects of pig meat quality……続きを見る
Particular focus on advances in understanding insect species and landscape ecology, which provide the foundations for effective IPM
Covers latest research on classical, conservation and augmentativ……続きを見る
Reviews latest research on crop physiology and genetic diversity
Detailed coverage of key advances in breeding and their application to produce more resilient drought, salt and cold-tolerant variet……続きを見る
