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A Modern Guide to Food Economics (Hardcover): Jutta Roosen, Jill E. Hobbs A Modern Guide to Food Economics (Hardcover)
Jutta Roosen, Jill E. Hobbs
R5,035 Discovery Miles 50 350 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This Modern Guide provides detailed theoretical and empirical insights into key areas of research in food economics. It takes a forward-looking perspective on how different actors in the food system shape the sustainability of food production, distribution, and consumption, as well as on major challenges to efficient and inclusive food systems. Analysing the main characteristics of modern food markets, chapters introduce readers to the economics of food systems, product differentiation, the mediating role of food retailers, and the increasing significance and complexity of international trade in food. Encapsulating new methods in the study of food economics and policy, this Modern Guide explores changes in food value chains and consumption. It further pushes the boundaries of food economics to include economic perspectives on the role of social media and technology such as genomics in shaping food systems. Offering key insights into the state-of-the-art debates in the field, this Modern Guide will be critical reading for graduate students and researchers of food economics. It will also be a timely book for practitioners in the field wishing to take a fresh look at issues shaping food systems.

Genetic Engineering and Genome Editing for Zinc Biofortification of Rice (Paperback): B.P. Mallikarjun Swamy, Anca Macovei,... Genetic Engineering and Genome Editing for Zinc Biofortification of Rice (Paperback)
B.P. Mallikarjun Swamy, Anca Macovei, Kurniawan Rudi Trijatmiko
R2,989 Discovery Miles 29 890 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Genetic Engineering and Genome Editing for Zinc Biofortification of Rice provides the first single-volume, comprehensive resource on genetic engineering approaches, including novel genome editing techniques, that are carried out in rice, a staple crop for much of the world's population. Dietary zinc deficiency can lead to negative health outcomes, including increased risk of stunting, respiratory diseases, diarrhea, mortality during childhood, and preterm births in pregnancy. By providing a complete view of the need for zinc biofortification in rice, sections in this book discuss state-of-the-art scientific advances, and then go further, placing them in their proper scientific, regulatory and socioeconomic contexts. While zinc biofortification can be achieved through conventional breeding, genetic engineering and agronomic practices, this is the first reference to bring all the latest insights and understanding to a comprehensive resource that is based on real-world experience and targeted applications.

The Impact of Nanoparticles on Agriculture and Soil (Paperback): Nar Singh Chauhan, Sarvajeet Singh Gill The Impact of Nanoparticles on Agriculture and Soil (Paperback)
Nar Singh Chauhan, Sarvajeet Singh Gill
R3,987 Discovery Miles 39 870 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The Impact of Nanoparticles on Agriculture and Soil, part of the Nanomaterials-Plant Interaction series, contributes the most recent insights into understanding the cellular interactions of nanoparticles in an agricultural setting, focusing on current applications and means of evaluating future prospects. In order to ensure and improve the biosafety of nanoparticles, it is a primary concern to understand cellular bioprocess like nanomaterial's cellular uptake and their influence on cellular structural, functional and genetic components. This book addresses these and other important aspects in detail along with showcasing their applications in the area of agriculture. With an international team of authors, and experienced editors, this book will be valuable to those working to understand and advance nanoscience to benefit agricultural production and human and environmental welfare. In-depth knowledge of these bioprocess will enable researchers to engineer nanomaterials for enhanced biosafety.

Vegetation Dynamics and Crop Stress - An Earth-Observation Perspective (Paperback): Dipanwita Dutta, Arnab Kundu, N.R. Patel Vegetation Dynamics and Crop Stress - An Earth-Observation Perspective (Paperback)
Dipanwita Dutta, Arnab Kundu, N.R. Patel
R4,000 Discovery Miles 40 000 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Vegetation Dynamics and Crop Stress: An Earth-Observation Perspective focuses on vegetation dynamics and crop stress at both the regional and country levels by using earth observation (EO) data sets. The book uniquely provides a better understanding of natural vegetation and crop failure through geo-spatial technologies. This book covers biophysical control of vegetation, deforestation, desertification, drought, and crop-water efficiency, as well as the application of satellite-derived measures from optical, thermal, and microwave domains for monitoring and modeling crop condition, agricultural drought, and crop health in contrasting monsoon/weather episodes.

