Current Developments in Agricultural Research

Current Developments in Agricultural Research

Laura Vivian

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ML Books International - IPS
Año de edición:
2016
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Agricultura y explotación agropecuaria
ISBN:
9781682860809
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Agricultural research is aimed at improving the quality and production of crops; irrigation; plant protection; management of agricultural resources, etc. This book focuses on the state-of-the-art research and developments in genetic engineering, plant breeding, food science and technology, role of agriculture in regional economic development, sustainable techniques and practices in agriculture, etc. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the recent developments in agricultural research. 3

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