This is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource that delves into the world of phytoplasmas - tiny bacteria that infect plants, causing diseases with significant agricultural and horticultural implic……続きを見る
This book features four peer-reviewed reviews on the development of alternative sources of protein as feed for pigs.
The first chapter summarises the nutritional attributes of macroalgae in terms of……続きを見る
This book describes critically reviewed key aspects of organic farming and provides a unique and timely science-based resource for researchers, teachers and extension workers, undergraduates, postgr……続きを見る
Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are biocontrol agents that are used to control a wide variety of insect pests within agriculture and forestry. In addition to their use as bio-pesticides, EPNs have……続きを見る
This book provides a state-of-the-art overview of current achievements and future possibilities for the application of epigenetic and epigenomic techniques to the improvement of crops. Creating crop……続きを見る
This collection features five peer-reviewed reviews on optimising pig nutrition.
The first chapter considers advances in nutritional requirements and metabolism and how these contribute to the susta……続きを見る
This book features four peer-reviewed reviews on organic soil amendments.
The first chapter examines the role of biofertilisers and consortia of microorganisms in improving the effectiveness of orga……続きを見る
A first of its kind, this authored book marshals data and logic that necessitate the agriculture sector to transcend beyond its conventional role of securing food, fodder, and feed. It examines Indi……続きを見る
Invasive species are responsible for significant impacts on agriculture, food security and health worldwide. This collection looks at a wide range of invasive species, including insects, plants, sna……続きを見る
The book titled “Microbiome and Plant Nutrition꞉ A Roadmap Towards Sustainable Agriculture” is expected to direct many emerging research pathways needed at local and global levels for sustainable ag……続きを見る
Reviews current understanding of the mechanisms of soil erosion, focussing on water-based and wind-based erosion processes
Considers the effectiveness of mitigation measures to reduce soil erosion,……続きを見る
This book uncovers the basic principles of microbial photosynthesis and the latest technological interventions of this crucial phenomenon. In the recent past, the basic principles of microbial photo……続きを見る
This book provides a comprehensive explanation of rainfed farming, dryland agriculture, and watershed management concepts. Despite utilizing all available water resources for irrigation, approximate……続きを見る
This book explains the lifecycle of earthworms, biological features, multiplication of worms, species of earthworms that are suitable for vermicomposting, different sources of vermicompost, nutrient……続きを見る
With the agricultural sector pledging to improve its sustainability, there is an urgent need to move away from linear food production models which rely on significant raw material inputs and generat……続きを見る
This volume on Integrated Farming Systems explains the diverse components that can be included in the agriculture sector. It is a practical guide to increasing a farm's productivity, profitability, ……続きを見る
This second edition of Geotechnical Slope Analysis is an updated version of the original scholarly book. In this edition, concepts and applications have been thoroughly revised. In particular, the ‘……続きを見る
Nanotechnology research and its application in agriculture has become a major focus in recent years. Nanoformulations offer the possibility to develop more efficient and less damaging agrochemicals ……続きを見る
Focuses on plant health issues in sub-Saharan Africa which are key to improving yields
Reviews ways of improving the health of key African crops such as cassava, maize and grain legumes
Brings toge……続きを見る
Summarises current advances in the use of seaweed and microalgae as alternative sources of protein primarily in the livestock sector
Provides an authoritative assessment on the need for alternative……続きを見る
Covers recent research on coffee genetics, physiology and genetic diversity
Reviews the latest developments in breeding new varieties
Assesses advances in measuring and understanding the chemical c……続きを見る
Unique focus on achieving more resilient, ‘climate-smart’ coffee cultivation
Distinctive agroecological approach based on improving cultivation through optimising ecosystem services
Comprehensive c……続きを見る
Reviews key advances and best practice in cultivation techniques across the value chain of organic farming
Discusses ways of monitoring and improving the environmental impact of organic crop produc……続きを見る
Highlights current issues that challenge the safety of agri-food supply chains (e.g. food adulteration, malicious contamination)
Assesses the recent developments implemented to improve safety and q……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 key steps in biopesticide product development
Comprehensive coverage of the range of biopesticides, from microbial to natural substance-based biopesticides
Strong focus on pheromone and all……続きを見る
Reviews key developments in understanding crop physiology and genetic diversity and how they have informed advances in breeding new varieties
Coverage of advances across the value chain for grain l……続きを見る
Detailed review of advances understanding and optimising the physical, chemical and biological properties of substrates to optimise their use
Strong focus on sustainability issues such as alternati……続きを見る
Discusses latest research on welfare issues for laying hens such as beak trimming;
Summarises advances in optimising hen nutrition and health;
Assesses developments in reducing the environmental im……続きを見る
Strong focus on conserving and exploiting genetic resources for breeding improved varieties
Detailed review of specific diseases such as witches broom as well as insect pests and nematodes
Covers k……続きを見る
