Agronomy and crop production Books
John Wiley and Sons Ltd The Agricultural Notebook
Book SynopsisOffers a complete update and revision to the manual for agriculture, geography, and rural studies The 21st edition of the quintessential reference book on agriculture is filled with updated and new material that provides those in the farming profession with everything they need to know about today's agricultural industry. Filled with contributions from top experts in the field, it provides not only the scientific explanations behind agriculture, but also a range of further reading . The Agricultural Notebook, 21st Edition features new chapters that address wildlife, the fundamentals of agricultural production, and the modern techniques critical to the industry. It offers new chapters on sheep, goats, ruminant nutrition, monogastric nutrition, and resource management. It also takes a more in-depth approach to plant nutrition, and greater attention to environmental elements. Other topics covered include: soil management & crop nutrition; animal welTable of ContentsPreface vii Primrose McConnell: A brief biographical sketch ix Contributors xiii Acknowledgements xix 1 Soils and plant nutrition 1R. Parkinson and R. Willson 2 Crop physiology 51Ian C. Dodd and E. David Elphinstone 3 Arable cropping 71L.J. Dines 4 Crop health – responding to pests, weeds and diseases 153M.A. Back, T.W. Pope and J.P.H. Reade 5 Grassland 181A. Hopkins 6 Farm woodland management 219C. Starr 7 Farming and wildlife 273G. Eales 8 Animal physiology and nutrition 291M.T. Rose 9 Animal welfare 363J. Eddison 10 Animal nutrition 379R. Hawkey 11 Dairying and beef production 417P.N. Ward 12 Sheep 467K. Phillips 13 Goats 493G.L. D’Alterio 14 Pig meat production 501A.H. Stewart 15 Poultry 551E.J. Burton and D.V. Scholey 16 Animal health 573L.M. Silk 17 Organic farming 637N. Lampkin 18 Farm business management 667D.W. Morgan 19 Resource management in agriculture 697B. Willson 20 Health and safety in agriculture 719R.G. Brunt 21 Farm machinery 735A. Taylor Index 799
£86.36
Chronicle Books Sweet Pea School
Book Synopsis From experienced flower farmer and reigning 'Sweet Pea Queen' Marryn Mathis comes this gorgeous, instructive guide to growing and harvesting your own sweet peas.With their delicate petals, whimsical vines, and intoxicating scent, sweet peas are some of the most nostalgic and beloved blooms—and they’re easy to grow. Known for the vibrant kaleidoscope of varieties she cultivates on her Washington farm, Marryn Mathis shares her deep knowledge and passion for sweet peas, taking you on an informative journey through her fields and teaching you how to plant, grow, harvest, and arrange a bounty of spectacular flowers. Inspired by Mathis's popular 'Sweet Pea School' workshops, this gardening book is a master class in sweet peas, sharing: The history of this timeless flower Best practices for planting and growing An overview of popular varieties Step-by-step instructions for creating magnificent floral arrangements Plus, Mathis’s inspiring personal story of becoming a flower farmer and building The Farmhouse Flower Farm Overflowing with stunning photos of colorful varietals, romantic bouquets, and gardens in full bloom, this modern guide to sweet peas is a must-have resource for gardeners, farmers, and florists of all levels, as well as designers and creatives eager for inspiration. Perfect for: Gardeners of all levels Flower farmers, growers, and florists Followers of @thefarmhouseflowerfarm and those who have attended their workshops or buy their seeds People who enjoy flower arranging Interior designers and artists looking for inspiration Fans of Floret Farm Gift givers looking for a Mother's Day, housewarming, birthday, or holiday presents
£18.69
Anness Publishing Growing Squashes and Pumpkins Kitchen Garden
Book SynopsisSquashes and pumpkins come in many shapes, sizes and colours. This guide also covers other members of the gourd family, from marrows to courgettes and cucumbers. Practical information is given on how to grow each type, as well as harvesting and cooking uses.
£6.99
Floris Books Growing Biodynamic Crops: Sowing, Cultivation and
Book SynopsisA biodynamic farm is an integrated, holistic organism which balances animal husbandry with growing a range of plants, crops and trees. Balance is of the utmost importance, and will result in a sustainable farm.This book focuses in depth on one aspect of biodynamic farming: growing crops. It addresses all aspects of crop husbandry, from the nature of plants and issues of land use to cultivating grassland, weed control, crop rotation, seeds and sowing, and growing cereals, row crops, legumes, fodder crops and herbs.This is a comprehensive overview of crops and cropping for biodynamic farmers, written by experts in their field.
£11.69
CABI Publishing Peach
Book SynopsisPeach is a highly valuable temperate fruit crop with significant consumer demand and nutraceutical benefits. This book provides comprehensive and up-to-date coverage on sustainable production processes for peach and nectarine. The latter is a natural mutation of peach that lacks fuzzy skin. It includes fundamental information to help reduce production risks for growers, improve fruit quality, and increase potential market returns, whilst addressing current emerging issues such as climate change and shifting global and regional production practices.Written by an international team of expert authors and highly illustrated in full colour throughout, Peach presents information in an organized and easy-to-follow manner, with content including:Peach tree architecture.Rootstocks.Cultivars.In-field operations (irrigation, fertilization, thinning, harvest)Fruit quality, composition and nutritional benefits.Peach fruit growth, development and ripening physiology.Postharvest technology, including supply chain management protocols.Preharvest and postharvest diseases.Biology and management of insect pests.The peach canning industry.This is an essential resource for students and researchers in horticulture, as well as professionals in pomology including fruit growers, consultants and extension specialists, and cold storage and transportation managers.
£57.00
Hawthorn Press Designing Regenerative Food Systems: And Why We
Book SynopsisA toolkit of 6 regenerative food growing systems which have been tried and tested. These can help farmers and growers transform industrial food production systems into resilient, biodiverse, carbon negative, productive farms and bring about an agroecological revolution. Farms and garden design for growing healthy food from living soil in low input closed loop systems. The circular food economy. The four challenges of climate change mitigation, climate adaptation, offsetting biodiversity loss and producing enough healthy food for a growing population. The author's case study of her Huxhams Cross Farm researches how depleted soil was transformed into a thriving living soil drawing on the toolkit of these 6 sustainable methods. She outlines the six main forms of sustainable food production : biodynamic, organic, permaculture, agroforestry, agroecology and regenerative farming methods. The principles and practices of each approach are explained concisely, with illustrative case studies of successful examples.There are follow up resources including articles, books, film references, and training available around the world. The book concludes with the Huxhams Cross Farm case study with hard research evidence, reviewing the extent to which the four challenges have been met and how a successful farm has been developed from bare land in 5 years. The conclusion addresses how farming can be transformed by tackling such barriers as land access for farmers, the psychology of scarcity and building farmer capacity. The key roles of food choices, policy, community supported agriculture are addressed.
£21.25
CABI Publishing Sweet Cherries
Book SynopsisThis new book provides comprehensive coverage of sustainable sweet cherry production including global trends, improved varieties and rootstocks, orchard establishment and management, the physiology of growth and cropping, and protecting the crop from adverse climates, pests, and diseases. Sweet cherries are a specialty crop, subject to significant production risks for growers, yet with high potential market returns due to strong consumer demand for the fruit's intensely enjoyable flavor and nutraceutical benefits. Written by a renowned team of experts, this book emphasizes fresh market sweet cherry production practices based on scientific principles. It serves as a resource for a scientific foundational understanding of cherry tree growth and fruit development, providing the keys to both reasoned choice of orchard practices and the solution of future problems across a wide range of growing conditions and environments. The book: - Covers improved sweet cherry varieties and rootstocks. - Describes state-of-the-art tree training and production systems. - Considers production risk management technologies and decisions. Heavily illustrated and presented in full color throughout, Sweet Cherries is written with practical details and underlying physiological concepts for use by beginning and established fruit growers, consultants, and advisors, in addition to students and professionals in horticulture.Table of Contents1: Introduction 2: Cherry Flowering, Fruiting, and Cultivars 3: Sweet Cherry Rootstocks 4: Planning a New Cherry Orchard 5: Orchard Establishment and Production 6: Sweet Cherry Pruning Fundamentals 7: Sweet Cherry Training Systems 8: Managing the Orchard Environment 9: Fruit Ripening and Harvest 10: Managing Orchard Pests 11: Managing Orchard Pathogens and Disorders 12: The Future of Cherry Production
£46.98
Floris Books Biodynamic Wine Growing: Understanding the Vine
Book SynopsisWine growers are converting to biodynamic viniculture in record numbers. Some of the worlds best wines are now biodynamic.At its heart, biodynamic viniculture is about understanding the nature of vines and their relationship to the environment. This beautifully illustrated and informative book will be of interest to current biodynamic wine growers and those considering converting to biodynamic methods. It includes: -- an introduction to the theory of biodynamic viniculture and the Goethean method of observation in relation to vines;-- practical articles on all aspects of wine growing, including biodiversity, pruning, treating and preventing disease; -- case studies of biodynamic vineyards from around the world.Biodynamic wine expert Jean-Michel Florin has gathered contributions from biodynamic viniculturists to create a beautiful, full-colour book which is both a celebration of sustainable wine growing and an invaluable guide to the future of wine cultivation.Table of ContentsIntroductionPart 1 - A Goethean Approach1. The Archetypal PlantJean-Michel FlorinFour steps of plant observationPlant growth: point, line and planeThe three types of metamorphosisThe rootThe creation of substanceFruit formationWoody plants2. The VineJean-Michel FlorinA woody climberThe grape louse plagueThe vines gestureCultivation and habitatA paradigm change: from controlling to accompanying the vinePart 2 - A New Impulse3. Pathogenesis: The Grape Louse Plague Georg Meissner4. Salutogenesis: Restoring the Vine to HealthGeorg MeissnerPart 3 - A Viticulture that Respects the Vines True Nature 5. The Agricultural Organism Jean-Michel Florin6. From Grapevine Monoculture to a Diverse VineyardWerner Michlits 7. Undersowing Vines in Organic ViticultureMatthias Wolff 8. Biodynamic Vineyards at WorkThe Zusslin Estate, Alsace, FranceJean-Michel Florin Château dEsther, St Loubès, Bordeaux, FranceJean-Michel FlorinEco Terreno, Sonoma County, California, USARobert Izzo and Daphne AmoryLittorai Wines, Sonoma County, California, USATed LemonSeresin Estate, Marlborough, New Zealand Colin RossPart 4 - How to Make the Vine Stronger9.ManureJean-Michel FlorinThe biodynamic preparations10.Esca: a Grapevine Trunk Disease Florian Bassini11.Fungal DiseasesJean-Michel FlorinField horsetail (Equisetum arvense)Willow The stinging nettle (Urtica dioica)12. The Nature of SulfurMarc Follmer13. The Nature of CopperMarc Follmer 14. Pruning to Reflect the Vines NatureHans-Christian Zehnter15. Gentle Pruning to Prevent Wood Disease François Dal 16. The Vine Nursery: Training the Breeders EyeJean-Michel Florin 17. Regenerative GraftingFrançois Dal 18.Growing Points Jean-Michel Florin Part 5 - The Future of the Vine 19. Wine Gold Hans-Christian Zehnter 20. Developments in Apple Breeding: a Possibility for the VineNikolaus Bolliger 21.The Future of Wine: Working with a Creative TensionJean-Michel FlorinAcknowledgementsPicture Credits ContributorsBiodynamic AssociationsNotesFurther ReadingIndex
£17.00
CABI Publishing Crop Pollination by Bees
Book SynopsisSince the second half of the 20th Century, our agricultural bee pollinators have faced mounting threats from ecological disturbance and pan-global movement of pathogens and parasites. At the same time, the area of pollinator-dependent crops is increasing globally with no end in sight. Never before has so much been asked of our finite pool of bee pollinators. This book not only explores the evolutionary and ecologic bases of these dynamics, it translates this knowledge into practical research-based guidance for using bees to pollinate crops. It emphasizes conserving wild bee populations as well as culturing honey bees, bumble bees, and managed solitary bees. To cover such a range of biology, theory, and practice from the perspectives of both the pollinator and the crop, the book is divided into two volumes. Volume 1 focuses on bees, their biology, coevolution with flowering plants, foraging ecology and management, and gives practical ways to increase bee abundance and pollinating performance on the farm. Volume 2 (this volume) focuses on crops, with chapters addressing crop-specific requirements and bee pollination management recommendations.Both volumes are essential reading for farmers, horticulturists and gardeners, researchers and professionals working in insect ecology and conservation, and students of entomology and crop protection.
£85.50
The Crowood Press Ltd Organic Cereal and Pulse Production: A Complete
Book SynopsisOrganic Cereal and Pulse Production provides a comprehensive guide to the production of organic pulses and cereals across a range of organic farming systems in northern temperate and maritime regions. It examines the subject of organic farming in general, and considers market demands and the issues that need to be considered when determining management strategies.
