Agricultural Biodiversity

Agricultural Biodiversity

Lester Bane

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ML Books International - IPS
Año de edición:
2016
Materia
Agricultura y explotación agropecuaria
ISBN:
9781682862254

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Biodiversity is an important factor influencing agriculture. To attain sustainable growth and to maintain ecosystem services, the management of agricultural biodiversity is crucial. This book traces the progress of this field and highlights some of the key concepts and applications aimed at enhancing biodiversity. The book provides the reader a detailed insight into the diverse aspects of agricultural biodiversity and farm biodiversity, techniques for influencing the growth of crops, environment, ecosystems, etc. Some sustainable horticultural practices have also been discussed. This book will prove to be a useful tool for the students of agricultural sciences and associated disciplines of study.

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