Practical Understanding Of Water Quality In Shrimp Aquaculture (Hardcover): R Dinesh Practical Understanding Of Water Quality In Shrimp Aquaculture (Hardcover)
R Dinesh
R2,256 Discovery Miles 22 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Handbook on the Human Impact of Agriculture (Hardcover): Harvey S. James, Jr. Handbook on the Human Impact of Agriculture (Hardcover)
Harvey S. James, Jr.
R6,306 Discovery Miles 63 060 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This timely Handbook synthesizes and analyzes key issues and concerns relating to the impact of agriculture on both farmers and non-farmers. With a unique focus on humans rather than animals or the environment, the book is interdisciplinary and international in scope, with contributions from sociologists, economists, anthropologists and geographers providing case studies and examples from all six populated continents. Looking at the pervasive impact of agriculture, the Handbook explores all aspects of the production of food and fiber within the agrifood value chain, including: farmers and laborers growing crops and raising livestock, businesses supplying inputs for these operations, and processors transforming plants and animals into intermediate and finished food, beverage and clothing products. Separated into four parts, it analyzes how the agrifood industry affects farmer well-being; the application of science and technology within an agricultural context; the ways in which agriculture affects the well-being of smallholder farmers, especially in developing countries; and agriculture's impact more broadly on society. This will be a beneficial read for economics and sociology students, particularly those looking at the impacts of agriculture. Accessible and clear, the Handbook will also be helpful for policymakers and agricultural NGOs wanting a more in-depth understanding of the impact of agriculture on human life.

Lost Mill Towns of North Georgia (Paperback): Lisa M. Russell Lost Mill Towns of North Georgia (Paperback)
Lisa M. Russell
R460 R373 Discovery Miles 3 730 Save R87 (19%) Out of stock
Handbook of Critical Agrarian Studies (Hardcover): A. H. Akram-Lodhi, Kristina Dietz, Bettina Engels, Ben M. Mckay Handbook of Critical Agrarian Studies (Hardcover)
A. H. Akram-Lodhi, Kristina Dietz, Bettina Engels, Ben M. Mckay
R9,920 Discovery Miles 99 200 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Exploring the emerging and vibrant field of critical agrarian studies, this comprehensive Handbook offers interdisciplinary insights from both leading scholars and activists to understand agrarian life, livelihoods, formations and processes of change. It highlights the development of the field, which is characterized by theoretical and methodological pluralism and innovation. The Handbook presents critical analyses of, and examines controversies about, historical and contemporary social structures and processes in agrarian and rural settings from a wide range of perspectives. Chapters explore the origins of critical agrarian studies, the concepts underpinning the diverse theoretical approaches to the field, and the strengths and weaknesses of different methodologies used within the field. Finally, it illuminates debates around the topic and trajectories for future research and development. This will be a vital resource for graduate students, scholars and activists interested in critical agrarian studies. The analytical and empirical insights will also be helpful to students of environmental and development studies as well as agricultural and development economics, human geography and socio-cultural anthropology.

A Handbook of Agricultural Sciences - Vol. 02 (Paperback): K. Vanangamudi A Handbook of Agricultural Sciences - Vol. 02 (Paperback)
K. Vanangamudi
R1,548 Discovery Miles 15 480 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Global Agricultural Workers from the 17th to the 21st Century (Hardcover): Elise Nederveen Meerkerk, Rolf Bauer Global Agricultural Workers from the 17th to the 21st Century (Hardcover)
Elise Nederveen Meerkerk, Rolf Bauer
R3,930 Discovery Miles 39 300 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Agricultural workers have long been underrepresented in labour history. This volume aims to change this by bringing together a collection of studies on the largest group of the global work force. The contributions cover the period from the early modern to the present - a period when the emergence and consolidation of capitalism has transformed rural areas all over the globe. Three questions have guided the approach and the structure of this volume. First, how and why have peasant families managed to survive under conditions of advancing commercialisation and industrialisation? Second, why have coercive labour relations been so persistent in the agricultural sector and third, what was the role of states in the recruitment of agricultural workers? Contributors are: Elise van Nederveen Meerkerk, Josef Ehmer, Katherine Jellison, Juan Carmona, James Simpson, Sophie Elpers, Debojyoti Das, Lozaan Khumbah, Karl Heinz Arenz, Leida Fernandez-Prieto, Rachel Kurian, Rafael Marquese, Bruno Gabriel Witzel de Souza, Rogerio Naques Faleiros, Alessandro Stanziani, Alexander Keese, Dina Bolokan, and Janina Puder.