£20.66
Elsevier Science Lockhart and Wisemans Crop Husbandry Including
Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Plants 2. Climate and weather 3. Soil health and management 4. Fertilisers and manures 5. Weeds 6. Diseases 7. Pests 8. Sustainable Crop Production Techniques 9. Precision crop production 10. Organic Crop Husbandry 11. Principles of plant breeding, seed production and certification 12. World Agricultural Systems 13. Cereals 14. Oilseeds and Pulse crops 15. Root Crops 16. Energy and industrial crops 17. Fresh produce 18. Arable forage crops 19. Introduction to grass production 20. Establishing and improving grassland 21. Grazing management 22. Conservation of grass and forage crops
£86.36
CABI Publishing Cucurbits
Book SynopsisCompletely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide complete coverage relating to the production of cucurbits, including cucumbers, gourds, muskmelons, pumpkins, squashes and watermelons. These crops are grown worldwide and represent one of the largest and most important groups of horticultural food plants. This second edition of Cucurbits provides up-to-date, succinct and authoritative knowledge on this variety of crops and reflects on significant advances in the areas of production, breeding and evolution. This new edition: - Contains new chapters on abiotic stresses and cucurbits for health - Includes major updates in research on the evolution, movement and distribution of species - Explores new genetic resources and breeding advancements - Delivers current information on methods of improving yield (e.g. grafting) and the management and resistance for pests and diseases - Has an updated list of the most recent taxonomic names This book represents a current and comprehensive guide to cucurbits, is highly illustrated and written in an accessible style. It is an essential resource for students, growers and researchers.Table of Contents1: What are Cucurbits? 2: Crop Evolution and Diversity 3: Breeding and Genetics 4: Major Crops 5: Minor Crops 6: Cultural Requirements 7: Fruit and Seed Production 8: Cucurbits for Human Health 9: Diseases and Nematodes 10: Insects and Spider Mites 11: Abiotic Stresses
£46.98
CABI Publishing Strawberries
Book SynopsisThis new and updated edition of a popular text provides a broad, balanced review of the scientific knowledge of strawberries and their cultivation. The worldwide strawberry industry has grown substantially since the original book was published, and methods of culture have undergone extensive modifications. This volume incorporates important changes to the taxonomy of strawberries and new understanding of how its ancestors evolved. It includes coverage of new disease and pest control methods and recent developments in genomic information. These advancements have greatly improved our understanding of how flowering and fruiting is regulated, and will revolutionize the breeding of strawberries. Drawing on extensive research and practical experience, the author presents an essential text that: Includes new content on genomic data, trait genetics, and marker-assisted strategies for varietal improvement. Provides a thorough review of the evolution of the strawberry and the history of strawberry cultivation. Contains an up-to-date comparison of the cultural systems employed across the world and the physiology behind these practices. Presented in full-colour throughout, this is a core guide for academic and professional researchers, breeders and growers, advisors, extension personnel and students of horticulture.Table of Contents1: The Strawberry Species 2: History of Strawberry Domestication 3: Cultural Systems 4: Worldwide Strawberry Industry 5: Structural and Developmental Physiology 6: Fruiting and Postharvest Physiology 7: Pest and Disease Management 8: Breeding and Genetics
£46.98
CABI Publishing Hydroponics and Protected Cultivation: A
Book SynopsisA comprehensive, practical text which covers a diverse range of hydroponic and protected cropping techniques, systems, greenhouse types and environments. It also details the use of indoor plant factories, vertical systems, organic hydroponics and aquaponics. Worldwide hydroponic cropping operations can vary from large, corporate producers running many hectares of greenhouse systems particularly for crops such as tomato, cucumber, capsicum and lettuce, to smaller-scale growers growing fresh produce for local markets. Included in this book: Detailed technical information to help growers and students to design and run their own hydroponic operations. In-depth research to explain the factors that influence plant growth, produce quality, post-harvest life and hydroponic plant nutrition. New advances such as the use of organic nutrients and substrates, completely enclosed indoor plant factories and the growing number of small-scale, non-commercial applications. Hydroponics and Protected Cultivation is fully illustrated with colour images and photographs to illustrate key topics and help identify problem areas. It is suitable for growers, researchers and students in horticulture.Table of Contents1: Background and History of Hydroponics and Protected Cultivation 2: Greenhouses and Protected Cropping Structures 3: The Greenhouse Environment and Energy Use 4: Greenhouse Operation and Management 5: Hydroponic Systems – Solution Culture 6: Substrate-based Hydroponic Systems 7: Organic Soilless Greenhouse Systems 8: Propagation and Transplant Production 9: Plant Nutrition and Nutrient Formulation 10: Plant Health, Plant Protection and Abiotic Factors 11: Hydroponic Production of Selected Crops 12: Plant Factories – Closed Plant Production Systems 13: Greenhouse Produce Quality and Assessment 14: Harvest and Postharvest Factors
£50.87
CABI Publishing The Olive: Botany and Production
Book SynopsisThe 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 to produce high-quality fruit for oil and table olives for human consumption. Over the last 30 years, the olive industry has undergone profound innovation due to scientific and technical advances, particularly in genomics, breeding, orchard management, mechanization and agro-ecology. Not all these developments are currently available to smaller producers. Outside the Mediterranean Basin, where it has been present for over 6,000 years, olive cultivation has spread to many other countries. These new olive-growing areas are helping further the expansion of the industry, due to increased awareness of the nutritional and health properties of extra virgin olive oil.This book is a much-needed update on olive biology and cultivation, with contributions from leading international experts, and includes: Genetics and breedingOlive propagation and nurseryPlanting olive orchardsHorticultural management of olive orchardsPlant protectionOlive by-productsMultifunctionality of olive groves and ecosystem servicesThe Olive: Botany and Production is an invaluable resource for researchers and students in horticulture and agriculture, in addition to producers involved in olive orchard management.
£157.50
CABI Publishing Handbook of Phytonutrients in Indigenous Fruits
Book SynopsisThe effects of inadequate diets on the population include malnutrition, non-communicable diseases and obesity. 'Hidden hunger', also known as micronutrient deficiencies, leads to various health-related disorders and diseases. Indigenous plants, in the form of indigenous fruits and leafy vegetables are gaining interest as a source of nutrients and bioactive phytochemicals, satisfying both food demand and health needs. Moreover, with the impact of climate change, and the importance of sustainability of food systems, it is essential that we investigate new, forgotten and alternative crops that can thrive in harsh conditions, require low fertilizer input, and are easily harvestable.This book contains chapters on 33 understudied indigenous fruits and vegetables from all around the world, including African nightshade, amaranth, baobab fruit, Indian gooseberry, red bush apple and snake melon. Each chapter provides:An overview of plant botany.An understanding of the phytonutrient constituents and health-promoting properties of bioactive compounds or metabolites.Information on the biological activity of the functional compounds that will improve productivity and increase utilization of indigenous fruits and vegetables to sustain food security.Impacts of postharvest storage, processing, and traditional food preparation methods.Potential for new product development.This is an essential resource for academic researchers and industry professionals in the fields of horticulture, agriculture, crop science, human health and nutrition.
£140.40
CABI Publishing Vegetable Brassicas and Related Crucifers
Book SynopsisThe Brassica genus contains diverse and economically important species and crops, for example, Brassica oleracea including cauliflower to kohlrabi, B.rapa including pak choi to mizuna, and aquatic crucifers such as watercress. These provide humankind with huge diversities of foods, promoting health and well-being. This substantially expanded second edition reflects the significant advances in knowledge of plant breeding and crop production which have occurred since publication of the original book in 2006. Embracing new Brassicaceae research and concepts of sustainable and automated crop production, topics include: Brassica evolution and transcontinental spread as the basis for crop breeding Gene-editing, rapid sequencing, genetic markers and linkage mapping to enable efficient plant breeding Seed development, F1 cultivars and rapid maturing crops for profitable cropping Environmental impacts on pests, pathogens, crop reliability and quality Soil health and fertility as agronomic principles Environmental sustainability, biocontrol and integrated pest management Vegetable brassicas as nutrient-rich foods for optimal health benefits An invaluable resource for all those involved in Brassica production, this is essential reading for researchers and students in horticulture and plant science, growers, producers, consultants and industry advisors.Table of Contents1: Origins and Diversity of Brassica and Its Relatives - Rachel Wells 2: Breeding, Genetics and Models - Rachel Wells 3: Seed and Seedling Management - Geoffrey R. Dixon 4: Developmental Physiology - Geoffrey R. Dixon 5: Crop Agronomy - Geoffrey R. Dixon 6: Competitive Ecology and Sustainable Production - Geoffrey R. Dixon 7: Pests and Pathogens - Geoffrey R. Dixon 8: Postharvest Quality, Value and Marketing - Geoffrey R. Dixon
£63.00
CABI Publishing Edible Alliums: Botany, Production and Uses
Book SynopsisAllium crops include more than 30 species, many of which (for e.g. onions, shallots, garlic, leeks, bunching onions, and chives) are of economic importance. Bulb onions rank second only to tomatoes in terms of global production. Alliums are farmed and harvested in a range of climatic conditions worldwide, forming important parts of local diets. This book provides a comprehensive review of major and minor Allium crops from scientific and horticultural perspectives. It broadly covers modern biology (including genetics and breeding), propagation, production, processing, and nutritional and health benefits.Edible Alliums contains coverage of:Both major and minor Allium crops.Improving crop production, quality, and sustainability of Allium crops. Advances in digital technologies, 'omics' research and gene editing.Objectives for improving crop performance, such as integrated crop management, the plant-soil interface, improving propagation materials, post-harvest quality and reducing waste.This is an essential resource for scholars, researchers and students in plant science and agriculture, in addition to molecular biologists, plant breeders, agronomists, consultants, and extension specialists.
£107.64
CABI Publishing Fungal Plant Pathogens: Applied Techniques
Book SynopsisThis substantially updated edition now in full colour provides key techniques used when working with fungal and fungal-like plant pathogens. As a practical manual it also deals with disease recognition, detection and identification of fungi, plus methods to characterise and curate fungi and handle them under quarantine and quality assurance systems. Furthermore, this new edition includes significant updates with respect to:- Greater awareness and concern internationally about plant health and biosecurity.- Molecular biology - next generation sequencing and in-field detection.- Improved opportunities for surveillance and detection in diverse substrates. - Changes in taxonomy and reference to current fungal plant pathogens.- New chapters on tree health, and public awareness, outreach and communications.Fungal Plant Pathogens: Applied Techniques, 2nd edition provides a valuable guide to investigating fungal plant diseases and interpreting laboratory findings for postgraduate and advanced undergraduate students, extension plant pathologists, consultants and advisers in agriculture, forestry and horticulture, and the food supply chain.
£42.75
CABI Publishing Ganoderma Diseases of Tropical Crops
Book SynopsisThe fungal genus Ganoderma includes around 80 currently recognized species that are widely distributed in temperate, subtropical and tropical regions, and cause disease in a range of economically important perennial crops and tree-like plants. Ganoderma root and lower stem rots have a significant impact on yields from crops including oil palm, coconut, beverage crops, Acacia and rubber. The identification of species responsible for stem and butt rots is often ambiguous as closely related species may only be distinguished by subtle morphological differences. Within species there can be considerable morphological plasticity and this can make morphology-based identification difficult, particularly for species described from a single specimen. Molecular techniques are helping to slowly resolve Ganoderma taxonomy but it will be some time (if ever) before the taxonomy is fully resolved. This book brings together information on Ganoderma species that are reported to be responsible for crop diseases in tropical and sub-tropical agriculture and covers taxonomy, biology, genetics, aetiology, epidemiology and control. This book is an essential resource for researchers in Ganoderma in crop science and tropical agriculture, as well as practitioners and industry.
£94.50
CABI Publishing Kiwifruit: Botany, Production and Uses
Book SynopsisKiwifruit is one of the few fruit crops that has been successfully introduced to the marketplace and for which commercial production in several countries has expanded rapidly over the last 50 years. Kiwifruit science and production has advanced significantly during this time, with multiple new green-, yellow- and red-fleshed cultivars being commercialized while moving into the era of genomics, sustainability, digital technology and automation. This book reviews the scientific and technical information published on kiwifruit, their biology and management. It provides a comprehensive reference on kiwifruit, including their history, genetic material, culture, physiology, pest and disease control, and fruit consumption. Particular attention is given to recent threats and opportunities, including environmental issues, the disease Pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae, new genetics, new growing areas and technology advances. Contributions from a wide range of international specialists ensure coverage of key aspects of kiwifruit and their culture in different environments.Of particular interest to academic researchers in horticulture, the book is also suitable for a wider audience including extension personnel, growers, consultants, and professional and technical staff associated with the kiwifruit industry.
£144.00
CABI Publishing Invasive Species and Global Climate Change
Book SynopsisThis book addresses topics related to the impact of invasive species including biosecurity, demographics, species diversity and food security. It is meant for researchers, upper-level students, and policy makers and provides a factual basis for the underlying science and a discussion of that information with respect to current and future impacts and possible solutions. This book explores the nexus of climate change and biological invasions, resulting impacts (biological and economic) and assesses ways to reduce vulnerability and increase the resiliency and sustainability of managed and unmanaged ecosystems. The book has three parts, focusing on: (1) the dimensions of the problem; background and science; (2) case studies; (3) Management: detection, prevention, control and adaptation. This revised edition examines a wide range of topics and region, the underlying science, examples (case studies) from around the world, and ways and means to recognize, manage and control the consequences. It includes new cases and new threats; for example, a chapter summarizing case studies regarding climate change and invasive species that are also disease carriers (e.g. ticks and Lyme disease).- Covers a wide range of topics and areas- Examines the synergy between invasive species and climate change- Explains options to control and mitigate effectsThis book is of interest to academics, researchers and students studying climate change and invasive species. Those interested in the environment and ecology, land managers, policy makers, agronomists, federal and state departments of natural resources, climate change activists, public health professionals.
