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Books in Agricultural and biological sciences

The Agricultural and Biological Sciences collection advances science-based knowledge for the improvement of animal and plant life and for secure food systems that produce nutritious, novel, sustainable foods with minimal environmental impact. Food Science titles include not only those products from agriculture but all other aspects from food production to nutrition, health and safety, chemistry to security, policy, law and regulation. Biological Sciences address animal behaviour and biodiversity, organismal and evolutionary biology, entomology, marine biology and aquaculture, plant science and forestry.

  • Advanced and Sustainable Biotechnologies from Fungi

    Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Production
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Pragya Tiwari + 1 more
    • English
    Advanced and Sustainable Biotechnologies from Fungi: Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Production provides insights into existing and emerging fungal biotechnologies, along with advances in high-throughput technologies to enhance the sustainable production of bio-based functional foods and nutraceuticals of fungal origin. Focusing on the emerging, global concern of hunger and malnutrition, this book explains how fungi-based biotechnologies offer prospective solutions to address the global food shortage using functional foods and nutraceuticals. Chapters cover the major portion of novel sources and various biotechnological approaches used for the production of functional foods and nutraceuticals from microorganisms and mushrooms and their applications in the industry. In addition, the book includes the existing and emerging biotechnological trends and approaches in enhanced production of Functional food and Nutraceuticals of fungal origin, such as Omics-guided advances, computational strategies, and biotechnological tools. 3D printed fungal food products, and social, ethical, and regulatory aspects of functional food and nutraceutical products are also discussed. Authored by a team of experts in the field of fungi biotechnology, this book serves as a reference material for food microbiologists, food scientists, and pharmaceutical professionals for the development of new functional foods and nutraceuticals.

  • Advances in Rice Research for Abiotic Stress Tolerance

    • 2nd Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Mirza Hasanuzzaman + 3 more
    • English
    Rice production is increasingly challenged by abiotic stresses—such as extreme temperatures, drought, salinity, and flooding—which undermine both yield and grain quality. Tackling these constraints is crucial for global food security and depends on improved farming practices, the development of resilient cultivars, and the adoption of emerging technologies.Advance... of Rice Research for Abiotic Stress Tolerance, Second Edition integrates new research across multiple fronts, including advances in genetic markers, modern breeding approaches, and biotechnological tools. It updates readers on cutting‑edge methodologies to mitigate climate‑related impacts and introduces expanded content on microbiome‑driven resilience, sustainable cultivation and intensification techniques, and genome‑editing applications that enhance crop performance under environmental stress.By capturing current global trends alongside practical solutions in rice science, the volume serves researchers, educators, and professionals working across agronomy, plant physiology, molecular biology, soil science, and related disciplines.

  • Agroforestry-Based Soil Restoration and Management

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Vimal Chandra Pandey + 1 more
    • English
    Agroforestry-Based Soil Restoration and Management focuses specifically on securing and improving soil health through agroforestry practices with the goal of improving overall soil sustainability. Through expert insights and case studies, the book promotes soil management, soil restoration, soil carbon sequestration, soil conservation, and soil ecosystem services management along with relevant sustainable approaches for soil resources conservation. It provides insight into novel approaches for soil resource management, with specific attention given to the latest technologies advancing this science. Agroforestry has the ability to contribute to improved food security, to mitigate climate impact, to provide income potential, and to improve overall environmental and community health. This integrated management system optimizes resource use, builds resilience and enhances food security. Agroforestry-based Soil Restoration and Management also proposes possible polices and plans for future research and implementation, the latest updates in the area of agroforestry research for soil sustainability, developments in soil conservation, carbon sequestration potential, addresses the knowledge gap in relation to agroforestry, sustainability and soil ecosystem management and explores the application of technological interventions for soil restoration and management under agroforestry.

  • Whey

    Composition, Processing, Applications, Health Benefits and Waste Utilization
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Bhavbhuti M. Mehta + 1 more
    • English
    Whey is a highly nutritive dairy component as well as a major focus of research, both as a functional dairy ingredient as well as a dairy by-product. Whey: Composition, Processing, Applications, Health Benefits and Waste Utilization covers this key concept in dairy science, beginning with the basics of its chemistry and composition and moving into more advanced aspects and applications. The nutritive, bioactive, and functional properties of whey will be covered, as well as its uses in the texture and stability of dairy foods. Finally, whey will be covered as a by-product of foods such as cheese and yogurt where it is overproduced, as well as methods for responsible conversion into valuable products to minimize environmental impact. Written with a student and early-career audience in mind, this work offers a one-stop-shop to all aspects of a key dairy component with exciting potential for future research. This book will particularly benefit graduate and post graduate students, as well as post docs and early career researchers in dairy science, food science, and nutrition. Experienced scientists will also find this book useful as a starting point for new research projects.