Developing Sustainable and Health Promoting Cereals and Pseudocereals - Conventional and Molecular Breeding (Paperback):... Developing Sustainable and Health Promoting Cereals and Pseudocereals - Conventional and Molecular Breeding (Paperback)
Marianna Rakszegi, Maria Papageorgiou, Joao M. Rocha
R5,033 Discovery Miles 50 330 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Developing Sustainable and Health Promoting Cereals and Pseudocereals: Conventional and Molecular Breeding reviews the most recent developments in the fields of cereal and pseudocereal breeding, with particular emphasis on the latest biotechnological techniques likely to lead to breakthrough changes in plant breeding. The book provides comprehensive information on the use of genetic resources or pre-breeding activities to improve health-related properties of cereals and pseudocereals. The text also explores targeted field-management practices and the latest in biotechnological methodologies, and offers a cohesive overview necessary for understanding the potential impacts and benefits of improved production of cereals and pseudocereals with high-nutritional value.

Nanotechnology in Agriculture and Agroecosystems (Paperback): Avinash P. Ingle Nanotechnology in Agriculture and Agroecosystems (Paperback)
Avinash P. Ingle
R4,609 Discovery Miles 46 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nanotechnology in Agriculture and Agroecosystems presents the latest research on the role of nanotechnology in agriculture and agroecosystems, offering innovations and many potential benefits in terms of plant growth, food production, crop protection and ecosystem management. Sections introduce new perspectives on the use of nanotechnology in agroecosystems and sustainable agriculture. Subsequent chapters focus on specific areas of innovation, covering a wide range of applications, including plant disease and protection, food processing and packaging, soil quality, precision farming, and groundwater treatment. This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students across a range of disciplines, but it is also ideal for industrial scientists, engineers and R&D professionals with an interest in nanotechnology and sustainable technologies for agriculture and agro-industries.

Urban and Regional Agriculture - Building Resilient Food Systems (Paperback): Peter Droege Urban and Regional Agriculture - Building Resilient Food Systems (Paperback)
Peter Droege
R4,235 Discovery Miles 42 350 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Urban and Regional Agriculture: Building Resilient Food Systems explores the sustainable integration of food provision, distribution and consumption through urban farms, agricultural systems, user communities and structural facilities designed to optimize food production and consumption. The book addresses the fundamental and pressing challenges of urban planning problems, waste minimization, food sourcing, access and equity issues, and multiple land use optimization. Sections cover the need and opportunities of urban agriculture, discuss tradition and transition, space and regulatory topics, explore the range of urban agriculture options (aquaculture to urban permaculture), discuss support structures and constructs of physically creating urban agricultural areas, and much more. Edited and authored by leading experts in the field, this volume will be valuable for those working to address issues of food security in urban environments.

GMOs and Political Stance - Global GMO Regulation, Certification, Labeling, and Consumer Preferences (Paperback): Muhammad... GMOs and Political Stance - Global GMO Regulation, Certification, Labeling, and Consumer Preferences (Paperback)
Muhammad Amjad Nawaz, Gyuhwa Chung, Kirill Sergeyevich Golokhvast, Aristidis M. Tsatsakis
R3,535 Discovery Miles 35 350 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

GMOS and Political Stance: Global GMO Regulation, Certification, Labeling, and Consumer Preferences provides a foundational-to-current challenges resource for those involved in developing and applying regulations to these important resources. Beginning with basics of GMOs, the book first familiarizes the reader with the history, economic status, associated risks, global politics, and socio-economics of GMOs. From exploring the necessity of GMO regulations with the existing GMO technology as well as new gene editing technologies to discussion by GMO regulations experts from different continents and countries, readers will find the information necessary to understand the laws, rules, regulations and policies at domestic and international scale. A last chapter delivers an update and future look on gene-edited food and feed and discusses the possibilities on the future risk assessment, legislation and regulation of gene-edited products. GMOS and Political Stance provides a unique and applicable synchronization of all regulatory information on GMOs to facilitate effective and efficient regulatory development and adherence.