£108.68
CABI Publishing Jackfruit: Botany, Production and Uses
Book SynopsisJackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family (Moraceae) and is widely esteemed in tropical Asia. The jackfruit tree is well suited to tropical lowlands, and is widely cultivated throughout South and South-East Asia. It is also grown to a limited extent in Australia, USA, East Africa, as well as in Brazil, Mexico and the Caribbean. Producing giant fruits which can reach up to 80kg in size, jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. It is highly versatile, providing food, timber, fuel in addition to medicinal and industrial products. The ripe fruit is sweet and is more often used for desserts. Canned green jackfruit has a mild taste and meat-like texture that lends itself to being called a 'vegetable meat'. Hence, it is growing in popularity due to its use as a vegan meat alternative.The tree is a major component of subsistence and small-farming systems and the fruit often assumes the role of a secondary staple food as well as contributing to the livelihoods of the poor. Despite this, it is still an underutilized crop in many countries. Containing information on jackfruit production technology, postharvest management and processing, this is a valuable resource for researchers in horticulture, plant science, and those interested in sustainable food systems.
£112.50
CABI Publishing Plant Pathology and Plant Diseases
Book SynopsisThis textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of plant diseases, including pathogens, plant-pathogen interactions, their management, and future perspectives. Plant diseases limit potential crop production and are responsible for considerable losses in agriculture, horticulture and forestry. Our global food production systems are under increasing pressure from global trade, climate change and urbanization. If we could alleviate the losses due to plant diseases, we would be able to produce roughly 20% more food - enough to feed the predicted world population in 2050. Co-authored by a group of international teachers of plant pathology who have collaborated for many years, this book gives expert and seamless coverage. Plant Pathology and Plant Diseases: Addresses major advances in plant-pathogen interactions, classification of plant pathogens, and the methods of managing or controlling disease Is relevant for a global audience; it covers many examples of diseases with an impact worldwide but with an emphasis on disease of particular importance in a temperate context Features over 400 striking figures and colour photographs It is suitable for graduate students and advanced undergraduates studying plant pathology, biology, agriculture and horticulture.Table of ContentsPART 1: GENERAL PLANT PATHOLOGY Chapter 1: WHAT IS A PLANT DISEASE? Chapter 2: HISTORY OF PLANT PATHOLOGY Chapter 3: THE DISEASE CYCLE AND LIFE STYLE PART 2: PLANT PATHOGENS Chapter 4: FUNGAL PLANT PATHOGENS Chapter 5: FUNGAL-LIKE PLANT PATHOGENS Chapter 6: BACTERIAL PLANT PATHOGENS Chapter 7: PLANT VIRUSES Chapter 8: NEMATODES CAUSING PLANT DISEASES Chapter 9: DIAGNOSIS OF PLANT DISEASES PART 3: PLANT-PATHOGEN INTERACTIONS FROM GENES TO POPULATIONS Chapter 10: MECHANISMS OF PATHOGENICITY Chapter 11: PLANT DEFENCE AGAINST PATHOGENS Chapter 12: RACE SPECIFICITY AND PLANT IMMUNITY Chapter 13: POPULATION GENETICS IN PLANT-PATHOGEN INTERACTIONS Chapter 14: EPIDEMIOLOGY – DISEASE IN PLANT POPULATIONS PART 4: DISEASE MANAGEMENT Chapter 15: CULTURAL PRACTICES FOR DISEASE MANAGEMENT Chapter 16: CHEMICAL PLANT DISEASE CONTROL Chapter 17: BIOLOGICAL CONTROL OF PLANT DISEASES Chapter 18: DISEASE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES USING HOST RESISTANCE Chapter 19: BIOTECHNOLOGY FOR PLANT DISEASE CONTROL Chapter 20: FROM DISEASE ASSESSMENT TO DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEMS Chapter 21: INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT Chapter 22: PLANT HEALTH LEGISLATION PART 5: PERSPECTIVES Chapter 23: PLANT PATHOLOGY IN A CHANGING WORLD
£50.64
CABI Publishing Cut Flowers and Foliages
Book SynopsisThe cut flower and foliage industry is a global business with major production locations in North America, South America, Central America, East Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Few other horticulture crops are as ubiquitous, yet the production techniques and challenges are universal. This book describes the main international production locations and markets, including current trends and directions. The focus is on production in protected cultivation. The major species - including rose, chrysanthemum, carnation, orchid and gerbera - dominate the global market and these are individually explored in detail. Specialty species and cut foliages are also addressed, as well as significant details of production, including irrigation and fertilization, disease and disease management, and biological control of pests. Finally, the postharvest chapter covers details of harvesting, transporting and delivering high quality flowers that provide an excellent vase life. Highly illustrated with color photos throughout, this is an essential resource for students and researchers in horticulture, growers and producers, and those in the floriculture industry.Table of Contents1: The Global Cut Flower and Foliage Marketplace 2: Major Cut Flowers 3: Cut Foliages 4: Specialty Cuts 5: Irrigation and Fertilization 6: Diseases and Disease Management 7: Biological Control of Pests 8: Postharvest Management
£50.87
Elsevier Science Global Supply Chain Security and Management
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Why It's a Must Read: Astute supply chain and risk managers must acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to plan for countless human and natural risks that could impact their operation." --Inbound Logistics "…the volume does discuss security and traffic mátters in global trade…To cut losses industry and govt. must work together...and that's happening now, says the author." --Security LetterTable of Contents1. Introduction2. The Economics of Supply Chain Security3. Threats to Supply Chains4. The Role of Government5. The Role of Information Technology6. The Business and Government Interface7. Trade Efficiency and Security: Are They a Trade-off?8. Mitigating Risk and Measuring Success9. The Future of Supply Chain Security
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Elsevier Science Plant Factory Basics Applications and Advances
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPART 1. Introduction 1. Why plant factories with artificial lighting (PFALs) are necessary 2. Terms related to PFALs 3. Role and characteristics of PFALs 4. Contribution of PFALs to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Beyond PART 2. Basics 5. Photonmetric quantities and their application 6. LED product terminology and performance description of LED luminaires 7. Photon efficacy in horticulture: turning LED packages into LED luminaires 8. Balances and use efficiencies of CO2, water and energy 9. Hydroponics 10. Aquaponics 11. Plant responses to environments PART 3. Applications 12. Productivity: Definition and application 13. How to integrate and optimize productivity 14. Emerging economics and profitability of PFALs 15. Business models and cost performance of downtown mini-plant factories 16. Indoor production of tomatoes SECTION 4. Advanced Research in PFALs and Indoor Farms 17. Toward an optimal spectrum for photosynthesis and plant morphology in LED-based crop cultivation 18. Indoor lighting effects on plant nutritional compounds and mineral elements 19. Indoor Production of Ornamental Seedlings, Vegetable Transplants, and Microgreens 20. Molecular breeding of miraculin-accumulating tomatoes with suitable traits for cultivation in PFALs and the optimization of cultivation methods 21. Environmental control of PFAL 22. Human-Centered Perspective on Urban Agriculture 23. Towards commercial production of head vegetables in plant factories with artificial lighting (PFALs) 24. Concluding remarks
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Elsevier Science Sustainable Agriculture and the Environment
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPart I: Introduction 1. Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 2. Agriculture, Society, Nature and the Environment 3. Sustainable Agriculture for Food and Nutritional Security 4. Sustainable Agriculture and Sustainable Development Goal 5. Sustainable Agriculture and Soil Biodiversity Part II: Management of Biophysical Resources for Sustainable Food, Health, and Environment 6. Management of Soil and Nutrients for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 7. Water Harvesting and Management for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 8. Carbon Management and Sequestration and Mitigation of Gaseous for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 9. Management of Agricultural Pests for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 10. Conservation of Biodiversity and Genetic Resources for Sustainable Agriculture 11. Recycling and Management of Agricultural By-Products Part III: Traditional Knowledge and Innovative Options 12. Ecological Processes in Sustainability of Agriculture and Environment 13. Use of Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Resource Management 14. Re-designing and co-designing Farming Systems for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 15. Alternate Farming Systems for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 16. Urban and Pre-Urban Agriculture 17. Agroforestry for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 18. Livestock – Crop Interaction for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 19. Spatializing Crop Models for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment Part IV: Social and Policy Aspects of Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 20. The Economic, Social, Political and Institutional Context of Sustainability 21. Agricultural Policies and Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 22. Challenges, Constraints and Opportunities in Sustainable Agriculture and Environment 23. Education and Information Dissemination for Sustainable Agriculture and Environment
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New Society Publishers Permaculture for the Rest of Us
Book Synopsis Adventures on the road to real-world self-sufficiency Many of us want to increase our self-sufficiency, but few have access to the ideal 5 sunny, gently-sloping acres of rich, loamy, well-drained soil. Jenni Blackmore presents a highly entertaining, personal account of how permaculture can be practiced in adverse conditions, allowing anyone to learn to live more sustainably in a less-than-perfect world. With a rallying cry of If we can do it, you can too, she distills the wisdom of 20 years of trial and error into a valuable teaching tool. The perfect antidote to dense, high-level technical manuals, Permaculture for the Rest of Us presents the fundamental principles of this sometimes confusing concept in a humorous, reader-friendly way. Each chapter focuses on a specific method or technique, interspersing straightforward explanations with the author''s own experiences. Learn how to successfully retrofit even the smallest homestead using sTrade ReviewPublishers Weekly, October 2015 (Blackmore's) book is both a manual and a memoir, using her experiences as a springboard to explain permaculture how-tos and how-not-tos. Blackmore's take on permaculture, the concepts of which were developed in Australia, is decidedly Northern. Anyone envying typical descriptions of lush, fertile land and perfect climates will be heartened by Blackmore's story. She discusses vegetable timetables, ways to create different growing conditions, keeping weeds at bay, dirt building, heat and cold tolerance of plants, greenhouses, "lasagna gardening," and more. She also imparts her knowledge on raising chickens, turkeys, ducks, and rabbits. Her advice is perfect for the beginning and aspiring permaculturist: non-threatening, clear, and told from a charming personal perspective. Permaculture is personal journey to a more sustainable, earth regenerating lifestyle. In Permaculture for the Rest of Us, Jenni Blackmore skillfully weaves a thorough explanation of permaculture principles and practices into her own story of returning to the land. With wit and charm she draws on her experiences homesteading in a challenging climate. She deftly illustrates how she and her family have truly created abundance while embracing the natural world around them. The result is a wealth of information, advice and inspiration. ---Darrell Frey, Author of Bioshelter Market Garden: A Permaculture Farm Self-reliance is a choice today, and a difficult one, but it won't be a choice in the future. Jenni Blackmore writes with heart about her family's crawl toward living in harmony with nature. Sharing her hard-won lessons in permaculture with verve and intimate warmth, the author reveals the human side of building a new way of life: food, seeds, animals, weather and setbacks. Genuine, pithy, and filled with practical tips to encourage and guide the reader, the book also expands our knowledge of coastal ecosystems. ---Peter Bane, author, The Permaculture Handbook: Garden Farming for Town and Country and publisher, Permaculture Activist magazine A welcome breath of fresh air, Jenni Blackmore's Permaculture for the Rest of Us is exactly what the title suggests: an enthusiastic, user-friendly guide to ecologically sensitive homesteading, using permaculture principles, for those who don't happen to have the money and opportunity to buy five or ten acres of perfect farmland. For those who want to grow their own food without pesticides or the other problematic features of industrial agriculture -- and these days, it's hard to think of a more useful step toward personal sustainability -- this is an excellent guide. -- John Michael Greer, author, Green Wizardry: Conservation, Solar Power, Organic Gardening, and Other Hands-On Skills from the Appropriate Tech Toolkit As Canadians change their approach to the garden, Jenni Blackmore is leading the way. It is not that nature has changed but our attitude towards her is. Blackmore shows us how to embrace the lead that nature provides us with, in an approach that is as much storytelling as it is a guide to self-sufficiency. I am not sure if this book is more useful in the magazine rack, next to the almanac where I can pick it up and gather some nuggets of knowledge that will make me a better gardener, or next to my fat, cushioned reading chair where I enjoy a good story. We need a special category for this book. ---Mark Cullen markcullen.com For most, permaculture can seem like a complex philosophy too daunting to make part of our everyday reality. In Permaculture for the Rest of Us, Jenni Blackmore masterfully distills the concepts and principles of permaculture in such a way that the reader is convinced to put theory into practice. Both optimistic and realistic, Permaculture for the Rest of Us is a rare combination that provides both the how and why of creating a simpler life while fostering a deeper connection with nature, with the Earth, and with each other. ---Av Singh, Just Us! Centre for Small FarmsTable of Contents Introduction 1. Slug Wars or How it All Began 2. The Nitty Gritty on Building Dirt 3. To Dig or Not to Dig 4. Green Thumbing It 101 5. Easy Starter Crops 6. What? And When? 7. Gotta Getta Greenhouse 8. Warm Wussies 9. Quack, Cluck and Gobble 10. Ethics and Principles 11. Harvest Time: The Reason for it All! Glossary Suggested Reading Index About the Author
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Managing Plant Stress Using Salicylic Acid
Book SynopsisMANAGING PLANT STRESS USING SALICYLIC ACID Enables readers to understand the ability of salicylic acid in reducing the effects of abiotic stresses in different crop species Salicylic acid is an important plant hormone which acts as a multifunctional molecule and regulates key physiological and biochemical processes in plants. This book highlights the tremendous potential of treating plants with salicylic acid, either prior to or during stress. It focuses on the specific challenges and opportunities related to exogenous application or priming technology, such as the mode of application, new methodologies, and the potential impacts of salicylic acid on the environment. Sample topics covered in the book include: The latest research on the ability of salicylic acid in reducing the effects of abiotic stresses in different crop speciesThe mechanism of action of salicylic acid at the biochemical and molecular levelSalicylic acid and its crosstalk with other plant hormones under stressful enviTable of Contents1. Salicylic acid: A regulator of plant growth and development. 2. Salicylic acid mediated regulation of plant biology: An omics approach. 3. Regulation of plant primary metabolism by salicylic acid under abiotic stress. 4. Regulation of plant secondary metabolism by salicylic acid under abiotic stress. 5. How does salicylic acid regulate mineral nutrition in plants under stress? An update. 6. Seed germination to fruit maturation under stressful environment: Roles of salicylic acid. 7. Role of salicylic acid on post-harvest physiology of plants. 8. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under heavy metal stress. 9. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under heat stress. 10. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under chilling stress. 11. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under salt stress. 12. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under pesticide stress. 13. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under drought stress. 14. Salicylic acid mediated physiological and molecular mechanisms in plants under high light and UV exposure. 15. ROS regulation by salicylic acid. 16. Regulation of photosynthesis by salicylic acid under optimal and suboptimal conditions. 17. Regulation of abiotic stress by salicylic acid at gene level: an update. 18. Salicylic acid and its crosstalk with other plant hormones under stressful environments. 19. Regulation of non-enzymatic antioxidants by salicylic acid under abiotic stress: biochemical and molecular aspects. 20. Response of plant proteins under abiotic stress and their regulation by salicylic acid.
