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Biocontrol in Protected Culture
Manufacturer: Ball Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1883052394 |
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An authoritative reference on the subject of using nonchemical controls on greenhouse-grown crops, this book explains the latest in crop-management techniques from around the globe. The contributing authors come from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Italy, and Asia. Biological control factors and the various types of controls-predators, parasites, nematodes, and pathogens-are described. Information is also provided on greenhouse structures, sampling, quality control, specific pests on both ornamental and vegetable crops-whiteflies, spider mites, leafminers, thrips, aphids, other minor pests-and soilborne pests. Specific crops are also discussed, including chrysanthemums, poinsettias, cut flowers, foliage plants, woody ornamentals, bedding plants, cucumbers, sweet peppers, tomatoes, and mushrooms.
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Biocontrol Of Oilseed Rape Pests
David V., Ed. Alford Manufacturer: Blackwell Publishing ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0632054271 |
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Oilseed rape, a major crop in many parts of the world, is attacked by a wide range of insect pests, many of which are of considerable economic importance. With the increasing demand to reduce agrochemical inputs on arable crops, the Commission of the European Communities supported a three-year programme in which scientific participants reviewed the natural enemies of oilseed rape insect pests. The various outputs from this important work form the basis of this comprehensive new book.Biocontrol of Oilseed Rape Pests commences with a review of the oilseed rape crop, followed by chapters on pests, pest management strategies and parasitoids of specific pests or groups of pests. Detailed information is also included on sampling, trapping and rearing pests, their parasitoids and predators; the identification of hymenopterous parasitoids; pathogens of oilseed rape pests, predators, predator taxonomy and identification, and the impact of on-farm landscape structures and systems on predators.This book is an essential purchase for all those involved with oilseed rape and for anyone with an interest in agricultural biocontrol strategies. It is also essential reading and an invaluable source of reference for agricultural scientists, entomologists, crop protection specialists, advisers and consultants. All agrochemical companies should have multiple copies of this book on their shelves, as should all libraries in universities and research establishments where biological and agricultural sciences are studied and taught.Dr David V. Alford, based in Cambridge, UK, has many years of experience working as a government entomologist.
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Biocontrol of Plant Diseases
K. G. Mukerji Manufacturer: Crc Pr I Llc ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0849345960 |
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Biological Control by Natural Enemies
Paul DeBach , and David Rosen Manufacturer: Cambridge University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0521391911 |
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Control of insect pests and weeds by their natural enemies offers a proven, feasible, safe, ecological method to pesticidal control. In this concise and fascinating account, Paul DeBach and David Rosen trace the historical background of biological control and examine in detail some of the most famous examples of the discovery of natural enemies and their implementation as active successful biological controls. The book has been thoroughly updated to incorporate recent studies, projects and developments on all aspects of biological control. Conclusions reached, however, remain the same; more biological control is needed - alone and as the mainstay of integrated pest management programmes - if there is to be a diminished use of toxic chemicals which are more expensive, less effective and most importantly, damaging to the environment. This is a second edition of the highly successful book published in 1974 under the same title.
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Biotechnology in Plant Disease Control (Wiley Series in Ecological and Applied Microbiology)
Manufacturer: Wiley-Liss ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0471560847 |
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Ecological Interactions and Biological Control
Manufacturer: Westview Pr (Short Disc) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0813387582 |
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Fungal Biocontrol Agents: Progress, Problems and Potential
Manufacturer: CABI ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0851993567 |
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There is increasing interest in the use of fungi for the control of pests, weeds and diseases. This book brings together perspectives from pathology, ecology, genetics, physiology and production technology that address the use of fungi as biological control agents. Topics discussed include fungal nutrition and pathogensis, fungal toxins, control of plant and animal parasitic nematodes and production, storage, formulation and application technologies.
