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Agricultural Science focuses on the selection, breeding, and management of plants and animals for human use as well as the examination of efficiencies and process improvements. It includes the science behind soil properties, crop production, animal husbandry, environmental concerns, ecological sustainability, cultivation of plants and livestock, and other aspects. This broad field encompasses agronomy, agroecology, animal science, crop science, entomology, forestry, horticulture, plant pathology, plant science, soil science, and wildlife science.

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Plant Pathology

Stephen Burchett, Sarah Burchett
January 19, 2018

Plant Pathology explores the topic of plant pathology and aligns classic studies and knowledge in the topic with the current state of research, in an accessible format. The text is supported by summary tables of key information and, where appropriate, schematic diagrams to reinforce difficult...

Introduction to Computing Applications in Forestry and Natural Resource Management

Jingxin Wang
September 01, 2017

Due to the complexity of operational forestry problems, computing applications are becoming pervasive in all aspects of forest and natural resource management. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to computers and their applications in forest and natural resource management and is...

The Everglades Handbook: Understanding the Ecosystem, Fourth Edition

Thomas E. Lodge
December 22, 2016

"This fourth edition covers the key subjects of previous editions with major updates of the new science and understanding. If there ever was a necessary book for Everglades advocates, students, authors, members of government and their agencies, The Everglades Handbook: Understanding the...

Plant Pathology Concepts and Laboratory Exercises, Third Edition

Bonnie H. Ownley, Robert N. Trigiano
October 27, 2016

Continuing in the tradition of its predecessors, this new edition combines an informal, easy to read style with a thorough introduction to concepts and terminology of plant pathology. After reviewing fundamental concepts, the book discusses groups of plant pathogens and molecular tools for studying...

Urban Wildlife Management, Third Edition

Clark E. Adams
April 05, 2016

Shortlisted for the 2018 TWS Wildlife Publication Awards in the authored book category Urban development is one of the leading worldwide threats to conserving biodiversity. In the near future, wildlife management in urban landscapes will be a prominent issue for wildlife professionals. This new...

Wildlife Habitat Management: Concepts and Applications in Forestry, Second Edition

Brenda C. McComb
August 11, 2015

Shortlisted for the 2018 TWS Wildlife Publication Awards in the authored book category In recent years, conflicts between ecological conservation and economic growth forced a reassessment of the motivations and goals of wildlife and forestry management. Focus shifted from game and commodity...

Soil and Water Chemistry: An Integrative Approach, Second Edition

Michael E. Essington
April 24, 2015

The second edition of a bestseller, Soil and Water Chemistry: An Integrative Approach maintains the balanced perspective that made the first edition a hugely popular textbook. The second edition includes new figures and tables, new chapters, and expanded exercises in each chapter. It covers topics...

Field and Laboratory Investigations in Agroecology, Third Edition

Stephen R. Gliessman
December 19, 2014

Agroecology is defined as the application of ecological concepts and principles to the design and management of sustainable food systems. Hence, learning can best be achieved through an experiential approach to the topic. Designed to accompany Agroecology: The Ecology of Sustainable Food Systems,...

Package Price Agroecology: The Ecology of Sustainable Food Systems, Third Edition

Stephen R. Gliessman
December 17, 2014

Stephen Gliessman's complementary volumes, Agroecology: The Ecology of Sustainable Food Systems, Third Edition and Field and Laboratory Investigations in Agroecology, Third Edition are now available together for one low price. Completely revised, updated, and reworked, the third edition of...

Agroecology: The Ecology of Sustainable Food Systems, Third Edition

Stephen R. Gliessman
December 09, 2014

Agroecology is a science, a productive practice, and part of a social movement that is at the forefront of transforming food systems to sustainability. Building upon the ecological foundation of the agroecosystem, Agroecology: The Ecology of Sustainable Food Systems, Third Edition provides the...

Plant Propagation Concepts and Laboratory Exercises, Second Edition

Caula A. Beyl, Robert N. Trigiano
September 03, 2014

Includes a DVD Containing All Figures and Supplemental Images in PowerPoint This new edition of Plant Propagation Concepts and Laboratory Exercises presents a robust view of modern plant propagation practices such as vegetable grafting and micropropagation. Along with foundation knowledge in...

Statistical Methods in Biology: Design and Analysis of Experiments and Regression

S.J. Welham, S.A. Gezan, S.J. Clark, A. Mead
August 22, 2014

Written in simple language with relevant examples, Statistical Methods in Biology: Design and Analysis of Experiments and Regression is a practical and illustrative guide to the design of experiments and data analysis in the biological and agricultural sciences. The book presents statistical ideas...

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