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Climate Change and Agriculture Perspectives
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsList of Contributors Foreword Preface Chapter 1 Climate change and Agriculture: State of the Art, Challenges, and Perspectives Imran, Noureddine Benkeblia, Amanullah, and Abdel Rehman Altawaha Chapter 2 Climate-Smart Plants Combat Climate Change and Liable for Food Security Imran, Amanullah, and Abdel- Rehman Altawaha Chapter 3 Adapting Crops to Climate Change Abdel Rahman M.S. Al-Tawaaha, Samia Khanum, Noureddine Benkeblia, Amanullah, Imran, Shah Khaled, Abdel Razzaq Al- Tawaha, Mousumi Mondal, Nidal Odat, Abhijit Dey, Nujoud Alimad, Devarajan Thangadurai, Jeyabalan Sangeetha , Saher Islam, and Mohammad Shatnawi Chapter 4 Role of Biotechnology in Climate-Resilient Agriculture Abdel Rahman M.S. Al-Tawaaha, Rachid Mrabet, Mina Bayanati, Banothu Santhosh, Noureddine Benkeblia, Imran, Amanullah, Shah Khaled, Abdel Razzaq Al- Tawaha, Hiba Alatrash, Yaman Jabbour, Abhijit Dey, Devarajan Thangadurai, Jeyabalan Sangeetha and Saher Islam Chapter 5 Breeding Crops for Tolerance to Salinity, Heat and Drought Abdel Rahman M.S. Al-Tawaha*, Nidal Odat, Noureddine Benkeblia, Naila Kerkoub, ZinebLabidi, Mahyeddine Boumendjel,Hichem Nasri,Imran, Amanullah, Shah Khaled, Abdel Razzaq Al- Tawaha, Mina Bayanati, Hiba Alatrash, Abhijit Dey, Devarajan Thangadurai, Jeyabalan Sangeethaand Saher Islam Chapter 6 Innovative approaches in breeding of climate-resilient crops Sandra Cvejić, Siniša Jocić, Goran Bekavac, Milan Mirosavljević, Ana Marjanović Jeromela, Miroslav Zorić, Aleksandra Radanović, Ankica Kondić-Špika, Dragana Miladinović Chapter 7 Challenges of Soil Fertility under Changing Climate and its opposing components Imran, Amanullah, Ibrahim Ortas, Tariq Mahmood, Muhammad Arif, Abdel- Rehman Altawaha and Mohammad Ilyas Chapter 8 The declining trend of Soil Fertility with Climate Change and its solution Imran, Amanullah and Ibrahim Ortas Chapter 9 Nano-Black Carbon is an Organic Tool for the Alleviation of Abiotic Stresses and its Certain Damages under Changing Climate Imran, Amanullah, Muhammad Arif, Abdel-Rehman Altawaha, and Tariq Mahmood Chapter 10 Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Non-Legume Plant and Changing Climate Abdel Rahman M.S. Al Tawaaha, Pratibha Vyas, Arun Karnwalc Noureddine Benkeblia, Swapnil Ganesh Sanmukh, Eduard Torrents Serra, Imran, Amanullah, Shah Khaled, Abdel Razzaq Al- Tawaha, Abhijit Dey, Nujoud Alimad, , Devarajan Thangadurai, Jeyabalan Sangeetha, Saher Islam, Mohammad Shatnawi, Chapter 11 Role of Phosphorus in Imparting Abiotic Stress Tolerance to Plants Bhaswati Baroowa, Sreyashi Paul and Nirmali Gogoi Chapter 12 Climate Change and Cereal Production Abdel Rahman M.S. Al-Tawaha, Javeid Ahmed Dar, Amreena Sultan, Noureddine Benkeblia, Amanullah, Imran, Shah Khaled, Abdel Razzaq Al- Tawaha, Nidal Odat, Hiba Alatrash Chapter 13 Impact of climate change on tea cultivation and adaptation strategies: Special emphasis on tea pests in North East India Azariah Babu, Somnath Roy, Rupanjali Deb Baruah, Bhabesh Deka, Kamruza Z. Ahmed , Sourajit Bayen and Suman Sarkar Chapter 14 Impact of Climate Change on Integrated Pest Management Strategies Sonja Gvozdenac, Boško Dedić, Sanja Mikić, Jelena Ovuka, Dragana Miladinović Chapter 15 Climate Change and its Effects on Plant Viruses Aarshi Srivastava, Vineeta Pandey and R.K.Gaur Chapter 16 Green chemistry in sustainable use of agrowaste Pratibha Deka, Mayuree Gohain, Nilutpal Bhuyan, Nirmali Gogoi, Rupam Kataki2 Chapter 17 Assessing Satellite-Based Products in Characterizing Agricultural Drought Under Climate Change in Northeast Brazil Franklin Paredes-Trejo, Humberto Alves Barbosa, Jason Giovannettone, T.V. Lakshmi Kumar, Manoj Kumar Thakur, Catarina de Oliveira Buriti and José Prieto Chapter 18 Understanding smallholder farmers’ perceptions of and adaptations to climate change: The case of the Zambezi region, Namibia. Lee-Ann Steenkamp and Winnie Thebuho Index
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CABI Publishing Temperate Agroforestry Systems
Book SynopsisAgroforestry is a land use system that allows for the concurrent production of trees and agricultural crops and/or animals from the same piece of land. It has a rich history of development and has been practised in some parts of the world for more than 6,000 years. In 1997, CABI published the seminal book on this subject, Temperate Agroforestry Systems, which was a break from the norm as almost all agroforestry texts up to that date were only relevant to tropical areas. The book explored the development of temperate agroforestry and agroforestry systems, concentrating on those areas within temperate zones where the greatest advances, adoptions and modifications had taken place up to that time: North and South America, China, Australia, New Zealand and Europe. This second fully-updated and expanded edition includes additional chapters on India and Chile and, as a result of ongoing advances in the field, separate chapters on the US, Canada, the UK and continental Europe. Today's challenges of climate change, population growth and food security, in concert with the ongoing global requirement for the energy and water needed for a resilient agricultural paradigm, can be met through the wide-scale adoption of agroforestry practices, in both tropical regions and temperate zones. The 2nd edition ofTemperate Agroforestry Systems brings together many examples of temperate agroforestry and will make valuable reading for all those working in this area as researchers, practitioners and policy makers. The book is also of importance to students and teachers of agriculture, ecology, environmental studies and forestry in temperate regions.Table of Contents1: Temperate Agroforestry: An Overview 2: Agroforestry in Canada and its Role in Farming Systems 3: Temperate Agroforestry in the United States: Current Trends and Future Directions 4: Agroforestry in the United Kingdom 5: Temperate Agroforestry: The European Way 6: Agroforestry in the Indian Himalayan Region: An Overview 7: Temperate Agroforestry in China 8: Agroforestry Systems in Temperate Australia 9: Temperate Agroforestry Systems in New Zealand 10: Novel Agroforestry Systems in Temperate Chile 11: Silvopastoral systems in Patagonia, Argentina 12: Temperate Agroforestry: Key Elements, Current Limits and Opportunities for the Future
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CABI Publishing Crop Pollination by Bees, Volume 1: Evolution,
Book SynopsisSince the second half of the 20th Century, our agricultural bee pollinators have faced mounting threats from ecological disturbance and pan-global movement of pathogens and parasites. At the same time, the area of pollinator-dependent crops is increasing globally with no end in sight. Never before has so much been asked of our finite pool of bee pollinators. This book not only explores the evolutionary and ecologic bases of these dynamics, it translates this knowledge into practical research-based guidance for using bees to pollinate crops. It emphasizes conserving wild bee populations as well as culturing honey bees, bumble bees, and managed solitary bees. To cover such a range of biology, theory, and practice from the perspectives of both the pollinator and the crop, the book is divided into two volumes. Volume 1 focuses on bees, their biology, coevolution with plants, foraging ecology and management, and gives practical ways to increase bee abundance and pollinating performance on the farm. Volume 2 (also available from CABI) focuses on crops, with chapters addressing crop-specific requirements and bee pollination management recommendations. Both volumes will be essential reading for farmers, horticulturists and gardeners, researchers and professionals working in insect ecology and conservation, and students of entomology and crop protection.Table of Contents1: Angiosperms and Bees: The Evolutionary Bases of Crop Pollination 2: Biology of Bees 3: What Makes a Good Pollinator? 4: Economic and Ecosystem Benefits of Bee Pollination 5: State of the World’s Bee Pollinators and the Consequences for Crop Pollination 6: Applied Bee Conservation 7: Honeybees: Their Biology, Culture and Management for Pollination 8: Bumble Bees: Their Biology, Culture, and Management for Pollination 9: Managed Solitary Bees 10: Wild Bees 11: The Stingless Bees, Tribe Meliponini
£50.87
Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing Limited Achieving Sustainable Cultivation of Bananas
Book Synopsis"The book provides an excellent overview of banana cultivation across the world and how the adaptation and adoption of inter-disciplinary management strategies ensure sustainable production…a comprehensive foundation of knowledge on which future research strategies can be built." ISHS - Chronica HorticulturaeThis volume reviews key recent research on improving banana cultivation. Part 1 reviews current challenges in banana production. Part 2 surveys ways of improving cultivation practice across the value chain, from propagation to harvesting, packaging and ripening. The final part of the book assesses ways of measuring and improving the environmental impact of banana cultivation.Highlights of the book include: the latest research on banana domestication and genetic diversity; new research on the limitations of current good agricultural practices and how areas such as soil health can be improved; and summaries of best practice in neglected but critical areas such as harvesting and ripening operations.Drawing on an international range of expertise, the collection will be a standard reference for the banana research community as well as banana producers.Trade Review"The book provides an excellent overview of banana cultivation across the world and how the adaptation and adoption of inter-disciplinary management strategies ensure sustainable production…a comprehensive foundation of knowledge on which future research strategies can be built." ISHS - Chronica HorticulturaeTable of ContentsPart 1 Banana production and its challenges1.The origin, domestication and dispersal of bananas: Hugo Volkaert, National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Thailand; 2.Understanding the banana industry: monoculture and beyond: Dan Koeppel, Independent Journalist and Researcher, USA; 3.Banana cultivation in Africa: W. K. Tushemereirwe and J. Kubiriba, National Agricultural Research Laboratories, Uganda; 4.Challenges and opportunities for smallholders in banana value chains: William Tinzaara, Bioversity International, Uganda; Dietmar Stoian, Bioversity International, France, Walter Ocimati, Enoch Kikulwe and Gloria Otieno, Bioversity International, Uganda; and Guy Blomme, Bioversity International, Ethiopia; Part 2 Improving practices across the banana value chain5.A functional approach to bunch formation in banana: D. W. Turner, School of Agriculture and Environment, The University of Western Australia, Australia; and D. J. Gibbs, Consultant, Australia; 6.Banana plant propagation methods: Sharon D. Hamill, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Australia; 7.Conserving banana germplasm through field genebanks: Mike Smith, Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Australia; 8.Good agricultural practices: an end or a starting point for more sustainable banana production?: Charles Staver, Bioversity International, France; 9.Challenges in cultivation of bananas in the subtropics: Víctor Galán Saúco, Instituto Canario de Investigaciones Agrarias, Spain; 10.Nutrition and soil management in banana cultivation: Jetse J. Stoorvogel, Wageningen University, The Netherlands; and Rafael A. Segura, CORBANA S.A., Costa Rica; 11.Harvesting and packaging of bananas: Juan José Aycart, Dole, Ecuador; 12.Ripening systems for bananas: Frits Popma, Popma Fruit Expertise, The Netherlands; Part 3 Assessing and improving sustainability 13.Life cycle assessment and carbon footprint of banana cultivation: Louis Bockel, Laure-Sophie Schiettecatte and Orane Debrune, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Italy; 14.Sustainable banana cultivation: from standards to multiple solutions: Sietze Vellema and Kees Jansen, Wageningen University, The Netherlands; 15.Organic banana cultivation and sustainability: Frans Wielemaker, Consultant (formerly Director of Research at Dole Fresh Fruit International), Costa Rica;
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CABI Publishing GM Food Systems and Their Economic Impact
Book SynopsisThe development of transgenic crops is revolutionary, but what does it mean for food production, prices and the environment? This is the first book to examine the economic evidence in a methodical way. It initially describes the historical evolution of biotechnology and defines key terms, before moving on to explore transgenic technology and food regime concepts. The book analyzes genetically modified organism (GMO) policy as part of overall agrarian policy, considering neoregulation in the USA, the EU, Brazil, Russia, China, India, South Africa and Serbia; as well as discussing agricultural performance, support and trade relations. The effect of transgenic food production on world food prices is also examined, along with food security at global and regional levels, and the links between GMOs and world hunger. The environmental implications of transgenic technology are considered through analysis of pesticide and fertilizer usage and efficiency, and pesticide consumption in GMO and non-GMO producing countries. Finally, the book considers the entry of transgenic ingredients into the food chain and lists the products affected. Key features: - Detailed analysis of economic data. - Comparison of international trends, including BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) and Serbia. - Evaluation of environmental and food security implications. - Glossary of important terms. This book will be valuable for agricultural economists, including students at Masters and PhD level. It will also be of interest to agricultural engineers, food technologists, nutritionists, industry representatives, policy makers, policy advisers and analysts and NGOs.Table of Contents1: Ancient, Classical and Modern Biotechnology 2: Genetically Modified Foods in the Light of Food Regimes 3: Does Transgenic Food Production Affect World Food Prices? 4: Food Security and GMOs 5: Is GMO Farming an Eco-Friendly Choice? 6: GMOs: What are We Eating?