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Integrated Management and Biocontrol of Vegetable and Grain Crops Nematodes (Integrated Management of Plant Pests and Diseases)
Manufacturer: Springer ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1402060629 |
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The second volume of the IMPD series describes aspects related to most important phytoparasitic nematodes, considering the integration of biological control methods with other management practices and technologies, including the use of predatory nematodes and microbial rhizosphere antogonists. Chapters cover topics like the mode of action and interactions of nematophagous fungi, the efficacy of control and management of plant parasitic nematode communities through a soil conservation approach, and exploitation of nematodes-bacteria antagonistic relationships. A focus is given on regional issues, like the management of nematodes parasitizing staple crops, i.e. andean tubers or some important grain crops, like soybean in North and South America or cereals. A review on nematode management in cotton is integrated by a chapter on management of nematodes on wheat. New technologies are also revised, including the potentials of control methods based on RNA interference and issues related to the use of biofumigation to control nematodes in different regional or crop contexts.
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Plant Pathogenesis and Disease Control
Hachiro Oku Manufacturer: CRC ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0873717279 |
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Environmental pollution resulting from widespread pesticide application has become a serious worldwide problem. Plant Pathogenesis and Disease Control is an important new reference that addresses this problem by exploring the biochemical and molecular mechanisms of plant pathogenesis and emphasizing the use of "pest control agents" rather than "pesticides" for plant disease control. Topics examined include pathogenicity, the resistance of plants against pathogens, the offensive and defensive struggle between hosts and parasites, methods for using natural defense mechanisms to develop environmentally sound disease control agents, and the use of modern biotechnology for plant disease control. The book will be an essential reference for phytopathologists, plant biochemists, pesticide chemists, mycologists, plant cell technologists, and agricultural researchers.
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Recent developments in biocontrol of plant diseases
Manufacturer: Aditya Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 8185353115 |
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American Walks in London: Ten Step-By-Step Itineraries for North American Visitors (Independent Walker)
Richard Tames Manufacturer: Interlink Publishing Group ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1566562139 |
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Walking tours are the best way to experience and see the depth of London's heritage and its many direct connections with American and Canadian visitors. Even if you have been to London a hundred times you know that you can never exhaust its riches.See where Benjamin Franklin worked as a printer in a church over eight centuries old, where Whistler painted that portrait of his mother, where Teddy Roosevelt got married, where FDR spent his honeymoon. Robert Frost and T.S. Eliot were first published in London. Fred Astaire had his dancing shoes made here. Ava Gardner and Jimi Hendrix died here.
Accompanied by detailed maps, the ten walks in this book (each starting and ending at a tube stop) will take you to all London's most famous sights as well as places you never knew existed-showing them to you as you've never seen them before.
En route, the author recommends: --Restaurants, cafes, fast-food and take-out places --Pubs and wine bars --Public toilets --Delays and diversions --Shopping and souvenirs --Sights and sites, museums and galleries --Bus and walking tours
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Cutting the Gordian Knot: Understanding Investing in Stocks, Bonds, and Mutual Funds
A. A. Neese Manufacturer: American Literary Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1561674966 |
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Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, 5th Edition (Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking)
Tom Lott Manufacturer: Vault, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581313063 |
Book Description
One of Vault's bestselling titles, this guide covers the basics of financial markets, including walk-throughs of equity and fixed income offerings, M&A, and private placements.Customer Reviews:
WHAT'S GOING ON HERE? AND HE HAS A MBA ?!!!.......2006-06-03
LOTS of grammatical errors, sparse useful info.......2006-02-25
A simple book that gives you basic understanding of investment banking.......2005-08-30
Just a big advertisement really..........2004-03-20
Book Description
The only annually updated insider's guide to banking firms, The Vault Guide to the Top 50 Banking Employers, now in its 9th edition, is an unbiased, investigative and comprehensive look at the top commercial and investment banking employers in the country.Book Description
Are you interested in a position in investment banking? Then this book is your entree into the fast-paced and lucrative investment banking industry. Vault.com Guide to Investment Banking includes a detailed look at the roles and lifestyles of investment banking professionals, from the all-nighters of the financial-model building corporate finance analyst to the pressure-packed position as an influential stock research analyst. to the schmoozing of the private client sales associate.Vault.com interviewed and surveyed hundreds of banking insiders to bring you the inside scoop on more than 30 leading companies. Just how many hours will you really work a week? What kind of clients does each investment bank serve? What do you need to do to get the most desirable investment banking positions? You'll find the answers - and much more - in this guide.
