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Specialty Corns
CRC Press 2000; US$ 279.95A reference discussing the genetic variation inherent to corn, genetic materials available, breeding methods, and problems associated with the development of speciality corns. It also describes how genetic mutants of corn can be used to modify cornstarch for alternative uses of corn. more...
Developpement durable de l'agriculture urbaine en Afrique francophone
Centre de recherches pour le développement international 2006; US$ 30.00Les pays en développement vont connaître dans les années à venir une explosion démographique, qui sera particulièrement sensible dans les villes. La production alimentaire devra doubler dans les trente prochaines années et, parallèlement, la production de déchets et d?effluents sera multipliée par quatre. L'agriculture urbaine, qui utilise les ressources... more...
Running a Small Flock of Sheep
Landlinks Press 2006; US$ 44.95Provides information on how to successfully manage a small flock of sheep. more...
Model Plants and Crop Improvement
CRC Press 2006; US$ 189.95Provides a critical assessment of the potential of the model plant species for crop improvement. This volume presents the summary for studying the development of plant species of particular agricultural significance. It brings together experts from across the globe to summarize the achievements and the limitations of the model plant model. more...
Protozoal Abortion in Farm Ruminants
CABI 2007; US$ 140.00The farm ruminant industry forms the core of livestock agriculture in Europe and many other parts the world, and suffers major economic loss every year due to reproductive dysgenesis. Protozoal diseases cause abortion in ruminants and therefore its rapid, accurate diagnosis is vital in improving the health and welfare of farm livestock. This book is... more...
Tomato Plant Culture
Taylor & Francis 2007; US$ 87.95While tomatoes continue to be one of the widely grown plants, the production and distribution of tomato fruits have been changing worldwide. This book presents the characteristics, nutritional information, environmental requirements, and production aspects of tomato plants and fruits. It outlines the history of the tomato plant and fruit. more...
Livestock Handling and Transport
CABI 2007; US$ 140.00Great changes in the livestock industry have been brought about by the introduction of different international standards for meat suppliers. This work presents the research on transport systems, restraint methods and facilities for farms and slaughterhouses, and a contribution on animal welfare in developing countries. more...
Dairy Sheep Nutrition
CABI 2004; US$ 135.00Sheep milking is widespread throughout the Mediterranean, and is becoming more common in countries such as the UK, USA, Central America, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Good nutrition is a critical factor in optimising dairy production from sheep. more...
Measuring and Auditing Broiler Welfare
CABI 2004; US$ 120.00In response to concerns about animal welfare, food assurance schemes are now incorporating standards for animal welfare. This is particularly important in the poultry industry, where much attention has focused on the welfare of brollers (meat birds). more...
Welfare of the Laying Hen. Poultry Science Symposium Series, No. 27
CABI 2004; US$ 155.00The welfare of egg-producing poultry is a topic of great concern to the poultry industry and to researchers in applied animal behaviour. It is also subject to increased legislation. Issues such as battery cages, space requirements, access to daylight and ''free-range'' eggs have attracted public interest. more...