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CABI Publishing Papaya, The: Botany, Production and Uses
Book SynopsisPapaya (Carica papaya) is an important and widely-cultivated tropical fruit, grown in more than 60 countries of the world. Global papaya production has grown significantly over the last few years, mainly as a result of increased production in India. Papaya has become an important agricultural export for developing countries where export revenues of the fruit provide a livelihood for thousands of people, especially in Asia and Latin America. This book includes coverage of recent research developments with the potential to improve crop yields and quality. New research has contributed to our understanding of the crop environment, plant growth and physiology of tree and fruit development with implications for both breeding and cultivation. It looks at how analysis of the papaya genome promises new, faster breeding techniques to improved cultivars and how these and other advances are helping to tackle disease like papaya ring spot viruses and major pests which cause significant losses. Key features include: updated information for sustainable papaya cultivation research developments in tackling the major production and post-harvest problems interdisciplinary and collaborative research With contributions from international experts, the book presents the current state of knowledge concerning the history, physiology, culture and marketing of papaya throughout the world. It is an essential resource for researchers, growers and all those involved in the papaya industry.Table of Contents1: Origin, History, Composition and Processing 2: Production and Trade 3: Taxonomy, Botany and Plant Development 4: Propagation 5: Biotechnology 6: Varieties and crop improvement 7: Nutrition and Irrigation 8: Plant Water Relations 9: Effects of Physiology and Growing Environment on Productivity 10: Flowering and Sex expression 11: Fruit set, development, maturity and ripening 12: Physiological disorders 13: Insect and Nematode Pests 14: Diseases 15: Greenhouse Cultivation 16: Postharvest Handling, Storage and Quality
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CABI Publishing Biostimulants for Crop Production and Sustainable
Book SynopsisAgricultural biostimulants are a group of substances or microorganisms, based on natural resources, that are applied to plants or soils to improve nutrient uptake and plant growth, and provide better tolerance to various stresses. Their function is to stimulate the natural processes of plants, or to enrich the soil microbiome to improve plant growth, nutrition, abiotic and/or biotic stress tolerance, yield and quality of crop plants. Interest in plant biostimulants has been on the rise over the past 10 years, driven by the growing interest of researchers and farmers in environmentally-friendly tools for improved crop performance. Focusing on recent progress on biostimulants and their role in crop production and agricultural sustainability, this book includes: 31 chapters on a wide range of biostimulants and their role in plant growth stimulation and stress tolerance. Mechanism of actions of diverse groups of biostimulants, such as trace elements, plant and seaweed extracts, humic substances, polyamines, osmolytes, vitamins, nanoparticles and microorganisms. New promising biostimulants with novel modes of action. Improved crop production technologies are urgently needed to meet the growing demand for food for the ever-increasing global population by addressing the impacts of changing climate on agriculture. This book is of interest to researchers in agriculture, agronomy, crop and plant science, soil science and environmental science.Table of Contents1: Biostimulants in Sustainable Agriculture. Bornita Bose and Harshata Pal. 2: Diversity and Functions of Biostimulants in Crop Plants. Durdana Hossain Prium, Sadrina Afrin Mowna, Yusha Araf, Tawfiq Alam, Md. Asad Ullah, Moutoshi Chakraborty, Most. Waheda Rahman Ansary and Tofazzal Islam. 3: Biostimulants for Promoting Eco-Friendly Sustainable Agriculture. Faria Rahman Jeba, Maisha Farzana, Tahani Tabassum, Tanjim Ishraq Rahaman, Md. Asad Ullah, Yusha Araf, Most Waheda Rahman Ansary, Dipali Rani Gupta, Moutoshi Chakraborty and Tofazzal Islam. 4: Biofortification for Crop Quality Enhancement. Hira Ali, Shamim Akhtar, Nazneen Bangash, Malik Tahir Hayat, Hafiz Muhammad Tauqeer Khan and Durr-e-Nayab. 5: Biostimulants-Induced Improvement of Soil Health and Water Use Efficiency in Plant. Usman Tariq, Adnan Younis, M. Ahsan and M. Nadeem. 6: Silicon-Based Biostimulators for Sustainable Agriculture. Grankina Alina, Bocharnikova Elena and Matichenkov Vladimir. 7: Application of Iodine, Selenium and Silicon for Promotion Crop Production.Aleksandra Golob, Anja Mavric Cermelj and Mateja Germ. 8: Organic Manure for Promoting Sustainable Agriculture. Muhammad Yasir Arfat, Ahmad Sher, Sami Ul-Allah, Abdul Sattar, Muhammad Ijaz, Abdul Manaf, Bushra Sarwar and Muhammad Muneer-ul-Husnain. 9: Use Of Organic Substrates in Sustainable Horticulture. Adnan Younis, M. Ahsan, Ahsan Akram, Ki-Byung Lim, Faisal Zulfiqar and Usman Tariq. 10: Biostimulants: An Alternative to Chemical Pesticides for Crop Protection. Ambika Chaturvedi, Pooja Saraswat, Ayushi Singh, Parul Tyagi and Rajiv Ranjan. 11: Role of Humic Substances on Growth and Yield of Crop plant. Yasser A. El-Tahlawy and Osama A.M. Ali . 12: Growth Stimulating Effects of Chitosan Biopolymer in Plants. Moutoshi Chakraborty and Tofazzal Islam. 13: Effect of Plant Extracts on Improvement of Crop Yield. Muhammad Ijaz, Haji Muhammad, Ahmad Sher, Abdul Sattar, Muhammad Zain Saleem and Muhammad Asif. 14: Use of Seaweed Extracts for Enhancement of Crop Production. Bhupinder Dhir. 15: Biostimulants for Plant Abiotic Stress Tolerance. Neerja Srivastava. 16: Molecular Priming of Plants with Biostimulants: An Effective Strategy Foralleviation of Environmental Stresses in Crop Plant. Malay Kumar Adak. 17: Biostimulants As Regulators of Stress Metabolites to Enhance Drought and Salinity Stress Tolerance in Plants. Fahim Nawaz, Sadia Majeed, Muhammad Farman, Mohamed S. Sheteiwy, Abdullah Al-Mamun, Maria Nawaz and Günter Neumann. 18: Seed Priming with Biostimulants for Better Crop Production under Stresses. Faisal Nadeem, Yamin Bibi, Umair Hasan, Muhammad Zubair, Husnain Jawad, Waseem Ahmed and Abdul Qayyum. 19: Biological Trace Elements Confer Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Plant. Aditi Shreeya Bali, Gagan Preet Singh Sidhu, Dipti Grover and Bhawna Dahiya. 20: Role of Polyamines in Abiotic and Biotic Stress Tolerance in Plant. Katarzyna Rubinowska. 21: Role of Osmolytes in Enhancement of Plant Abiotic Stress Tolerance. L. Jeyanthi Rebecca and Eiji Hirasawa. 22: Enhancement of Plant Productivity and Stress Tolerance by The Application of Exogenous Supply of Vitamins. Sadia Sabrina Alam, Afsana Hoque Akhi, Faridul Alam, Mirza Hasanuzzaman and Md. Motiar Rohman. 23: Sugar Signaling in Plants under Physiological and Stress Conditions. Zhong-Guang Li. 24: Role of Nanoparticles in Improving Stress Tolerance in Crop Plant.Abdul Qayyum, Faisal Nadeem, Yamin Bibi, Raza Ullah, Husnain Raza Bajwa, Husnain Jawad and Ahmad Sher. 25: Role of Organic Amendments in Stress Tolerance of Plant. Muhammad Ateeq, Ahmad Sher, Sami-Ul-Allah, Abdul Sattar, Muhammad Ijaz, Bushra Sarwar and Abdul Qayyum. 26: Endophytes As Potential Biostimulants to Enhance Plant Growth for Promoting Sustainable Agriculture. Munirah Tharek, Saidu Abdullahi, Md Abdul Baset Mia, Nazalan Najimudin and Amir Hamzah Ghazali. 27: Plant Endophytes in Growth Promotion and Sustainable Management of Crop Pests. Hossain Sohrawardy and Tofazzal Islam. 28: Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria as Biostimulants in Sustainable Crop Production.Aniruddha Sarker, Debasis Mitra, Pradeep K. Das Mohapatra, Most. Waheda Rahman Ansary and Tofazzal Islam. 29: Endophytes: The Immune System Modulators of Rice Plant under Abiotic Stresses. Deepanwita Deka, Jnandabhiram Chutia and Bhaben Tanti. 30: Plant-Microorganism Interactions Remediate Heavy Metal Contaminated Ecosystems. Aditi Shreeya Bali, Gagan Preet Singh Sidhu, Bhawna Dahiya and Dipti Grover. 31: Alleviation Of Salinity Stress in Non-Legumes by Beneficial Salt Tolerant Bacteria. M A Baset Mia.
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CABI Publishing GM Crops and the Global Divide
Book SynopsisAttitudes to GM crops continue to generate tension, even though they have been grown commercially for over 20 years. Negative sentiment towards their development limits their adoption in Western countries, despite there being no evidence of harm to human health. These unfounded concerns about genetically modified crops have also inhibited uptake in many countries throughout Africa and Asia, having a major impact on agricultural productivity and preventing the widespread cultivation of potentially life-saving crops. GM Crops and the Global Divide traces the historical importance that European attitudes to past colonial influences, aid, trade and educational involvement have had on African leaders and their people. The detrimental impact that these attitudes have on agricultural productivity and food security continues to be of growing importance, especially in light of climate change, drought and the potential rise in sea levels - the effects of which could be mitigated by the cultivation of GM and gene-edited crops. Following on from her previous books Genes for Africa, GM Crops: The Impact and the Potential and Food for Africa, Jennifer Thomson unravels the reasons behind these negative attitudes towards GM crop production. By addressing the detrimental effects that anti-GM opinions have on nutrition security in developing countries and providing a clear account of the science to counter these attitudes, she hopes to highlight and ultimately bridge this global divide.Table of Contents1: Genetically Modified Organisms make their entrance 2: GM crops arrive on the scene 3: The West's stand on GM crops 4: GM crops made in Africa for Africa by Africans 5: Learning from economists 6: How to bust myths and the importance of communication 7: Countries that got it right and why 8: To label or not to label, that is the question 9: The West versus Africa 10: The West versus the Rest 11: Conclusions
£31.25
CABI Publishing Medicinal Plants Used in Traditional Persian
Book SynopsisMedicinal plants and the natural products within them, still remain the starting point for breakthroughs in the development of safe, pharmacologically active synthetic molecules for use in a wide variety of clinical situations. Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) is one of the most ancient medical doctrines, and is well-documented in terms of information about diseases, diagnoses and treatments, especially in the application of medicinal plants. TPM has been used for centuries worldwide, and many of these methods are still used in Iran today.The book introduces the basics of TPM, and describes the key medicinal plants used for the treatment of different diseases. It also highlights possible new targets for research activities in drug discovery of natural products. The book is richly illustrated with historic drawings from old Persian pharmacopoeia and photos of plants in their natural habitats. Reference to Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese Medicine and monastic medicine in Europe are also made.While knowledge about medicinal plants used in TPM still exists in Iran there is a risk that the detailed expertise provided by older generations will be lost in the near future. It is therefore very important that this cultural heritage is properly preserved. This book provides a valuable, evidence-based resource on TPM for researchers, practitioners and students in medicinal plants, ethnobotany and herbal medicine.
