Herren, Ray V. creator text xxu USA Cengage Learning 2018 monographic eng

print

xviii, 570 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm. Contents : The world of agriculture -- The history of agriculture -- Soil : the origin of life -- Plant structures and their uses -- Agricultural pests -- Floriculture -- Nursery production -- Landscaping -- Fruit and nut production -- Row crops -- Forest science -- Protecting the environment -- Organic agriculture -- The livestock industry -- The dairy industry -- The Poultry industry -- The science of agriculture -- Urban agriculture -- Companion animals -- Preserving our food supply -- The ethical treatment of animals -- Selecting and using hand tools -- Small engine operation -- Biofulels -- Biotechnology: the future of agriculture -- School- based agricultural education -- Careers in agricultural science. Ray V. Herren. Includes glossary and index. c2018. 9781305949706 200313