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The Vault Reports Guide to the Top Investment Banking Firms
Ed Shen , and H, S Hamadeh Manufacturer: Vault Reports Inc ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581310382 |
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An in-depth profile of one of America's major industries. Provides a revealing look at what life is truly like at companies in the industry and how to get jobs there. Includes information on the industry's history, business, competition, job positions, career paths, hiring process, culture, benefits, pay, and more. Enriched with responses from over 1,000 insider interviews.Customer Reviews:
Monkfish, monkfish, monkfish.......1999-10-13
An sound introduction to the world of finance.......1999-04-15
In an industry that changes by the day, use the book as a reference, and remember to do your own reading of the WSJ before your interviews. The firm overviews are slightly cliché, but do give a sense of the unique personalities of each bank.
All in all, you will sound knowledgeable having read the book, but it clearly won't magically get you a plum job on Wall Street.
Great guide.......1999-04-01
No interview questions? What a big disappointment!.......1999-03-30
Other than this big disappointment, it is generally a good book, if you are looking for a general overview of the bulge-brakcet I-banks on the Street.
Best guide to Wall Street I've read!.......1998-11-04
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Vault Guide to the Top Finance Firms
Chris Prior , Tyya N. Turner , and Hans H. Chen Manufacturer: Vault.com ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581311273 |
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A collection of company profiles offering an inside look at finance careers and the firms that shape the industry.Customer Reviews:
Waste of paper.......2003-12-22
Having said that, we are treated to about 20 pages of information on the financial industry. We are treated to information like "the stock market is where shares of stock - pieces of ownership in companies - are traded every day." No mention of currency markets.
Then, we have 30 pages listing the jobs. The jobs listed include "trader" and each of one, yes one SHORT paragraph describing what they do.
Finally, a list of investment banks (Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley) with a 1 to 3 pages describing what it's like to work there (long hours).
Most of this information is common knowledge to people who have half a clue about the industry - TIAA pays less than Goldman: who knew?
One great thing about this book is the advertisements: Not just for other Vault products and sites, but for a few investment banks and recruiters - this may be be the opportunity the readers are hoping for.
highly recommended.......2001-10-28
Essential resource for banking jobs.......2001-09-09
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Vault Guide to the Top 50 Banking Employers, 8th Edition (Vault Guide to the Top 50 Banking Employers)
Derek Loosvelt Manufacturer: Vault, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581313586 |
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Based on interviews and surveys of employees, the profiles reveal an insider's view of the firms' business practices, hiring process, workplace culture and salary structure. The Guide includes an overview of careers in commercial and investment banking and Vault's exclusive top 50 banking employer rankings.
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Vault/SEO Guide to Minority Investment Banking Programs, 2007 Edition (Vault Career Library)
Vault Editors Manufacturer: Vault, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581314388 |
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This annual Guide describes diversity programs at 50 major investment banks--diversity internship and entry-level programs or efforts; profiles of diversity team members, part-time/flex-time options, family leave policy, quantitative information regarding diversity staffing levels, and special programs or historical details.
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Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, 6th Edition (Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking)
Tom Lott Manufacturer: Vault, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1581315325 |
Book Description
The Guide covers the basics of financial markets, including walk-throughs of equity and fixed income offerings, and M&A private placements and reorgs, and dissects career paths and job responsibilities at departments such as corporate finance, sales and trading, research, and syndicate.
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Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, European Edition
Richard Roberts Manufacturer: Vault, Inc. ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1581315147 |
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The US Guide to careers in the investment banking industry is one of Vault's bestselling titles. This new Guide covers the basics of European financial markets, including walk-throughs of equity and fixed income offerings, and M&A, private placements and reorganizations, and dissects career paths and job responsibilities at departments such as corporate finance, sales & trading, research, and syndicate.Book Description
This new Guide describes diversity programs at 50 major investment banks-diversity internships a d entry-level progrmas or efforts; profiles of diversity team members, part-time/flex-time options, family leave policy, quantitive information regarding diversity staffing levels, and special programs or historical details.Books:
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