  • Genetic Breeding and Aquaculture of Shellfish

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Shi Wang + 1 more
    • English
    Genetic Breeding and Aquaculture of Shellfish covers the global status, research advancements, and future trends in shellfish genetic breeding. Shellfish represent a major role in global food security, and the proportion of bivalve cultivation in global blue food production is expected to triple by 2050. Moreover, filter-feeding shellfish possess carbon sequestration capabilities, suggesting that the expansion of shellfish aquaculture not only promises enhanced yields but also aligns with the ambitions of achieving carbon neutrality. This book therefore represents a timely addition to a rapidly expanding field that serves global food security, sustainability, and marine conservation aims. Addressing the challenges and solutions related to shellfish genetic breeding and aquaculture, this book is structured into two main sections: 1) genetic breeding, which introduces major breeding technologies, recent advancements, and practical examples, and 2) aquaculture, which focuses on how major cultivated species can achieve efficient and healthy industrialized cultivation. To improve the accessibility of this book to broad audiences, early chapters summarize the basic biology and ecology of shellfish before delving into the theory and research of genetic breeding practices. Latter chapters apply theory to practice, offering practical guidance on mature and novel cultivation models and technical directions for stakeholders and technicians working in shellfish cultivation industries. Genetic Breeding and Aquaculture of Shellfish bridges scientific innovation with practical application to navigate the progress of shellfish aquaculture in the 21st century and contribute to the sustainable development of global aquaculture. It is an essential resource for students, academic researchers, industry scientists, and aquaculture technicians spanning shellfish research and aquaculture sectors.

  • Vertical Farming

    The Future of Agriculture
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Latief Ahmad + 2 more
    • English
    Vertical Farming: The Future of Agriculture covers innovative techniques like hydroponics and automation to lay out the fundamentals of vertical farming which marks a shift away from traditional farming methos. Vertical Farming is not just a theoretical exploration; it provides practical insights and actionable strategies that can be implemented to transform urban agriculture, making it more resilient and sustainable. It instructs on how vertical farming practices can meet the demands of an ever-growing urban population while mitigating the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture. This book tackles the concept and historical roots of vertical farming. It provides actionable, real-world strategies and insights to highlight the advantages of this innovative form of farming within populated urban areas experiencing food insecurity. Essential topics such as space optimization, reduced resource usage, consistent crop yield, and energy efficiency are covered in depth. The first few chapters introduce the foundational concepts and historical context of vertical farming. Following this, the book describes the technical equipment used in vertical farming systems and various hydroponic methods. Lastly, it covers practical applications, including crop selection, nursery raising, planting, care, management, and marketing. Vertical Farming is an essential resource for upper-level undergraduate students in agriculture, environmental science, urban planning, and related disciplines. It is also invaluable for researchers and professionals in sustainable agriculture, urban farming, environmental consulting, and food security. This edition contains data sets, an image bank, comprehensive case studies and worked examples as additional resources for students and instructors.

  • The Science and Safety of Beverages

    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Roji Waghmare + 1 more
    • English
    The Science and Safety of Beverages is a comprehensive guide that explores principles and practices that are essential in producing safe, high-quality beverages. This book offers detailed examinations of a variety of beverages and their production processes, with coverage such as quality assurance in fruit beverages, microbial safety in vegetable drinks, and techniques to enhance the shelf life and safety of dairy beverages. Readers will gain insights into preserving the quality and microbial characteristics of plant-based beverages, along with advancements in maintaining safety standards for alcoholic drinks. This versatile guide compiles a variety of both traditional methods and advanced techniques for detecting contaminants and verifying compliance with regulatory standards for all major drink categories. The Science and Safety of Beverages is a valuable resource for food scientists, industry professionals, and academics in food and beverage science.

  • Advances in Agronomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 199
    • August 1, 2026
    • English
    Advances in Agronomy, Volume 199, the latest release in this leading reference on agronomy, contains a variety of updates and highlights new advances in the field, each written by an international board of authors.

  • Multiple Abiotic Stresses in Plants

    Mechanisms and Management Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Koushik Chakraborty + 4 more
    • English
    Driven by the realities of global climate change, compound stress events—such as drought, salinity, extreme temperatures, and flooding—now frequently affect crops within a single season, posing significant risks to global food security and agricultural sustainability. Multiple Abiotic Stresses in Plants examines how plants coordinate distinct physiological, biochemical, and molecular pathways to adapt under complex stress conditions, contrasting these mechanisms with those triggered by individual stress factors.Chapters cover key processes including redox regulation, hormonal signaling, transcriptional control, ion transport, and metabolic adjustments. The volume also highlights advances in breeding and biotechnology—from marker-assisted selection and genome editing to nanotechnology and multi-omics approaches—alongside practical strategies for improved stress management, such as optimized nutrient use, microbial interventions, and climate-adaptive agronomy.Comprehensi... in scope and multidisciplinary in approach, this reference book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, students, plant scientists, and agricultural professionals by offering the strategic insight needed to anticipate, rather than react to, the evolving challenges of plant-environment interactions.

  • Ethnoscience

    Insights into Nutrition and Cultural Foundations
    • 1st Edition
    • August 1, 2026
    • Tanmay Sarkar + 4 more
    • English
    Ethnoscience: Insights into Nutrition and Cultural Foundations is the first book in the series “Culinary Synergies: Exploring Nutrition and Science in Gastronomy”, a five-book exploration into food education, innovation, and preservation. The series encompasses everything from flavor chemistry and sensory science to the role of micro- and macronutrients in traditional and culturally specific diets. It integrates scientific understanding with the latest research in nutrition and considers the environmental implications of specific food choices and the role of food and culture within gastronomy.Divided into four sections, Ethnoscience begins with an introduction to the discovery of food through nutrition and cultural identity, discussing modern technological advances such as machine learning, digital tools, and sustainability. It then moves into the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, where food diversity and ingredient preparation's influence on nutritional value are discussed. Section two highlights Southern Europe, focusing on foraging and the health benefits of fermented foods and more. Finally, section three introduces sustainable and indigenous farming practices in North Africa, along with healing herbs, their medicinal properties, and much more. Each section includes case studies highlighting nutrition, innovation, and health.

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