This fully updated new edition of the Reference Reviews Top Ten Print Reference Source 2004 is a comprehensive, fully cross-referenced collection of terms, names and phrases used in entomology, incor
Addressing principles associated with breeding animals for enhanced health and resistance to specific diseases, this book provides a review of the field illustrated with examples covering many diseas
Treating a broader range of subjects than just crop production, this undergraduate textbook also covers climate and weather patterns, radiant sun energy, and human population growth. Where useful, Sin
Tourism has long been considered a source of social inequality, and as the industry continues to expand rapidly there is an increasing need for a better understanding of its consequences.Providing a
Medical TourismJohn ConnellAlthough it may seem a recent phenomenon, tourism has long been associated with improved health, resulting in a boom of spas, yoga and rejuvenation treatments. Medical touri
Bringing together reasons for why and where invasive plants occur and the ecological importance of invasive species management, this updated edition provides an in-depth study of plant ecology with g
Providing practical training supported by a sound theoretical basis, this textbook introduces students to the principles of investigation by experiment and the role of statistics in analysis. It draw
Bananas and plantains are major fruit crops in the tropics and subtropics, making a vital contribution to the economies of many countries. In the last 15 years substantial changes have occurred in ba
Edited by professors at the University of Wolverhampton, this textbook introduces the history and structure of the event management industry, and describes the process of planning, funding, marketing,
Tourism has long been considered a source of social inequality, and as the Industry continues to expand rapidly. There is an increasing need for a better understanding of its consequences.Providing a
Effective fruit production requires general knowledge of fruit husbandry in areas such as nutrition, propagation, pruning and training, effects of climate and crop protection, as well as specific cul
Russell (RMIT University, Melbourne) and Butler (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow) have assembled profiles of significant figures in the creation and promotion of tourist attractions and activities.
The soybean is a crop of global importance and is one of the most frequently cultivated crops worldwide. It is rich in oil and protein and is used for both human and animal consumption as well as for
A plant scientist with a long career in tropical agriculture, Thompson synthesizes the massive literature published over the past eight decades, consulting both original sources and other reviews and
Based on research carried out within the farming community and academic studies, this book assesses the core skills needed to become a successful farm manager.Observation, anticipation of plan outcome
The demand for plant-based industrial raw materials as alternatives to synthetically produced materials has increased, as has research into expanding the utility of plants for current and future uses.
"This fascinating book will change the way you think about the process and prospects for food prodution...I know of no other book that so clearly illustrates the power of agricultural productivity to
The study of tourism as a complex social trend is growing in importance as it receives recognition as a force far more significant than economic, environmental and social analyses convey. This volume
There are an estimated 95 million equines working throughout the world, providing vital power and transport for many communities, especially in developing countries. Focusing on equines used to carry
The integration into global and local agri-food value chains requires farmers, food processors and grocery retailers to develop and maintain close and sustainable business relationships with buyers an
Rabbit production systems are important providers of meat in many parts of the world due to the species' many advantages: rapid growth rate, good reproductive performance, adaptability and ability to
"This fascinating book will change the way you think about the process and prospects for food production ... I know of no other book that so clearly illustrates the power of agricultural productivity
Current trends in population growth suggest that global food production is unlikely to satisfy future demand under predicted climate change scenarios unless rates of crop improvement are accelerated.
Tourism has the potential to contribute to world peace, and through appropriate management to address current realities such as globalization, migration, conflicts, prejudices and poverty. By providi
Biomedical researchers from Australia, the US, Europe, and Japan review the current status of knowledge about the spiral bacteria, its infection of the human gastric system, and the disease it causes
Coastal deltas represent one of the most diverse biophysical regions in the tropical developing world. These regions are also home to large human populations and are significant areas of agricultural
Nutrition is a very broad discipline, encompassing biochemistry, physiology, endocrinology, immunology, microbiology and pathology. Presenting the major principles of nutrition of both domestic and wi
Tourism is an essentially visual experience: we leave our homes so as to travel to see places, thus adding to our personal knowledge about, and experience of, the world. The study of tourism as a comp
Coffee wilt disease has cost African coffee farmers an estimated $1 billion to date, resulting from reduced yields and the extra costs incurred in trying to manage the disease. This devastating fungal
Written by leading authorities in the field, this new edition of Volume 2 in the successful Fish Diseases and Disorders trilogy has been thoroughly updated with new research and contributions. Focusi
Mineral nutrition of livestock is an area of significant importance due to its contribution to farm animal economics and health. Providing animals with the required levels of nutrients can improve de
The glycaemic index (GI) is a measure of the ability of a food to raise blood sugar. Written by one of the co-inventors of the term, this is a clear and balanced review of current knowledge on this co
In many countries irrigated agriculture consumes a large proportion of the available water resources, often over 70% of the total. There is considerable pressure to release water for other uses and,
Amidst growing concerns about the environment and food security, the development of management strategies that minimize crop losses and promote sustainable agriculture is increasingly more important.
Recent advances in plant genomics and molecular biology have revolutionized our understanding of plant genetics, providing new opportunities for more efficient and controllable plant breeding. Succes
This text explains the role of hormones in improving and monitoring the production, performance, reproduction, behavior and health of animals. With its focus on livestock animals – cattle, pigs, sheep
For tourism workers and consumers, researchers, and students, Benckendorff (tourism management and business, James Cook U., Australia) et al. compile 14 essays that examine Generation Y in a tourism c
Pandemic influenza is an example of an emerging pathogen that could have, and has had, serious public health consequences. Following three global pandemics in the last 100 years and the recent avian a
The United Nations Fish Stocks Agreement (UNFSA) represents a major international effort to improve fisheries governance, resource recovery, and sustainable development of international fisheries. St
Material in this book originated at a 2008 workshop held at the University of Northern British Columbia. International contributors from seven OECD countries offer perspectives from academic fields in
