Assesses developments in genetic resources, genomic information and their application in marker-assisted breeding of cassava; Reviews advances in breeding new varieties with enhanced properties such as higher yield, enhanced nutritional value and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses; Discusses advances in understanding cassava pests and diseases and integrated pest management techniques
Assesses developments in genetic resources, genomic information and their application in marker-assisted breeding of cassava; Reviews advances in breeding new varieties with enhanced properties such as higher yield, enhanced nutritional value and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses; Discusses advances in understanding cassava pests and diseases and integrated pest management techniques
Discusses the growing importance of cassava as a global crop; Reviews trends and challenges in cassava cultivation in Asia, Africa and Latin America; Summarises current best practice in cassava agronomy, including seed systems, soil and nutrient management, crop rotations and intercropping, and postharvest management
Discusses the growing importance of cassava as a global crop; Reviews trends and challenges in cassava cultivation in Asia, Africa and Latin America; Summarises current best practice in cassava agronomy, including seed systems, soil and nutrient management, crop rotations and intercropping, and postharvest management
The markets for organic and fair trade commodities are growing rapidly, so it is vital to assess if it is feasible to meet growing demands regarding food safety, quality and ethics through smallholder and marginal producers.
The markets for organic and fair trade certified commodities are growing rapidly, with environmentally sound and more equitable certification systems likely to offer benefits for both small-scale farmers and society at large.
Concern about our food system is growing, from the costs of industrial farming to the dominant role of supermarkets and recurring scandals about the origins and content of what we eat.
Concern about our food system is growing, from the costs of industrial farming to the dominant role of supermarkets and recurring scandals about the origins and content of what we eat.
This book emphasis the role of farm level adaptation as a key in developmental pathways that are challenged by climate risks in the semi-arid tropics of Asia and Africa.
This book emphasis the role of farm level adaptation as a key in developmental pathways that are challenged by climate risks in the semi-arid tropics of Asia and Africa.
The book covers the spread of conservation agriculture (CA) to regions including Brazil, Argentina, Canada, Australia, Europe and emerging CA destinations in Asia and Africa.
NOW A MAJOR NEW TV SERIES: CAROL DRINKWATER'S SECRET PROVENCESecond in the bestselling Olive Farm story from the bestselling author of THE FORGOTTEN SUMMER'She writes so well you can almost smell the sun-baked countryside' BELLA'Vibrant, intoxicating and heart-warming' SUNDAY EXPRESS'I scan the terraces, planted with row upon row of ancient olive trees.
NOW A MAJOR NEW TV SERIES: CAROL DRINKWATER'S SECRET PROVENCEThe third in the bestselling story which began with THE OLIVE FARM - from the author of THE FORGOTTEN SUMMER'Captures perfectly the dreamy atmosphere of the South of France and its people' WOMAN AND HOME'Vibrant, intoxicating and heart-warming' SUNDAY EXPRESS'The stars shimmer like spilled handfuls of glitter.
Do less, produce more, and grow soil that feeds crops using chemical-free, organic no-till methodsAndrew Mefferd, veteran farmer, author of The Organic No-Till Farming Revolution, and editor of Growing for Market magazine, brings you the ultimate guide to getting started with no-till farming.
Grow Berries that ThriveAt Home, in your Market Garden, or on your Small Farm Unlock the secrets to profitable, sustainable, and innovative berry growing.
As more and more people seek locally grown food, independent, family owned and operated agriculture has expanded, creating local networks for selling and buying produce, meat, and dairy products and reviving local agricultural economies throughout the United States.
Do less, produce more, and grow soil that feeds crops using chemical-free, organic no-till methodsAndrew Mefferd, veteran farmer, author of The Organic No-Till Farming Revolution, and editor of Growing for Market magazine, brings you the ultimate guide to getting started with no-till farming.
Grow Berries that ThriveAt Home, in your Market Garden, or on your Small Farm Unlock the secrets to profitable, sustainable, and innovative berry growing.
The illustrated guide to profitable, vibrant and sustainable permaculture-based market gardening Permaculture tends to be very much in the domain of home gardeners and property owners.
Farmer Jane profiles thirty women in the sustainable food industry, describing their agriculture and business models and illustrating the amazing changes they are making in how we connect with food.
In Two for Joy, Adam Henson - much-loved and long-standing presenter of Countryfile and Lambing Live - goes on a journey through the seasons to show you what you can find, spot, observe and do in the countryside, to help you find joy in nature all year round.
The Illustrated Guide to Cows covers the 60 most familiar breeds of cow worldwide with concise text about each, all illustrated with delightful watercolour paintings by the author.