£157.50
Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing Limited Achieving Sustainable Turfgrass Management
Book SynopsisTurfgrass is required to meet a challenging range of aesthetic, functional and environmental requirements, whilst also adapting to the threat of abiotic and biotic stresses which are being accentuated by climate change. The turfgrass industry is also facing increasing pressure to reduce its environmental impact and advance more sustainable maintenance practices that utilise and/or optimise fewer agronomic-related resources.Achieving sustainable turfgrass management summarises the wealth of recent research that addresses these challenges, whilst also identifying potential mitigation strategies to reduce the sector’s contribution to climate change, such as reduced fertilizer use and water conservation. This collection also highlights developments in breeding for improved cultivars of turfgrass with enhanced abiotic and biotic stress responses, as well as climate resilience.In its extensive exploration of turfgrass physiology, breeding and cultivation, the book showcases how the turfgrass industry can adopt more sustainable management practices and reduce its environmental impact.Table of ContentsPart 1 Physiology, breeding and cultivation 1.Advances in understanding turfgrass physiology: David Jespersen, University of Georgia, USA; Benjamin Wherley, Texas A&M University, USA; and Michelle DaCosta, University of Massachusetts Amherst, USA; 2.Advances in breeding for improved cultivars of turfgrass: Phillip L. Vines, University of Georgia, USA; Ambika Chandra, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, USA; and Trent M. Tate, GO Seed, Inc., USA; 3.Advances in soil management for successful establishment and maintenance of turfgrass: Douglas J. Soldat and Paul L. Koch, University of Wisconsin, USA; 4.Advances in phosphite utilization for turfgrass: John Dempsey, Independent Turfgrass Research, Ireland; 5.Advances in irrigation and water management of turfgrass: Marco Schiavon, Fort Lauderdale Research and Education Center, University of Florida, USA; and Matteo Serena, United States Golf Association, USA; 6.Advances in maintenance practices of turfgrass: Adam W. Thoms, Iowa State University, USA; and Alex J. Lindsey, University of Florida, USA; 7.Advances in turfgrass for athletic fields and sports pitches: Gerald M. Henry, University of Georgia, USA; 8.Advancements in turfgrass for ornamental lawns: Rebecca Grubbs Bowling, Texas A&M University, USA; and Joseph Young, Texas Tech University, USA; Part 2 Biotic and abiotic stresses 9.Advances in turfgrass disease management: James Kerns, North Carolina State University, USA; 10.Advances in turfgrass insect pest management: Benjamin A. McGraw, Audrey Simard and Garrett Y. Price, Pennsylvania State University, USA; 11.Advances in turfgrass weed management: Matthew T. Elmore, Rutgers University, USA; Aaron J. Patton, Purdue University, USA; Travis W. Gannon, North Carolina State University, USA; and James T. Brosnan, University of Tennessee, USA; 12.Advances in plant growth regulation in turfgrass: David Gardner and Ed Nangle, The Ohio State University, USA; 13.Advances in abiotic stress management in turfgrass: Charles Fontanier, Oklahoma State University, USA; and Chrissie A. Segars, Texas A&M University, USA; 14.Advances in managing organic matter in turfgrass ecosystems: Alec Kowalewski, Charles Schmid, Ruying Wang and Emily Braithwaite, Oregon State University, USA; 15.Advances in biostimulants in turfgrass: Michael Fidanza, Pennsylvania State University, USA; Cale Bigelow, Purdue University, USA; Stanley Kostka, Pennsylvania State University, USA; Erik Ervin, University of Delaware, USA; Roch Gaussoin, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA; Frank Rossi, Cornell University, USA; John Cisar, Cisar Turfgrass Research Service, USA; F. Dan Dinelli, North Shore Country Club, USA; John Pope, Pope Soils Consulting and Counseling Services, USA; and James Steffel, Lehigh Agricultural and Biological Services, USA; Part 3 Case studies 16.Considerations with using unmanned aircraft systems in turfgrass: Dale J. Bremer, Kansas State University, USA; Dana G. Sullivan, TurfScout, LLC, USA; Phillip L. Vines, University of Georgia, USA; David McCall, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA; Jing Zhang, University of Georgia, USA; and Mu Hong, Colorado State University, USA; 17.Considerations with selecting turfgrass varieties and cultivars: Kevin Morris, National Turfgrass Evaluation Program, USA; Yuanshuo Qu, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, USA; Len Kne, University of Minnesota, USA; and Steve Graham, University of Minnesota, USA; 18.Considerations with turfgrasses and pollinators: Michelle Wisdom and Michael Richardson, University of Arkansas, USA; and Paige Boyle, Utah State University, USA; 19.Considerations with water for turfgrass in arid environments: Brian Whitlark, United States Golf Association, USA; Kai Umeda, University of Arizona, USA; Bernhard R. Leinauer, New Mexico State University, USA; and Matteo Serena, University of California- Riverside, USA; 20.Considerations with soil testing in turfgrass: Cole Thompson, United States Golf Association, USA; Elizabeth Guertal, Auburn University, USA; Pauric McGroary, Waypoint Analytical, USA; Douglas Soldat, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA; and Bryan G. Hopkins, Brigham Young University and Soil Science Society of America, USA;
£156.75
CABI Publishing Onions and Other Vegetable Alliums
Book SynopsisThis fully revised, expanded and updated edition of the successful text, Onions and Other Vegetable Alliums, relates the production and utilization of these familiar and important vegetable crops to the many aspects of plant science underpinning their production and storage technologies. Chapters cover species and crop types, plant structure, genetics and breeding, physiology of growth and development as well as pests and diseases, production agronomy, storage after harvest and the biochemistry of flavour, storage carbohydrates and colour and how this relates to nutritional and health benefits. From this wide perspective it is possible to see many examples where underlying scientific knowledge illuminates, explains and can improve agronomic practice. The reader will get an insight into how molecular methods are revolutionizing the study of taxonomy, genetics, pathology and physiology and how these methods are being applied in the breeding of improved crops.Table of Contents1: The Classification, Origins, Distribution and Economic Importance of the Major Vegetable Crops 2: The Structure of Edible Alliums 3: The Genetics and Plant Breeding of Allium Crops 4: Physiology of Crop Growth, Development and Yield 5: Interactions with Other Organisms: Weeds, Pests, Diseases and Symbionts 6: Agronomy and Crop Protection 7: Crop Storage and Dormancy 8: Biochemistry, Health Benefits and Food Science of Alliums"
£48.31
CABI Publishing Citrus
Book SynopsisCitrus fruit, originating in Southeast Asia, have been cultivated and enjoyed for over 4000 years. Moreover, they are grown in nearly every country within 40°north-south latitude, the major producers being China, Brazil, the USA, and countries bordering the Mediterranean. This new edition continues to adopt an international perspective on citrus, covering its biology and cultivation as well as considering issues in the citrus industry and providing examples from around the world. The authors include discussion on important topics such as biotechnical advances in citrus genetics, current techniques in breeding, the role of climatic factors in worldwide production, the importance of rootstocks, plant husbandry, pests and diseases, and postharvest technology. They emphasize current theories and technological advances in citriculture, citing specific examples of how they are used and in which regions. Citrus 2nd edition describes the scientific basis of production practices and is aimed at professionals in the industry as well as advanced students of horticulture and allied disciplines within plant science and food science.Table of Contents1: HISTORY, DISTRIBUTION AND USES OF CITRUS FRUIT 2: TAXONOMY, CULTIVARS AND BREEDING 3: ROOTSTOCKS 4: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINTS ON GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT AND PHYSIOLOGY OF CITRUS 5: PLANT HUSBANDRY 6: ARTHROPOD PESTS 7: DISEASES 8: FRUIT QUALITY, HARVESTING AND POSTHARVEST TECHNOLOGY
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CABI Publishing Modeling Physiology of Crop Development, Growth
Book SynopsisModel studies focus experimental investigations to improve our understanding and performance of systems. Concentrating on crop modeling, this book provides an introduction to the concepts of crop development, growth, and yield, with step-by-step outlines to each topic, suggested exercises and simple equations. A valuable text for students and researchers of crop development alike, this book is written in five parts that allow the reader to develop a solid foundation and coverage of production models including water- and nitrogen-limited systems.Table of ContentsPart I: Background 1: What is a crop model? 2: Fundamental Guides in Constructing Crop Models 3: Evaluation of Model to Meet Objectives 4: Applications of Crop Models 5: Status of Crop Modeling Part II: Potential Production Models 6: Phenology - Temperature 7: Phenology - Temperature & Photoperiod 8: Phenology - Vernalization 9: Crop Leaf Area 10: Dry Matter Production 11: Dry Matter Distribution and Yield Formation 12: A Model for Potential Production Part III: Water-Limited Models 13: Soil Water 14: Soil Water Balance 15: Plant Responses to Soil Water Deficit and Excess 16: A Model for Water-Limited Conditions Part IV: Nitrogen-Limited Models 17: Plant Nitrogen Budget 18: Soil Nitrogen Balance 19: A Model for Nitrogen-Limited Conditions 20: Appendices
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Crumps Barn Studio Colkirk Tales: a unique and unforgettable memoir
Book Synopsis"My earliest recollection of Colkirk was, I think, the Diamond Jubilee of good Queen Victoria in 1897 ... " Alfred Absolon's memoir is a unique window into life in rural Norfolk before the Great War and a story full of his family's farming heritage. He grows up on his aunt's farm in the village of Colkirk. This is a place where folklore is as real as the seasons and the harvest is gathered by men and horses. The threshing machine is powered by a steam engine, and the village is home to traditional craftsmen who practice a fading way of life. This is an authentic and unforgettable first-person account of life in a Norfolk village at the turn of the century (1897-1929)
£8.54
Springer Nature Switzerland AG Root, Tuber and Banana Food System Innovations:
