The second edition of this book contains 7 chapters that describe the introductory concepts of cattle nutrition, the aims and principles of organic cattle production, the elements of cattle nutrition, ingredients for organic diets, cattle breeds for organic production, integration of feeding...

An understanding of biodiversity is an important requirement of a wide range of programs of study including biology, zoology, wildlife conservation and environmental science. This book is a study and revision guide for students following such programs in which biodiversity is an important...

This new edition is a comprehensive introduction to the main phytochemical classes found in plants that are understood to confer their therapeutic activity. A major advantage is that the book assumes only a basic understanding of chemistry, making it an ideal primer for students and practitioners...

This book is a practical guide outlining ten simple steps for recruiting, retaining and managing people in veterinary practices. It also covers the basics of marketing and financial management. The book provides valuable guidance to new practice owners and managers.

This book unites recent findings from quantitative and qualitative research from across Africa to illuminate how young men and women engage with the rural economy and imagine their futures, and how development policies and interventions can find traction with these realities. Its 10 chapters are...

This book focuses on tourism impacts, development, planning and policy making in South Asia. It contains eight case studies of the following countries: India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Pakistan and the Maldives. The cases demonstrate successful and unsuccessful stories in...

This book on visitor experiences in nature-based tourism destinations demonstrates current knowledge using empirical evidence covering six continents. It provides insights into conceptual issues as well as case studies. Content is presented in three main parts: 'Nature-based Experiences in...

This book contains 14 chapters. It is a practical guide about hydroponics and protected cultivation. Topics covered include: background and history of hydroponics and protected cultivation; greenhouses and protected cropping structures; greenhouse operation and management; hydroponic systems -...

This book contains a series of chapters reviewing the current scientific knowledge on RNAi, methods for developing RNAi systems in transgenic plants and a range of applications for crop improvement, crop production and crop protection. Some chapters examine both endogenous systems in transgenic...

This book analyses social tourism across the world, exploring the theoretical foundations of this type of tourism with examples of practical implementations. Part II is composed of case studies discussing the historical evolution of the concept and implementation of social tourism in different...