Author: Dinesh Arora Publisher: Daya Books ISBN: 9788176221344 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 340
Book Description
This Unique Dictionary Of Agriculture Engineering And Technology Is An Essential Reference Book For All Students Of Agriculture In Pursuit Of Interview And Examination Success. It Covers The Whole Range Of Terms Related With Agricultural Engineering And Include Essential Entries From Such Fields As Agronomy, Hydrology, Instrumentation, Nuclear Agriculture, Sewerage, Wastewater Use, Plant Physiology, Soil Science, Ecology, Agricultural Economics, Meteorology, Soil Conservation, And Extension. Entries On Many Modern Field And Laboratory Techniques Are Also Included. Each Entry In This Dictionary Has Been Defined With Utmost Accuracy And Easy Readability To Be Readily Accessible For Students And Professionals In Agricultural Sciences. This Dictionary Achieves Its Purpose To Give You An Authoritative Sources To Which You Can Turn With Confidence For Meaning And Knowledge Of The Common, Specialised And Latest Terms Which Have Been Introduced With The Recent Development In Modern Agricultural Engineering.
Author: Denis Murphy Publisher: CABI ISBN: 1845939131 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 320
Book Description
At a time when the world's food supplies are increasingly unable to meet the needs of a burgeoning population, there is significant diversity of opinion concerning the benefits and perceived dangers of the application of biotechnology to food production. Plants, Biotechnology and Agriculture provides the reader with a guide to plants as both organisms and resources. The first half of the book gives an overview of plant biology, suitable for students of plant biology and agriculture as well as those without a biology background. This is followed by an outline of the human exploitation of plants, from domestication to scientific manipulation. Further chapters describe the technologies that are now being used to improve crops, society's responses to these technologies, and how they are being modified as a result. The book concludes with a discussion of future challenges for biotechnology in the face of rapid population growth, depletion of non-renewable resources and climate change.
Author: Dennis R. Heldman Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 1351452487 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 787
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The Encyclopedia of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Food provides users with unprecedented access to nearly 200 entries that cover the entire food system, describing the concepts and processes that are used in the production of raw agricultural materials and food product manufacturing. So that users can locate the information they need quickly without having to flip through pages and pages of content, the encyclopedia avoids unnecessary complication by presenting information in short, accessible overviews. Addresses Environmental Issues & Sustainability in the Context of 21st Century Challenges Edited by a respected team of biotechnology experts, this unrivaled resource includes descriptions and interpretations of molecular biology research, including topics on the science associated with the cloning of animals, the genetic modification of plants, and the enhanced quality of foods. It discusses current and future applications of molecular biology, with contributions on disease resistance in animals, drought-resistant plants, and improved health of consumers via nutritionally enhanced foods. Uses Illustrations to Communicate Essential Concepts & Visually Enhance the Text This one-of-a-kind periodical examines regulation associated with biotechnology applications—with specific attention to genetically modified organisms—regulation differences in various countries, and biotechnology’s impact on the evolution of new applications. The encyclopedia also looks at how biotechnology is covered in the media, as well as the biotechnology/environment interface and consumer acceptance of the products of biotechnology. Rounding out its solid coverage, the encyclopedia discusses the benefits and concerns about biotechnology in the context of risk assessment, food security, and genetic diversity. ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE This Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription, offering a variety of extra benefits for both researchers, students, and librarians, including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options For more information, visit Taylor & Francis Online or contact us to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1.888.318.2367 / (E-mail) [email protected] International: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062 / (E-mail) [email protected] Dennis R. Heldman speaks about his work on the CRC Press YouTube Channel.
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Publisher: Fao ISBN: Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 272
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An up-to-date list of terms currently in use in biotechnology, genetic engineering and allied fields. The terms in the glossary have been selected from books, dictionaries, journals and abstracts. Terms are included that are important for FAO's intergovernmental activities, especially in the areas of plant and animal genetic resources, food quality and plant protection.
Author: Bonnie A. Osif Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 0203966163 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 636
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The field of engineering is becoming increasingly interdisciplinary, and there is an ever-growing need for engineers to investigate engineering and scientific resources outside their own area of expertise. However, studies have shown that quality information-finding skills often tend to be lacking in the engineering profession. Using the Engineerin
Author: Rattan Lal Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 1498738931 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 2795
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New and Improved Global Edition: Three-Volume Set A ready reference addressing a multitude of soil and soil management concerns, the highly anticipated and widely expanded third edition of Encyclopedia of Soil Science now spans three volumes and covers ground on a global scale. A definitive guide designed for both coursework and self-study, this latest version describes every branch of soil science and delves into trans-disciplinary issues that focus on inter-connectivity or the nexus approach. For Soil Scientists, Crop Scientists, Plant Scientists and More A host of contributors from around the world weigh in on underlying themes relevant to natural and agricultural ecosystems. Factoring in a rapidly changing climate and a vastly growing population, they sound off on topics that include soil degradation, climate change, soil carbon sequestration, food and nutritional security, hidden hunger, water quality, non-point source pollution, micronutrients, and elemental transformations. New in the Third Edition: Contains over 600 entries Offers global geographical and thematic coverage Entries peer reviewed by subject experts Addresses current issues of global significance Encyclopedia of Soil Science, Third Edition: Three Volume Set expertly explains the science of soil and describes the material in terms that are easily accessible to researchers, students, academicians, policy makers, and laymen alike. Also Available Online This Taylor & Francis encyclopedia is also available through online subscription, offering a variety of extra benefits for researchers, students, and librarians, including: Citation tracking and alerts Active reference linking Saved searches and marked lists HTML and PDF format options Contact Taylor and Francis for more information or to inquire about subscription options and print/online combination packages. US: (Tel) 1.888.318.2367; (E-mail) [email protected] International: (Tel) +44 (0) 20 7017 6062; (E-mail) [email protected]
Author: Kumar H.D. Publisher: Vikas Publishing House ISBN: 9788125905820 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 442
Book Description
This text caters to the needs of undergraduate students of science, agriculture, technology and medicine. It covers virtually all aspects of biotechnology traditional and modern in a concise and well-illustrated manner. Most aspects of plant, animal, and microbial biotechnology have been dealt with adequately. Recent developments in the field have also been included in the book. Chapters on developing countries and regulatory issues have been added to the book to reflect the growing interest and concern of the general public as well as enforcement agencies with intellectual property rights, patenting, and trade-related matters. Special treatment is given to agricultural biotechnology, e.g., transgenic plants and animals and their use for human welfare. The book includes a glossary of useful terms, some sample questions and answers, and a short list of recent literature for supplementary reading.
Author: Pankaj K. Bhowmik Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers ISBN: 1608050904 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 327
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"The first volume of this Ebook series brings together the most recent advances from leading experts in the burgeoning field of biotechnology. This comprehensive text adopts a multidisciplinary approach and covers agricultural biotechnology, industrial and"
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