This report is a congressionally mandated review of the US Department of Agriculture's Research, Education, and Economics (REE) mission area, the main engine of publicly funded agricultural research in the United States.
Increased agricultural productivity is a major stepping stone on the path out of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, but farmers there face tremendous challenges improving production.
Este manual contiene varias prácticas de laboratorio que fueron realizadas en el Programa de Ingeniería de Alimentos de la Facultad de Ciencias Naturales de la Universidad de Bogotá Jorge Tadeo Lozano, UJTL.
The definitive visual history of the tractorThe complete history of farm machinery, from steam and vintage tractors to the latest combine harvesters is showcased in this lavishly illustrated volume.
This book, based on research carried out at the Academia Sinica over the past 30 years, explains the basic difference between the variable charge soils of tropical and subtropical regions, and the constant charge soils of temperate regions.
Plant Transporters, Volume 87, the latest release in the Advances in Botanical Research series, brings together the experiences and critical information teachers, researchers and managers must consider from scientific and legal points-of-view as they relate to biotechnology.
Halophytes for Food Security in Dry Lands addresses the concerns surrounding global food scarcity, especially focusing on those living in arid and dry landsThe book touches on food crises in dry regions of the world and proposes halophytes as an alternate source of consumption for such areas.
The Economics and Organization of Brazilian Agriculture: Recent Evolution and Productivity Gains presents insights on Brazilian agriculture and its impressive gains in productivity and international competitiveness, also providing insightful examples for global policymakers.
Presenting a history of agriculture in the American Corn Belt, this book argues that modernization occurred not only for economic reasons but also because of how farmers use technology as a part of their identity and culture.
This interdisciplinary book combines digital technology with Eastern philosophy to examine how the concept of Zhongyong in Confucianism can be used to coordinate digital technology with sustainable agriculture.
Drying of Aromatic Plant Material for Natural Perfumes provides readers with a deep understanding of the fascinating world of aromatic plants, drying, extraction and perfumery.
Written out of the author's experience at the laboratories in the Institute of Agricultural Sciences at Banaras Hindu University, this book addresses the need for identifying and addressing deficiencies in soil, water, and plants.
Microirrigation has become the fastest growing segment of the irrigation industry worldwide and has the potential to increase the quality of food supply through improved water fertilizer efficiency.
Este libro es el producto de una investigación desarrollada entre los años 2010 y 2012 con el fin de abordar el problema de la innovación en el ámbito específico del sector agropecuario colombiano; fue cofinanciada por Colciencias y la Red RAET de Universidades, conformada en este caso por: Universidad Jorge Tadeo Lozano, Universidad de Medellín, Universidad de Córdoba y Universidad de los Llanos.
This book addresses climate stress in agriculture through systematic examination of crop production patterns, breeding strategies, and sustainable management practices.
This book addresses climate stress in agriculture through systematic examination of crop production patterns, breeding strategies, and sustainable management practices.
In an era defined by unprecedented environmental challenges and technological breakthroughs, Smart Technologies for a Sustainable Environment stands as a visionary compendium of cutting-edge research and transformative solutions.
In an era defined by unprecedented environmental challenges and technological breakthroughs, Smart Technologies for a Sustainable Environment stands as a visionary compendium of cutting-edge research and transformative solutions.
