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Plants, Genes, and Agriculture: Plants, Genes, and Agriculture
<p>What needs to happen if we are going to feed almost 10 billion people by the year 2050 in a sustainable way? Written for first- and second-year university students, this interdisciplinary textbook addresses this challenging question, presenting biological, economic, and sociocultural issues at an... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2018 -
Biodiversity in Agriculture
by Robert L. Bettinger • Paul Gepts • Stephen B. Brush • Patrick E. Mcguire • Thomas R. Famula • Calvin O. Qualset • Ardeshir B. DamaniaThe introduction of plant and animal agriculture represents one of the most important milestones in human evolution. It contributed to the development of cities, alphabets, new technologies, and ultimately to civilizations, but it has also presented a threat to both human health and the environment.... More
Language: ENGCopyright: 2012