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.

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Advances in Insect Physiology

1st Edition
Volume 69
December 1, 2025
Russell Jurenka
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 3 0 0 3 9
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 3 0 0 4 6

Advances in Insect Physiology, Volume 69 in this acclaimed series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Molecular Signaling, Pharmacology, and Physiology of Octopamine and Tyramine Receptors as Potential Insect Pest Control Targets, and One problem, many solutions: Female reproduction is regulated by chemically diverse pheromones across insects.

Carbon Dots in Food Packaging and Preservation

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Jong Whan Rhim
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 3 9 4 0 7
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 3 9 4 1 4

Carbon Dots in Food Packaging and Preservation provides an introduction to carbon dots (CDs) and explores their practical application in food packaging, addressing common challenges such as the need for safer food storage, longer shelf life, and eco-friendly packaging solutions. The book begins with a comprehensive overview of the basic principles of CDs and their unique properties relevant to this industry, such as their ability to fight germs, prevent food spoilage, and shield against harmful UV rays, which are crucial for improving food quality and safety. It then discusses their various applications and practical uses in creating innovative packaging materials, smart packaging systems, and sensors that respond to changes in food quality and counterfeiting, showcasing the potential of CDs in addressing key issues in food packaging technology. This book provides practical insights into the use of CDs for active and intelligent packaging, serving as a valuable resource for scientists, industry professionals, and policymakers seeking sustainable and effective solutions in food packaging practices.

Fundamentals of Plant-Parasitic Nematode Diagnostics, Systematics and Classification

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Pablo Castillo + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 5 1 3 6 2
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 4 5 1 3 7 9

Fundamentals of Plant-Parasitic Nematode Diagnostics, Systematics and Classification presents a single, comprehensive resource for those interested in nematode biosystematics. The microscopic size, character plasticity, and habits of these animals which have long posed obstacles in their identification and derivation of relationships with others is addressed by systematic, complete presentation of current knowledge. Unlike other animal groups, the exact diversity of the nematodes is still significantly unknown and, except for some fossilized preservations in ambers, any solid paleontological proof for the nematodes is still lacking. In this critical bottleneck of having solid comprehensive data profile in hand for phylogeny estimation, scientists struggle to fully resolve the nematode evolutionary history toward developing a definitive classification. This book takes advantage of recent advances of molecular systematics and phylogenetic systems to create a single reference dataset from multiple scientific disciplines. By compiling and discussing the multiple classifications that have been proposed over time, Fundamentals of Plant-Parasitic Nematode Diagnostics, Systematics and Classification establishes a foundational reference point upon which future research can be based. Unlike other nematode taxonomies and systematics, which are focused on a specific group or classification, the book includes the core theories and principles of taxonomy, systematics and phylogeny, obtaining and managing characteristic data and diagnostic identification. This book will prove an invaluable resource for students, researchers and scientists.

Brewing with Sorghum

1st Edition
November 20, 2025
Steve Carly Desobgo Zangue
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 0 0 7 9
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 3 4 0 0 8 6

Brewing with Sorghum: A Comprehensive Guide to Sorghum Beer offers a one-stop shop for readers to learn about all aspects of this high-potential product. The entire process from malting sorghum to producing beer is addressed, as well as the fundamentals and theories of the process, the methods and procedures for malting sorghum, and the enzymatic alterations that take place during the malting process. The steps involved in making sorghum beer: mashing, saccharification, boiling wort, fermentation, filtration, packaging, and storage, are also covered, as well as sensory evaluation and quality control methods. Moving from background and foundational information into practical content, this book will be useful to users of various levels of knowledge and familiarity with the topic. Case studies and brand success stories, as well as information on process improvement and best practices are included throughout. Food and beverage researchers from academic, industry, and governmental settings will benefit from this resource.

Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems

3rd Edition
November 14, 2025
Peter Alexander
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 9 7 6 3
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 9 7 7 0

Encyclopedia of Food Systems and Agriculture 3rd Edition will address important issues by examining topics of global agriculture and food systems that are key to understanding the challenges we face. Questions it addresses include: Will we be able to produce enough food to meet the increasing dietary needs and wants of the additional two billion people expected to inhabit our planet by 2050? Will we be able to meet the need for so much more food while simultaneously reducing adverse environmental effects of today’s agriculture practices? Will we be able to produce the additional food using less land and water than we use now? Climate change mitigation and adaptation Biodiversity Societal aspects Technology/innovatio... Diversity / local v global Resilience These are among the most important challenges that face our planet in the coming decades. The broad themes of food systems and people, agriculture and the environment, the science of agriculture, agricultural products, and agricultural production systems are covered in more than 200 separate chapters of this work. The book provides information that serves as the foundation for discussion of the food and environment challenges of the world. An international group of highly respected authors addresses these issues from a global perspective and provides the background, references, and linkages for further exploration of each of topics of this comprehensive work.

Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems

3rd Edition
November 14, 2025
Peter Alexander
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 9 7 6 3
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 9 7 7 0

Diagnosis and Management of Poultry Coccidiosis

1st Edition
November 3, 2025
John Robert Barta + 5 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 1 6 2 8 2
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 1 6 2 9 9

Diagnosis and Management of Poultry Coccidiosis provides a comprehensive overview of current trends in the control of Eimeria and coccidiosis. Chicken coccidiosis cost the global economy $12.58 billion in 2016, including lost productivity and expenditures associated with prevention and treatment. As a result, chicken producers have developed several management approaches to combat coccidiosis. With consumer and regulatory pressure, nutritional interventions, and the need to identify anticoccidial alternatives that do not impair growth performance, this book contemplates the antibiotic-free future of the chicken industry.Initial chapters in this book introduce readers to chicken coccidiosis and the identification and diagnosis of the Eimeria parasite. Subsequent chapters describe innate and adaptive immune responses of poultry to Eimeria and delve into the purification of Eimeria lifecycle stages and in vitro culture systems for the study of Eimeria. The latter half of the book examines a variety of modern immunization measures, dietary interventions, and anticoccidial medications designed to combat coccidiosis.

Non-Bovine Milk Derived Bioactive Peptides

1st Edition
November 3, 2025
Subrota Hati + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 5 6 1 0
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 5 6 2 7

Non-Bovine Milk Derived Bioactive Peptides: Production, Characterization, and Biofunctionalities provides an overview of the diverse biological effects of these compounds, particularly focusing on their health promoting effects, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes prevention, along with their antimicrobial and anti-oxidative properties. Novel mechanisms of action responsible for the bioactivity of non-bovine milks are also proposed. Written and edited by a global team of experts, this resource is ideal for researchers and academics in the fields of dairy science, nutrition, food and beverage science.In addition, this book will also be of interest to those working in the dairy food industry, particularly in research and product development.

Extrusion and Size Change Processes in the Food Industry

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Seid Mahdi Jafari + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 1 2 8 1 9 5 1 8 5
eBook
9 7 8 0 1 2 8 1 9 6 0 7 6

Extrusion and Size Change Processes in the Food Industry, a volume in the Unit Operations and Processing Equipment in the Food Industry series, details the necessary processing operations and equipment for extruding various food products, including cereal-based items, confectionary, and protein-based foods. The book is divided into three sections: extrusion operations, size reduction processes, and size enlargement techniques, with each presenting fundamental content relating to experimental, theoretical, computational, and practical applications of food engineering principles and relevant processing equipment.Written by food engineering experts in a straightforward and engaging manner, this book targets industrial engineers involved in food processing and manufacturing. The aim is to familiarize them with specific food processing operations and equipment. Each chapter emphasizes practical applications of food engineering principles, making it a valuable resource for those in the food industry. By providing comprehensive insights into extrusion and size change unit operations, the book serves as an essential guide for optimizing food production processes and ensuring efficient use of equipment.

Starchy Crops Waste Valorization

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Marney Pascoli Cereda + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 0 8 4 6 7
eBook
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 0 8 4 7 4

Starchy Crops Waste Valorization: Recovery and Treatment, the fifth volume in the Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin series, provides information on the applied level of producing and using starch from a range of plants grown in tropical and subtropical areas with South American origin. The book presents collecting information about products that are generally considered as waste and can therefore cause serious pollution problems in starch-processing industries. Edited by experts with a solid background in starch extraction research, the books in this series are aimed at anyone involved in research and development, new technology processes, quality control, and legislation. The Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin book series brings information on the applied level of producing and using starch from a range of plants grown in tropical and subtropical areas that have South American origin. As the final volume in the series, Starchy Crops Waste Valorization: Recovery and Treatment enables stakeholders to valorize waste by transforming it into by-products that can reach the market and reduce processing costs. It also explains how to reduce or eliminate problems of environmental contamination. Residues covered are of two types: crop residues and industrial residues.

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Books in Agricultural and biological sciences

Advances in Insect Physiology

Carbon Dots in Food Packaging and Preservation

Fundamentals of Plant-Parasitic Nematode Diagnostics, Systematics and Classification

Brewing with Sorghum

Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems

Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems

Diagnosis and Management of Poultry Coccidiosis

Non-Bovine Milk Derived Bioactive Peptides

Extrusion and Size Change Processes in the Food Industry

Starchy Crops Waste Valorization

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