Author: Vladimír TáborskyPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251031193
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Small-scale Processing of Microbial Pesticides
Author: Vladimír TáborskyPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251031193
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
Biopesticides
Author: Aaron GrossPublisher: Amer Chemical Society
ISBN: 9780841229983
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Resistance to conventional pesticides has been growing rapidly among all pests. Furthermore, there is increased public concern about the safety of conventional pesticides, and increased governmental restrictions have resulted in the need to identify new compounds that are safe and effective in controlling pests that are of concern to agriculture as well as to public and animal health. Biopesticides may aid in the control of such pests with fewer deleterious effects to the environment, people and animals. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines biopesticides as "pesticides derived from such natural materials as animals, plants, bacteria, and certain minerals" (www.epa.gov). According to the U.S. EPA's website in 2014 there were more than 430 registered biopesticides along with 1320 active product registrations. Biopesticides have seen a recent growth, which is partially due to increased advances in biotechnological tools for pest control. However, the growth has been largely spurred by the growing needs for new tools to fight pesticide resistance and safer and more benign means of pest management. This volume and the chapters contained within it resulted from the "Biopesticides: State of the Art and Future Opportunities" symposium held at the 246th ACS National Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana, September 8-12, 2013. The symposium was comprised of 38 papers in five sessions: The Big Picture, Repellents and Attractants, Insecticides and Nematicides, Products from Genetic Improvements, and Economic, Regulatory and Future Needs. Biopesticides: State of the Art and Future Opportunities offers a wealth of information that will enrich the knowledge of experts in the field of biopesticide research.
Industrializing Africa
Author: Makonnen AlemayehuPublisher: Africa World Press
ISBN: 9780865436534
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
An introduction to the political, social, and economic conditions of the continent, which provides the reader with a background setting to the existing conditions today. Includes over 78 annexes which contain hard-to-find information relating to various economic aspects of the economy by country.
Small-scale Palm Oil Processing in Africa
Author: Kwasi PokuPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251048597
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
This publication provides information on the processing of palm oil fruits for the extraction of palm oil and palm kernel oil by small-scale mills in Africa. It is hoped that this will help promote the improvement of yield and quality of palm oil production and contribute to the modernisation of small-scale palm oil factories in Africa.
Food Engineering, Quality and Competitiveness in Small Food Industry Systems with Emphasis on Latin America and the Caribbean
Author: Roberto CuevasPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251052501
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 104
Book Description
This publication sets out a detailed systems analysis approach to the small and medium agro-food industries sector in Latin America and the Caribbean region, in order to promote food safety and quality as well as enterprise productivity and competitiveness. The issues are discussed from food engineering and technology perspectives, in light of the complex issues faced by small food industries in the current trading system.
Addressing Marketing and Processing Constraints that Inhibit Agrifood Exports
Author: Michael John WestlakePublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251054154
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
One of the main objectives of the Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) negotiated under the Uruguay Round is to improve the access of developing countries to foreign markets. Constraints in the domestic supply chains of many countries, along with weak marketing support and trade facilitation services, have prevented them, however, from exploiting the opportunities provided by the AoA and by other agreements to improve market access. The aim of this guide is to inform policy analysts on issues that should be considered while developing policies and measures to break the main processing and marketing constraints that prevent their countries from fully exploiting their agrifood export potential.
Microbial-Based Biopesticides
Author: Travis R. GlarePublisher: Humana
ISBN: 9781493981786
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
This volume focuses on the developmental areas of biopesticides: production, formulation, application and field efficacy. Chapters guide readers through methods and techniques on environmental, mammalian, safety, and registration. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Microbial-Based Biopesticides aims to ensure successful results in the further study of this vital field.
Nano-Biopesticides Today and Future Perspectives
Author: Opender KoulPublisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128158301
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 485
Book Description
Nano-Biopesticides Today and Future Perspectives is the first single-volume resource to examine the practical development, implementation and implications of combining the environmentally aware use of biopesticides with the potential power of nanotechnology. While biopesticides have been utilized for years, researchers have only recently begun exploring delivery methods that utilize nanotechnology to increase efficacy while limiting the negative impacts traditionally seen through the use of pest control means. Written by a panel of global experts, the book provides a foundation on nano-biopesticide development paths, plant health and nutrition, formulation and means of delivery. Researchers in academic and commercial settings will value this foundational reference of insights within the biopesticide realm. Provides comprehensive insights, including relevant information on environmental impact and safety, technology development, implementation, and intellectual property Discusses the role of nanotechnology and its potential applications as a nanomaterial in crop protection for a cleaner and greener agriculture Presents a strategic, comprehensive and forward-looking approach
Small-, Medium-, and Large-scale Starch Processing
Author: J. E. CecilPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251031278
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 348
Book Description
Discusses the production of starch from tropical Rhizomes, palm stems and tropical roots.
Inventory Credit
Author: Jonathan CoulterPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251037034
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Since the liberalization of agricultural marketing systems, private traders frequently do not have ready access to finance for purchasing and storing the produce. Inventory credit is a solution to this problem. Drawing on case studies this paper examines the requirements for inventory credit.