Book SynopsisThis open access book describes recent innovations in food systems based on root, tuber and banana crops in developing countries. These innovations respond to many of the challenges facing these vital crops, linked to their vegetative seed and bulky and perishable produce. The innovations create value, food, jobs and new sources of income while improving the wellbeing and quality of life of their users. Women are often key players in the production, processing and marketing of roots, tubers and bananas, so successful innovation needs to consider gender. These crops and their value chains have long been neglected by research and development, hence this book contributes to filling in the gap. The book features many outcomes of the CGIAR Research Program in Roots, Tubers and Banana (RTB), which operated from 2012-21, encompassing many tropical countries, academic and industry partners, multiple crops, and major initiatives. It describes the successful innovation model developed by RTB that brings together diverse partners and organizations, to create value for the end users and to generate positive economic and social outcomes. RTB has accelerated the scaling of innovations to reach many end users cost effectively. Though most of the book’s examples and insights are from Africa, they can be applied worldwide. The book will be useful for decision makers designing policies to scale up agricultural solutions, for researchers and extension specialists seeking practical ideas, and for scholars of innovation.Table of ContentsSection A: Overview, Institutional Change and ScalingChapter 1 - OverviewGraham Thiele, Michael Friedmann, Vivian Polar and Hugo CamposChapter 2 - Innovation models to deliver value at scale: the RTB Program Helen Hambly, Michael Friedmann, Claudio Proietti, Vivian Polar, Sarah Fernandes, Graham ThieleChapter 3 - Scaling Readiness: learnings from applying a novel approach to support scaling of food system innovationsMarc Schut, Cees Leeuwis, Murat Sartas, Luis Alejandro Taborda Andrade, Jacob van Etten, Anna Muller, Thierry Tran, Arnaud Chapuis and Graham ThieleSection B: Processing, Marketing and DistributionChapter 4 - Cost-effective cassava processing: Case study of small-scale flash dryer reengineeringThierry Tran, Adebayo Abass, Luis Alejandro Taborda Andrade, Arnaud Chapuis, Marcelo Precoppe, Laurent Adinsi, Alexandre Bouniol, Makuachukwu Ojide, Suraju Adeyemi Adegbite, Simon Singi Lukombo, Murat Sartas, Béla Teeken, Apollin Fotso Kuate, Robert Ndjouenkeu, Martín Moreno, John Belalcázar, Luis Augusto Becerra López-Lavalle, Dominique DufourChapter 5 - Orange-Fleshed Sweetpotato Puree, a Breakthrough Product for the Bakery Sector in Africa Mukani Moyo, Van-Den Truong, Josip Simunovic, Jean Pankuku, George Ooko Abong, Francis Kweku Amagloh, Richard Fuchs, Antonio Magnaghi, Srinivasulu Rajendran, Fredrick Grant and Tawanda MuzhingiChapter 6 - Turning waste to wealth: Harnessing the potential of cassava peels for nutritious animal feedIheanacho Okike, Seerp Wigboldus, Anandan Samireddipalle, Diego Naziri, Akin O. K. Adesehinwa, Victor Attah Adejoh, Tunde Amole, Sunil Bordoloi, Peter KulakowChapter 7 - Transferring cassava processing technology from Brazil to AfricaAlfredo Augusto Cunha Alves, Luciana Alves de Oliveira, and Joselito da Silva MottaChapter 8 - Improving Safety of Cassava ProductsLinley Chiwona-Karltun, Leon Brimer, Jose JacksonSection C: Enhancing productivityChapter 9 - Innovative digital technologies to monitor and control pest and disease threats in root, tuber, and banana (RTB) cropping systems: Progress and prospects Jan Kreuze, Julius Adewopo, Michael Selvaraj, Leroy Mwanzia, Lava Kumar, Wilmer J. Cuellar, James P. Legg, David Hughes, Guy Blomme Chapter 10 - Scaling banana bacterial wilt management through single diseased stem removal in the Great Lakes RegionEnoch Kikulwe, Marsy Asindu, Walter Ocimati, William Tinzaara, Francois Iradukunda, Susan Ajambo, Guy BlommeChapter 11 - Toolbox for Working with Root, Tuber and Banana Seed SystemsJorge L. Andrade-Piedra, Karen A. Garrett, Erik Delaquis, Conny J.M. Almekinders, Margaret A. McEwan, Fleur B.M. Kilwinger, Sarah Mayanja, Lucy Mulugo, Israel Navarrete, Aman Bonaventure Omondi, Srinivasulu Rajendran, P. Lava KumarChapter 12. Securing sweetpotato planting material for farmers in dryland Africa: Gender-responsive communication approaches to scale Triple SMargaret A. McEwan, T.A. van Mourik, M.C. Hundayehu, F. Asfaw, S. Namanda, I. Suleman, Sarah Mayanja, S. Imoro, P.M. Etwire Chapter 13 - Revolutionizing early generation seed potato in East AfricaElmar Schulte-Geldermann, Rogers Kakuhenzire, Kalpana Sharma, Monica ParkerChapter 14: Transforming Yam Seed Systems in West AfricaNorbert Maroya, Morufat Balogun, Beatrice Aighewi, Djana B. Mignouna, P. Lava Kumar, and Robert Asiedu Chapter 15 - Commercially sustainable cassava seed systems in AfricaJames P. Legg, E Diebiru-Ojo, D. Eagle., M. Friedmann, E. Kanju, R. Kapinga, P.L. Kumar, S. Lateef, S. Magige, K. Mtunda, G. Thiele, J. Yabeja and H. NitturkarChapter 16 - Building demand-led and gender-responsive breeding programsVivian Polar, Béla Teeken, Janet Mwende, Pricilla Marimo, Hale A Tufan, Jacqueline A Ashby, Steve Cole, Sarah Mayanja, Julius J Okello, Peter Kulakow, Graham ThieleSection D: Improving livelihoodsChapter 17 - Scaling Readiness of Biofortified Root, Tuber, and Banana Crops for Africa Jan Low, Anna-Marie Ball, Paul Ilona, Beatrice Ekesa, Simon Heck, Wolfgang Pfeiffer
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Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH Biorefinery of Oil Producing Plants for
Book SynopsisBiorefinery of Oil Producing Plants for Value-Added Products An instructive and up-to-date pretreatment and industrial applications of oil producing plants Biorefinery of Oil Producing Plants for Value-Added Products is a two-volume set that delivers a comprehensive exploration of oil producing plants, from their availability to their pretreatment, bioenergy generation, chemical generation, bioproduct generation, and economic impact. The distinguished team of editors has included a wide variety of highly instructive resources written by leading contributors to the field. This set explores the current and future potential of bioenergy production to address the energy and climate crisis, as well as the technologies used to produce materials like biogas, biodiesel, bioethanol, biobutanol, biochar, fuel pellets, and biohydrogen. It also discusses the production of biobased chemicals, including bio-oil, biosurfactants, catanionic surfactants, glycerol, biovanillin, bioplastic, and plant-oil based polyurethanes. Concluding with an insightful analysis of the economic effects of oil producing plants, the set also offers readers: A thorough introduction to the availability of oil producing plants, including palm oil, castor oil, jatropha, nyamplung, and coconut A comprehensive exploration of the pretreatment of oil producing plants, including the physical, chemical and biological pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass Practical discussion of the generation of bioenergy, including biogas generation in the palm oil mill and biodiesel production techniques using jatropha In-depth examinations of the generation of biobased chemicals, including those produced from the tobacco plant Perfect for researchers and industry practitioners involved with the biorefinery of oil producing plants, Biorefinery of Oil Producing Plants for Value-Added Products also belongs in the libraries of undergraduate and graduate students studying agriculture, chemistry, engineering, and microbiology.Table of ContentsVolume 1 Preface xvii About the Editors xix 1 A Glance On Oil Producing Plants, Pretreatment and Bioenergy Production Using Oil Producing Plant 1 Suraini Abd-Aziz and Misri Gozan References 9 Part I Availability of Oil Producing Plants 11 2 Demand and Sustainability of Palm Oil Plantation 13 Suraini Abd-Aziz, Misri Gozan, Mohamad Faizal Ibrahim, and Lai-Yee Phang 2.1 Introduction 13 2.2 Production and Consumption of Global Palm Oil Industry 14 2.3 Major Hindrances in Sustainability Considerations 17 2.3.1 Environmental Issues 18 2.3.2 Socioeconomic Issues 19 2.4 Future Sustainability Implications of the World Largest Palm Oil Producers 20 2.4.1 Indonesia 21 2.4.2 Malaysia 22 2.5 Sustainable Versus Unsustainable Palm Oil Toward Carbon Neutral Emissions 23 2.6 Conclusions 24 References 25 3 Planting and Harvesting Jatropha 29 Penjit Srinophakun, Anna Saimaneerat, and Vipa Hongtrakul 3.1 Introduction 29 3.2 KUBP 78-9 and KUBP 202 Varieties 30 3.2.1 Plant Spacing 31 3.2.2 Plantation Layout and Data Collection 31 3.2.3 Fertilizer Application 33 3.2.4 Cutting Management 35 3.2.5 Weed Control 35 3.2.6 Insect, Pest, and Disease Control 37 3.3 Jatropha Performance 38 3.3.1 Plant Height and Canopy Width 38 3.3.2 First Flowering Day 40 3.3.3 Rainfall 41 3.3.4 Harvesting 43 3.3.5 Seed Yield and Weight of 100-Seed 45 3.4 Conclusions 47 Acknowledgments 47 References 47 4 Castor Oil (Ricinus communis) 51 Is Fatimah, Suresh Sagadevan, Baranya Murugan, and Oki Muraza 4.1 Source and Cultivation of the Castor Plant 51 4.2 Castor Oil Production 54 4.2.1 Cultivating and Harvesting Ricinus communis 54 4.2.2 Extraction of Castor Oil 57 4.2.3 Refining of Castor Oil 59 4.2.4 Standardization of Castor Oil 60 4.3 Castor Oil Products 60 4.3.1 Hydrogenated Castor Oil 60 4.3.2 Biodiesel from Castor Oil 61 4.3.3 Polymer from Castor Oil 67 4.3.4 Plasticizer from Castor Oil 67 4.3.5 Biolubricant from Castor Oil 69 4.3.6 Pharmaceutical Solvent from Castor Oil 72 4.4 Conclusions 73 References 73 5 Nyamplung (Calophyllum inophyllum) Oil 79 Nurul Sabrena Hanafi, Misri Gozan, and Suraini Abd-Aziz 5.1 Introduction 79 5.2 Nyamplung (Calophyllum inophyllum) 80 5.2.1 Characteristic of Nyamplung Seed Oil 81 5.2.2 Extraction of Nyamplung Seed Oil 82 5.2.2.1 Mechanical Extraction 83 5.2.2.2 Solvent Oil Extraction (Chemical Extraction) 83 5.2.3 Applications of Nyamplung Seed Oil 83 5.2.3.1 Medicinal Purposes 84 5.2.3.2 Cosmetic Ingredient 84 5.2.3.3 Biodiesel 85 5.3 Potential of Nyamplung Seed Oil as Biolubricant 86 5.3.1 Reactions Involved in Biolubricants Manufacturing 86 5.3.1.1 Transesterification 86 5.3.1.2 Epoxidation 87 5.3.2 Emerging Area of Biolubricant Industries Using Alternative Oil/Seed Oil 88 5.3.2.1 Applications of Biolubricant 89 5.3.2.2 Chemical Modification of Biolubricant 89 5.4 Conclusions 91 References 92 6 Coconut Oil 99 Muhammad A. Darmawan, Kiman Siregar, and Misri Gozan 6.1 Introduction 99 6.2 Extraction Process of Coconut Oil 100 6.2.1 Dry Extraction Process 100 6.2.1.1 Coconut Testa Oil 102 6.2.1.2 Copra Oil 102 6.2.2 Coconut Refining Process 102 6.2.2.1 Chemical Refining Process 102 6.2.2.2 Physical Refining Process 103 6.2.3 Wet Extraction Process 103 6.2.3.1 Heat and Cold Extraction of Virgin Coconut Oil 103 6.2.3.2 Fermentation and Enzymatic Process of Virgin Coconut Oil 104 6.3 Physicochemical and Chemical Compositions of Coconut Oil 105 6.4 The Properties of Coconut Fruit 108 6.5 Health Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil 111 6.5.1 Virgin Coconut Oil Effects on Artery Disease 111 6.5.2 Antioxidant Activity of Virgin Coconut Oil 111 6.5.3 Antidiabetic Activity of Virgin Coconut Oil 112 6.5.4 Antimicrobial Activity of Virgin Coconut Oil 112 6.6 Coconut Oil as Fuel 112 6.7 Coconut Oil as Cooking Oil 113 6.8 Productivity and Problems in Coconut Plantation 114 6.8.1 Productivity of Coconut Plantation in Indonesia 114 6.8.2 Problems of Coconut Plantation and Industry in Indonesia 115 6.9 Conclusions 116 References 116 Part II Pretreatment 123 7 Efficient Physical and Chemical Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Biomass 125 Liping Tan, Jian Zhao, and Yinbo Qu 7.1 Introduction 125 7.2 Type of Physical and Chemical Pretreatment 126 7.2.1 Bisulfite Pretreatment 126 7.2.2 Formiline Pretreatment 128 7.2.3 Hydrothermal Pretreatment 128 7.2.4 Deep Eutectic Solvents (DES) Pretreatment 129 7.2.5 Comparison of Physical and Chemical Pretreatment Methods 130 7.2.6 Combinations of Physical and Chemical Pretreatment 133 7.3 Conclusions 135 Acknowledgment 135 References 135 8 Ionic Solution Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Biomass 141 Chien-Yuan Su, Wei-Chun Hung, Chiung-Fang Liu, Bo-Jhih Lin, and Hou-Peng Wan 8.1 Overview of Biomass Hydrolysis 141 8.1.1 Acid Hydrolysis 143 8.1.2 Ionic Liquid Hydrolysis 144 8.1.2.1 Development and Principle of Ionic Liquid Hydrolysis 144 8.1.2.2 Ionic Solution Hydrolysis 145 8.2 Case Study of Ionic Solution Hydrolysis 147 8.2.1 Feedstock Analysis and Dissolution Efficiency 147 8.2.2 Sugar Yields from Various Biomass via Ionic Solution Hydrolysis 150 8.2.3 Purification of Hydrolysis Products 151 8.2.3.1 Liquid–Liquid Extraction 151 8.2.3.2 Reactive Distillation 151 8.2.3.3 Ion Exclusion Chromatography and Membrane Filtration 153 8.2.4 Comparison of Hydrolysis Pretreatment Technologies and Summary 155 Acknowledgment 157 References 157 9 Biological Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Biomass 161 Sehanat Prasongsuk, Wichanee Bankeeree, Pongtharin Lotrakul, Suraini Abd-Aziz, and Hunsa Punnapayak 9.1 Introduction 161 9.2 Microorganisms and Enzymes Involved in Biological Pretreatment 162 9.2.1 Fungal Pretreatment 164 9.2.2 Enzymatic Pretreatment 165 9.3 Factors Affecting Biological Pretreatment 168 9.3.1 Cultivation Condition 168 9.3.2 Incubation Time 168 9.3.3 Moisture Content 168 9.3.4 pH and Temperature 168 9.4 Biological Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Biomass into Value-Added Products 169 9.4.1 Bioconversion into Fermentable Sugar for Bioethanol Production 169 9.4.2 Biogas Production 171 9.5 Conclusions 172 Acknowledgment 173 References 173 10 Lignin-Degrading Enzymes 179 Adriana C. Lee, Mohamad Faizal Ibrahim, and Suraini Abd-Aziz 10.1 Introduction 179 10.2 Lignin Types and Structures 180 10.3 Lignin-Degrading Enzymes (LDEs) 181 10.3.1 Lignin Peroxidase or Ligninase (LiP) 181 10.3.2 Manganese Peroxidase (MnP) 183 10.3.3 Versatile Peroxidase (VP) 185 10.3.4 Dye-Decolorizing Peroxidases (DyPs) 185 10.3.5 Laccase 186 10.3.6 New Enzymatic Delignification Activities 189 10.3.6.1 β-Etherases (Glutathione-Dependent Lignin-Degrading Enzyme) 189 10.3.6.2 Biphenyl-Binding Enzyme Cleavage Systems 190 10.3.6.3 Enzyme O-Demethylation Networks 190 10.3.6.4 Activities of General Oxidative 190 10.4 Application of LDE in Biorefinery Pretreatment 191 10.5 Conclusions 194 References 194 11 Enzymes for Hemicellulose Degradation 199 Wichanee Bankeeree, Sehanat Prasongsuk, Pongtharin Lotrakul, Suraini Abd-Aziz, and Hunsa Punnapayak 11.1 Introduction 199 