A Practical Manual On Geology And Soils (Hardcover): A S Mailappa A Practical Manual On Geology And Soils (Hardcover)
A S Mailappa
R2,097 Discovery Miles 20 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Farm Crisis, 1919-1923 (Hardcover): James H. Shideler The Farm Crisis, 1919-1923 (Hardcover)
James H. Shideler
R2,423 Discovery Miles 24 230 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1957.

Raising Chickens, Goats & Backyard Beekeeping For Beginners - 3-in-1 Compilation Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Happy Backyard... Raising Chickens, Goats & Backyard Beekeeping For Beginners - 3-in-1 Compilation Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Happy Backyard Chickens, Goats & Your First Bee Colonies in as Little as 30 Days (Hardcover)
Small Footprint Press
R859 Discovery Miles 8 590 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Raising Goats For Beginners 2022-202 - Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats For Milk, Cheese, Meat, Fiber, and... Raising Goats For Beginners 2022-202 - Step-By-Step Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats For Milk, Cheese, Meat, Fiber, and More With The Most Up-To-Date Information (Hardcover)
Small Footprint Press
R1,527 Discovery Miles 15 270 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Agricultural Economics (Hardcover): Lokesh K Meena Agricultural Economics (Hardcover)
Lokesh K Meena
R5,619 Discovery Miles 56 190 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Citrus Fruit - Biology, Technology, and Evaluation (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Milind Ladaniya Citrus Fruit - Biology, Technology, and Evaluation (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Milind Ladaniya
R4,984 Discovery Miles 49 840 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Citrus Fruit: Biology, Technology and Evaluation, Second Edition presents a comprehensive view of these globally important crops, from cultivars to consumer acceptability. Now fully revised and updated to address the latest technologies and advancements, along with an exploration of highly current topics, including the impacts of climate and COVID-19, the book presents fresh fruit scenarios from around the globe. Sections explore the challenge of losses, background on fresh citrus cultivars production, factors that impact fruit quality, morphology, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of fruit, fruit maturity, grades, and physico-chemical characteristics before moving into aspects of post-harvest technology. From irradiation and quality control to the nutritive, medicinal and safety aspects, the book presents the wide range of factors that can impact successful citrus crop production, delivery and consumption. Intended as a resource for researchers and scientists dealing with the growth, development and distribution of citrus fruit, the book provides up-to-date coverage on global citrus fruit production and practices.

The Backyard Homestead 2022-2023 - Step-By-Step Guide to Start Your Own Self Sufficient Mini Farm on Just a Quarter Acre With... The Backyard Homestead 2022-2023 - Step-By-Step Guide to Start Your Own Self Sufficient Mini Farm on Just a Quarter Acre With the Most Up-To-Date Information (Hardcover)
Small Footprint Press
R1,523 Discovery Miles 15 230 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Application of Sampling and Detection Methods in Agricultural Plant Biotechnology (Paperback): Ray Shillito, Guomin Shan Application of Sampling and Detection Methods in Agricultural Plant Biotechnology (Paperback)
Ray Shillito, Guomin Shan
R2,986 Discovery Miles 29 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Application of Sampling and Detection Methods in Agricultural Plant Biotechnology describes detection methods for seed, plants and grain derived from biotechnology. This international handbook, based on a series of workshops carried out for governments in collaboration with ILSI and Co-published in partnership with the Cereals & Grains Association, provides the technical and practical information needed to develop, validate and use detection methods. This useful resource provides readers with the tools necessary to carry out reliable sampling, detection and interpretation of data.

Kewda - Cultivation And Perfume Production (Hardcover): Jagadev P.N. Kewda - Cultivation And Perfume Production (Hardcover)
Jagadev P.N.
R6,328 Discovery Miles 63 280 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Safety and Quality Management in Food Supply Chain - A Farm to Fork Approach) (Hardcover): Sudheer K P Safety and Quality Management in Food Supply Chain - A Farm to Fork Approach) (Hardcover)
Sudheer K P
R6,621 Discovery Miles 66 210 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Widening The Food Basket - Underutilized And Underexploited Food Resources (Hardcover): Mahendra K Satapathy Widening The Food Basket - Underutilized And Underexploited Food Resources (Hardcover)
Mahendra K Satapathy
R4,217 Discovery Miles 42 170 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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