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Introduction to Agronomy: Food, Crops, and Environment

AUTHOR Sheaffer, Craig; Moncada, Kristine M.; Moncada, Kristine et al.
PUBLISHER Cengage Learning (10/11/2011)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Hardcover)

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This full-color introduction to agronomy and crop science offers both traditional agricultural students and students with nonagricultural backgrounds a timely look at the principles of crop science, sustainable agriculture, and a host of related societal issues. A must-read text for anyone interested in what are arguably the most profoundly important issues of our time, INTRODUCTION TO AGRONOMY, second edition addresses the basics of safe and sustainable food and fiber production as well as big picture topics such as energy, ecology, and environmental quality. Throughout the text, readers will find information and illustrations on the latest agricultural methods, regulations, and practices--and how each is impacting our society and each individual within it.
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ISBN-13: 9781111312336
ISBN-10: 1111312338
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language: English
Edition Number: 0002
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Page Count: 608
Carton Quantity: 10
Product Dimensions: 8.10 x 1.00 x 10.10 inches
Weight: 2.75 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Maps, Glossary, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Science | Life Sciences - Horticulture
Science | Agriculture & Food (see also Political Science - Public Poli
Science | Agriculture - General
Dewey Decimal: 630
Library of Congress Control Number: 2011935512
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This full-color introduction to agronomy and crop science offers both traditional agricultural students and students with nonagricultural backgrounds a timely look at the principles of crop science, sustainable agriculture, and a host of related societal issues. A must-read text for anyone interested in what are arguably the most profoundly important issues of our time, INTRODUCTION TO AGRONOMY, second edition addresses the basics of safe and sustainable food and fiber production as well as big picture topics such as energy, ecology, and environmental quality. Throughout the text, readers will find information and illustrations on the latest agricultural methods, regulations, and practices--and how each is impacting our society and each individual within it.
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