11.2 Hemicellulolytic Enzymes 200 11.3 Xylanolytic Enzyme Classification 201 11.4 Catalytic Mechanisms 204 11.5 Sources and Properties of Xylanolytic Enzymes 205 11.5.1 Bacterial Xylanolytic Enzymes 205 11.5.2 Fungal Xylanolytic Enzymes 207 11.6 Potential Biotechnological Applications 209 11.6.1 Biorefinery 209 11.6.2 Pulp and Paper Industry 211 11.6.3 Biotransformation 212 11.7 Conclusions 213 Acknowledgment 214 References 214 12 Cellulase from Oil Palm Biomass 221 Jeong Eun Hyeon and Sung Ok Han 12.1 Biological Pretreatment and Cellulase 221 12.2 Cellulases 222 12.2.1 Endoglucanase (1,4-D-glucan-4-glucanohydrolase; EC 3.2.1.4) 223 12.2.2 Exocellobiohydrolase (1,4-D-glucan glucohydrolase; EC 3.2.1.74) 224 12.2.3 β-Glucosidase (D-glucoside glucohydrolase; EC 3.2.1.21) 225 12.3 Synergistic Effect by Combination of Various Cellulases 226 12.3.1 Cellulosome 226 12.3.2 Artificial Cellulosome 229 12.4 Industrial Strain for Cellulases Production 230 12.4.1 Cellulases Production by Fungal Cellulase System 230 12.4.2 Cellulases Production by Bacterial Cellulase Systems 232 12.5 Conclusions 233 Acknowledgment 233 References 234 Part III Generation of Bioenergy 239 13 Biogas Generation in the Palm Oil Mill 241 Muhammad Y. Arya, Muhammad A. Kholiq, Udin Hasanudin, and Misri Gozan 13.1 Introduction 241 13.2 POME Characterization 243 13.3 POME Pretreatment 243 13.3.1 Acidified POME 246 13.3.2 Ash Addition 246 13.3.3 Coagulation–Flocculation 248 13.3.4 De-oiling 248 13.3.5 Dissolved Air Flotation 249 13.3.6 POME Sedimentation 249 13.3.7 Thermal Pretreatment 249 13.3.8 Other Pretreatments 249 13.4 Digester Type 250 13.4.1 Anaerobic Pond/Lagoon 250 13.4.2 Anaerobic Filtration 251 13.4.3 Fluidized Bed Reactor 253 13.4.4 Upflow Anaerobic Sludge Blanket (UASB) 253 13.4.5 Anaerobic Baffled Reactor 253 13.5 Operating Conditions 253 13.5.1 Substrate Characterization 253 13.5.2 pH and Alkalinity 254 13.5.3 Organic Loading Rate (OLR) and Hydraulic Retention Time (HRT) 254 13.5.4 Temperature 255 13.5.5 Other Operating Conditions 256 13.6 Biogas Purification 257 13.7 Conclusions 257 References 258 14 Biodiesel Refinery from Jatropha 265 Penjit Srinophakun, Anusith Thanapimmetha, and Maythee Saisriyoot 14.1 Introduction 265 14.2 Jatropha Biodiesel 265 14.2.1 Biodiesel Standard 273 14.2.2 Oxidation Stability 273 14.2.3 The Changes of Biodiesel Properties During Long-Term Storage 278 14.3 Conclusions 281 Acknowledgment 282 References 283 15 Bioethanol from Oil Producing Plants 287 Yu-Shen Cheng, Kittipong Rattanaporn, and Malinee Sriariyanun 15.1 Introduction 287 15.2 Plant Components Derived from Oil Producing Plants as the Biomass Resources 290 15.2.1 Oil Producing Plants 290 15.2.2 Oil Meals/Cakes Derived from Oilseed as Lignocellulosic Biomass 291 15.2.3 Other Lignocellulosic Residues Derived from Oil Plants 293 15.3 Conversion of Oil Plant-Derived Lignocellulosic Biomass to Bioethanol 294 15.3.1 Structure of Lignocellulosic Biomass Derived from Oil Plants 294 15.3.2 Lignocellulosic Biomass Pretreatment and Enzymatic Hydrolyses 296 15.3.3 Bioethanol Production from Oil Producing Plant 299 15.4 Conclusions 300 References 300 16 Biobutanol Production from Oil Palm Biomass 307 Mohamad Faizal Ibrahim, Nor A. Shaharuddin, Nurul H. Alias, Mohd A. Jenol, Suraini Abd-Aziz, and Lai-Yee Phang 16.1 Introduction 307 16.2 Oil Palm Biomass 308 16.3 Biobutanol 310 16.4 Biobutanol Production 312 16.4.1 Biobutanol-Producing Bacteria 312 16.4.1.1 Clostridium sp. 312 16.4.1.2 Lactobacillus 314 16.4.1.3 Escherichia coli 315 16.4.2 Factors Affecting Biobutanol Production 315 16.4.2.1 Effect of Nitrogen Source 315 16.4.2.2 Effect of pH 315 16.4.2.3 Effect of Temperature 316 16.4.2.4 Effect of Carbon Source 316 16.5 Biobutanol Production from Oil Palm Biomass 317 16.6 Conclusions 320 References 321 17 Biochar from Oil Palm Biomass 325 Z. Nahrul Hayawin and Juferi Idris 17.1 Introduction 325 17.2 Oil Palm Biomass in Malaysia 326 17.3 Oil Palm Biochar Production 326 17.3.1 Mechanistic Aspects of Pyrolysis 326 17.3.2 Pyrolysis Process Parameters Affecting the Quality and Quantity of Biochar Production 327 17.3.3 Technologies for Biochar Production 329 17.3.3.1 Conventional Pyrolysis 329 17.3.3.2 Microwave Pyrolysis 329 17.3.4 Application of Biochar 331 17.3.4.1 Environmental Remediation 331 17.3.4.2 Agricultural Application 331 17.3.4.3 Energy Purposes 332 17.4 Safety and Environmental Considerations 333 17.4.1 Safety Consideration and Environmental Impacts in the Application of Biochar 333 17.4.2 Safety Consideration and Environmental Impact in Handling and Storing Oil palm Biomass Feedstock 334 17.4.3 Safety Consideration and Environmental Impacts in Biochar Production by Pyrolysis Process 334 17.5 Biochar Utilization and Marketing 335 17.5.1 Quality of Biochar 335 17.5.2 Physical and Chemical Characteristics of Biochar 335 17.5.3 Adsorption Capacity 336 17.5.4 Economic Analysis 336 17.5.5 Major Challenges in Promoting Biochar 337 17.5.5.1 Cost and Production Complications 337 17.5.5.2 Environmental Factors 338 17.5.5.3 Public Acceptance 338 17.5.5.4 Marketability and Commercialization Issues 339 17.6 Conclusions 339 References 339 18 Fuel Pellet from Oil Producing Plants 345 Rizal Alamsyah 18.1 Introduction 345 18.2 Production of Fuel Pellet 347 18.2.1 Energy and Proximate Analysis 347 18.2.2 Size Reduction and Screening 348 18.2.3 Drying and Weighing 348 18.2.4 Mixing 349 18.2.5 Pelletizing 349 18.2.6 Cooling and Packing 349 18.3 Pellet Quality 350 18.3.1 Ash Content 350 18.3.2 Ash Melting Temperature 351 18.3.3 Length, Diameter, and Bulk Density 351 18.3.4 Dust 352 18.3.5 Caloric Value and Moisture Content 352 18.3.6 Mechanical Durability 352 18.3.7 Nitrogen, Sulfur, Chlorine Content, and Heavy Metals 353 18.4 Pilot Plant-Scale Biomass Pellet Experiment 353 18.5 Gasification of Biomass Pellets to Produce Synthetic Gas (Syngas) and Emission Test 356 18.5.1 Gasification 356 18.5.2 Emissions Test 357 18.6 Biomass Pellet Processing Equipment 359 18.6.1 Chaff Cutter 359 18.6.2 Hammer Mill 361 18.6.3 Cyclone Dust Collector 361 18.6.4 Paddle Mixer 362 18.6.5 Pellet Machine (Pelletizer) 362 18.6.6 Cooler 363 18.6.7 Packing Machine (Bagging Scale) 364 18.7 Conclusions 364 References 364 19 Biohydrogen from Palm Oil Mill Effluent 369 Safa Senan Mahmod, Peer Mohamed Abdul, and Jamaliah Md. Jahim 19.1 Introduction 369 19.2 Biohydrogen-Producing Bacteria 371 19.3 Strategies to Increase Biohydrogen Production from POME 374 19.3.1 Operating Conditions Optimization: Hydraulic Retention Time (HRT) and Temperature on Biohydrogen Production 374 19.3.1.1 Effect of Temperature 374 19.3.1.2 Effect of Different Hydraulic Retention Times (HRTs) 376 19.3.2 Microbial Cells Immobilization 378 19.3.3 Roles of Additives 380 19.4 Conclusions 383 19.5 Acknowledgments 383 References 383 Volume 2 Preface xiii About the Editors xv 20 A Glance on the Generation of Biobased Chemicals, Bioproducts and Economic Analysis of Oil Producing Plant 387 Misri Gozan and Suraini Abd-Aziz Part IV Generation of Biobased Chemicals 397 21 Bio-oil from Tobacco Plant 399 Andre F.P. Harahap, Ahmad Fauzantoro, and Misri Gozan 22 Biosurfactant from Oil Producing Plant 421 Zaharah Ibrahim, Siti Halimah Hasmoni, Shafinaz Shahir, Lai-Yee Phang, Nurashikin Ihsan, and Madihah Md Salleh 23 Palm Catanionic Surfactant for Drug Delivery Application 445 Wen Huei Lim, Xiou Shuang Yong, Lai-Yee Phang, and Noorjahan Banu Alitheen 24 Glycerol and Derivatives 469 Erliza Hambali, Rista Fitria, and Vonny I. Sari 25 Biovanillin from Oil Palm Biomass 493 Suraini Abd-Aziz, Mohd Azwan Jenol, and Illy Kamaliah Ramle 26 Diacids from Oil Producing Plant 515 Is Fatimah, Ganjar Fadillah, Oki Muraza, and Teuku M.I. Mahlia 27 Bioplastic Production from Oil Producing Plants 543 Lai-Yee Phang, Mitra Mohammadi, Mohd Azwan Jenol, and Misri Gozan 28 Plant Oil-Based Polyurethane 563 K. H. Badri and Amamer Redhwan 29 Bioresins from Oil Producing Plants 587 Misri Gozan, Agustino Zulys, and Hosta Ardhyananta Part V Generation of Other Bioproducts 605 30 Biocompost from Oil Producing Plants 607 Adibah Yahya, Nurshafika Abd Khalid, and Madihah Md Salleh 31 Animal Feed from Oil Producing Plants 631 Siswa Setyahadi 32 Amino Acids from Oil Producing Plants 653 Huszalina Hussin, Nurul S. Hanafi, Adriana C. Lee, Madihah Md Salleh, Shu-Cuen Sam, and Suraini Abd-Aziz Part VI Economics Analysis of Oil Producing Plants 673 33 Technical and Economic Aspects of Oil Producing Plants 675 Misri Gozan and Lai-Yee Phang 34 Economic Impact 699 Nugroho A. Sasongko and Rachmawan Budiarto Index 723
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Book SynopsisThis book is a compilation of advancements and achievements in the field of sugar beet cultivation. It covers recent research and up-to-date information on this crop. It discusses essential aspects for high production and good yield, development and crop management, such as origin, breeding, seed production, physiology, pathology, entomology, biotechnology, and post-harvest technology. Sugar beet is known as an alternative crop for sugar production. A versatile crop having numerous uses, besides being raw material for sugar production, its molasses contain high amount of betaine which is used as a feed supplement. Due to its value profile it has attracted the millers and farmers alike. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, agriculture scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology and soil science. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.Table of ContentsEvolution and history of sugar beet in world: An overview.- Understanding the sugar beet crop and its physiology.- Physiological and molecular aspects of sucrose accumulation in sugar beet.- Shaping the Sugar Beet of Tomorrow: Current Advances in Sugar Beet Biotechnology and New Breeding Techniques.- Biotechnological approaches in sugar beet development.- Seed production and seed certification in sugar beet.- India's Sugar beet Seed Technology and Production.- Artificial seed technology.- Scope of cultivation of sugar beet under Indian sub-tropical conditions.- Factors Affecting Production Potentials and Adaptability of Sugar beet under Subtropical Conditions of Punjab.- Sugar beet Crop Production and Management.- Economical Crop Production and Management of Sugar Beet in Serbia and Montenegro.- Agronomic Management of Sugar Beet.- Autumn sown sugar beet in semi-arid regions.- New Approach to Utilize Nano-micronutrients in Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.).- Silicon foliar application in sugar beet production.- Mechanisation of weed management in sugar beet.- Chemical strategy for weed management in sugar beet.- Intercropping sugar beet with different agricultural crops.- Sugar beet production under changing climates - opportunities and challenges.- Drought Stress Management in Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) Cultivation.- Exogenous putrescine-mediated drought tolerance in Sugar beet: Possible Mechanisms.- Improving sugar beet production under salinity conditions.- Etiology, epidemiology and management of Sugar beet diseases.- Foliar sugar beet diseases and their management approaches in India.- Cercospora Leaf Spot Disease.- Soil borne pathogen mediated root rot diseases of sugar beet and their management.- Integrated disease management in sugar beet for sustainable productivity.- The Technology Uses in the Determination of Sugar Beet Diseases.- Insect-pests of Sugar beet and their Integrated Management.- Biological control of sugar beet insect pests,- Biology, Pest status and management of army worm, Spodoptera litura (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) and cutworm Agrotis ipsilon (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) on Sugar beet.- Natural enemies of sugar beet.- Sugar beet nematodes – their occurrence, epidemiology and management in Ukraine.- Diseases caused by nematodes on sugar beet.- Sugar Beet Cyst Nematode (Heterodera schachtii Schmidt): Identification and Antagonists.- Endophytes for Sustainable Sugarbeet Production.- Rhizoctonia disease and its management.- Mechanization in Sugar Beet Cultivation.- Post-harvest sucrose deterioration in sugar beet.- Management strategies for reducing post-harvest deterioration of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.).- Quality and processing of sugar beet to sugars.- Bio-ethanol: Technologies, Trends and Prospects.- Sugar beet molasses production and utilization.- Bioethanol production from sugar beet juices and molasses for economic and environmental perspectives.- Sugar beet as cattle feed: Scope and prospects.- Sugar beet pulp and research efforts to diversify its use.- Sugar beet pectin and its diverse uses.
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