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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book CIMMYT 2008 Science Week written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Matt Hodges
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 100040336X
Total Pages : 167 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)
Download or read book Biotechnology and the Politics of Plants written by Matt Hodges and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-04-13 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biotechnology and the Politics of Plants explores the mysterious phenomenon of ‘apomixis’, the ability of certain plants to ‘self-clone’, and its potential as a revolutionary tool for agriculture and enhancing food security, that may soon be a reality. Through historical anthropological and ethnographic study, Matt Hodges traces the development of the CIMMYT Apomixis Project, a prominent frontier research initiative, and its reinvention as a leading public-private partnership. He analyzes the fast-moving historical transition from public sector, mixed plant breeding approaches grounded in genetics, to a contemporary era of agricultural biotechnology and genomics where PPPs are a leading format, and explores how social contexts of research shape how knowledge is produced, as well as what remains ‘unknown’, and constrain the development of an ‘Apomixis Technology’. The chapters present an inventive approach informed by the anthropology of time, science and technology studies, and dialogue with the work of Gilles Deleuze, Paul Rabinow, Hannah Arendt, Andrew Pickering, and Eduardo Viveiros de Castro. Hodges outlines novel ways of integrating notions of history and becoming, and considers how apomixis offers up an alternative image of thought to theoretical concepts such as the well-known ‘rhizome’. The book makes a valuable contribution to both the growing social scientific literature on genomics and biotechnology, and recent anthropological debates on time and history.
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9789686923483
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (234 download)
Download or read book Maize genetic resources written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on 1995 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9706481818
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (64 download)
Download or read book Physiological breeding I: interdisciplinary approaches to improve crop adaptation written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Total Pages : 784 pages
Book Rating : 4.X/5 (3 download)
Download or read book New Scientist written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 784 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Richard Peet
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136904336
Total Pages : 459 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (369 download)
Download or read book Global Political Ecology written by Richard Peet and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2010-12-17 with total page 459 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world is caught in the mesh of a series of environmental crises. So far attempts at resolving the deep basis of these have been superficial and disorganized. Global Political Ecology links the political economy of global capitalism with the political ecology of a series of environmental disasters and failed attempts at environmental policies. This critical volume draws together contributions from twenty-five leading intellectuals in the field. It begins with an introductory chapter that introduces the readers to political ecology and summarizes the books main findings. The following seven sections cover topics on the political ecology of war and the disaster state; fuelling capitalism: energy scarcity and abundance; global governance of health, bodies, and genomics; the contradictions of global food; capital’s marginal product: effluents, waste, and garbage; water as a commodity, a human right, and power; the functions and dysfunctions of the global green economy; political ecology of the global climate, and carbon emissions. This book contains accounts of the main currents of thought in each area that bring the topics completely up-to-date. The individual chapters contain a theoretical introduction linking in with the main themes of political ecology, as well as empirical information and case material. Global Political Ecology serves as a valuable reference for students interested in political ecology, environmental justice, and geography.
Author : Victor Sadras
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0124169791
Total Pages : 566 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (241 download)
Download or read book Crop Physiology written by Victor Sadras and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-09-17 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From climate change to farming systems to genetic modification of organisms, Crop Physiology, Second Edition provides a practical tool for understanding the relationships and challenges of successful cropping. With a focus on genetic improvement and agronomy, this book addresses the challenges of environmentally sound production of bulk and quality food, fodder, fiber, and energy which are of ongoing international concern. The second edition of Crop Physiology continues to provide a unique analysis of these topics while reflecting important changes and advances in the relevant science and implementation systems. Contemporary agriculture confronts the challenge of increasing demand in terms of quantitative and qualitative production targets. These targets have to be achieved against the background of soil and water scarcity, worldwide and regional shifts in the patterns of land use driven by both climate change and the need to develop crop-based sources of energy, and the environmental and social aspects of agricultural sustainability. Provides a view of crop physiology as an active source of methods, theories, ideas, and tools for application in genetic improvement and agronomy Written by leading scientists from around the world Combines environment-specific cropping systems and general principles of crop science to appeal to advanced students, and scientists in agriculture-related disciplines, from molecular sciences to natural resources management
Author : Pamela A. Matson
Publisher : Island Press
ISBN 13 : 1610911776
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (19 download)
Download or read book Seeds of Sustainability written by Pamela A. Matson and published by Island Press. This book was released on 2012-09-26 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seeds of Sustainability is a groundbreaking analysis of agricultural development and transitions toward more sustainable management in one region. An invaluable resource for researchers, policymakers, and students alike, it examines new approaches to make agricultural landscapes healthier for both the environment and people. The Yaqui Valley is the birthplace of the Green Revolution and one of the most intensive agricultural regions of the world, using irrigation, fertilizers, and other technologies to produce some of the highest yields of wheat anywhere. It also faces resource limitations, threats to human health, and rapidly changing economic conditions. In short, the Yaqui Valley represents the challenge of modern agriculture: how to maintain livelihoods and increase food production while protecting the environment. Renowned scientist Pamela Matson and colleagues from leading institutions in the U.S. and Mexico spent fifteen years in the Yaqui Valley in Sonora, Mexico addressing this challenge. Seeds of Sustainability represents the culmination of their research, providing unparalleled information about the causes and consequences of current agricultural methods. Even more importantly, it shows how knowledge can translate into better practices, not just in the Yaqui Valley, but throughout the world.
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Seed Business Management in Africa written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9791159416
Total Pages : 702 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (911 download)
Download or read book Asian Regional Maize Workshop, 10. Maize for Asia - Emerging Trends and; Technologies. Proceedings of The Asian Regional Maize Workshop; Makassar, Indonesia; 20-23 October, 2008 written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on with total page 702 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Sneh Punia
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1000429806
Total Pages : 854 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (4 download)
Download or read book Handbook of Cereals, Pulses, Roots, and Tubers written by Sneh Punia and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2021-10-11 with total page 854 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cereals, pulses, roots, and tubers are major food sources worldwide and make a substantial contribution to the intake of carbohydrates, protein, and fiber, as well as vitamin E and B. The Handbook of Cereals, Pulses, Roots, and Tubers: Functionality, Health Benefits, and Applications provides information about commercial cereals, pulses, and their nutritional profile, as well as health benefits and their food and non-food applications. Split into four sections, this handbook covers all the recent research about the related crops and outlines matters needing further research in the field of agriculture sciences. Both qualitative and quantitative analysis of nutrients and bio-actives, and their beneficial effects on human health, are highlighted in this book. The conclusions drawn and future perspectives proposed in each chapter will also help researchers to take more focused approaches. FEATURES Covers the full spectrum of cereals, pulses, roots, and tubers grain production, processing, and their use for foods, feeds, fuels, and industrial materials, and other uses Contains the latest information from grain science professionals and food technologists alike Provides comprehensive knowledge on the nutritional and non-nutritional aspects of cereals, pulses, and tubers Discusses the latest development in modification of native starch Provides information in enhancing shelf life and its utilization in phytochemical rich product development The result of various well-versed researchers across the globe sharing their knowledge and experience, this handbook will be a valuable resource for students, researchers, and industrial practioners who wish to enhance their knowledge and insights on cereals, pulses, roots, and tubers.
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9290592893
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (95 download)
Download or read book Methods of Screening Maize for resistance to Stem borers and post-harvest insect pests written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : N. Rajmohan
Publisher : IWMI
ISBN 13 : 9290908009
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (99 download)
Download or read book Extent of Arsenic Contamination and Its Impact on the Food Chain and Human Health in the Eastern Ganges Basin written by N. Rajmohan and published by IWMI. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exposure to arsenic and the use of arsenic-contaminated groundwater in agriculture causes serious health issues. Complete or partial contamination of groundwater is reported worldwide, especially in the Eastern Gangetic Basin (EGB). This study aims to create an overall assessment of arsenic contamination in the EGB based on existing literature, demarcate the extent of the affected area, highlight the impacts on the food chain and human health, and hopes the research will help in the better planning and management of groundwater. Although several studies have evaluated arsenic contamination of groundwater in the EGB, (a) there is no proper long-term monitoring being done in affected areas; (b) there is a debate to identify the exact source and transport processes of arsenic occurrence in this region; (c) there is no comprehensive method to estimate the level of arsenic contamination in soil, water and the food chain; and (d) Arsenic contamination in Bihar and Nepal is not evaluated systematically, especially arsenic accumulation in the food chain and human health issues. Data scarcity and accessibility are the major challenges in this region. Thus, this review recommends systematic monitoring and analysis of arsenic contamination in groundwater, soils and food across the EGB.
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9706481605
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (64 download)
Download or read book Breeding Quality Protein Maize (QPM) written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on 2008 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Johannes Lehmann
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136571205
Total Pages : 450 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (365 download)
Download or read book Biochar for Environmental Management written by Johannes Lehmann and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-16 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biochar is the carbon-rich product when biomass (such as wood, manure or crop residues) is heated in a closed container with little or no available air. It can be used to improve agriculture and the environment in several ways, and its stability in soil and superior nutrient-retention properties make it an ideal soil amendment to increase crop yields. In addition to this, biochar sequestration, in combination with sustainable biomass production, can be carbon-negative and therefore used to actively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, with major implications for mitigation of climate change. Biochar production can also be combined with bioenergy production through the use of the gases that are given off in the pyrolysis process. This book is the first to synthesize the expanding research literature on this topic. The book's interdisciplinary approach, which covers engineering, environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, economics and policy, is a vital tool at this stage of biochar technology development. This comprehensive overview of current knowledge will be of interest to advanced students, researchers and professionals in a wide range of disciplines.
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Publisher : CIMMYT
ISBN 13 : 9706480412
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (64 download)
Download or read book Laboratory protocols: CIMMYT Applied genetic engineering laboratory written by and published by CIMMYT. This book was released on 1999 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Raul Antonio Sperotto
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2889740099
Total Pages : 739 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (897 download)
Download or read book Identification and Characterization of Contrasting Genotypes/Cultivars to Discover Novel Players in Crop Responses to Abiotic/Biotic Stresses written by Raul Antonio Sperotto and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2022-02-24 with total page 739 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
