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Bacterial pili enable bacteria to interact with the environment, surfaces and other bacteria and host cells. This book discusses the synthesis, structure, evolution, function and role in pathogenesis of these complex structures, and their basis for vaccine development and therapeutics for Streptococcus pathogens.

The role natural environments play in human health and wellbeing is attracting increasing attention. This book examines the history of natural environments used for stress-reduction, enjoyment, aesthetics and catharsis, and traces the development of connections between humans and environment, and how they impact our personal and collective health.

A flea-educated owner is an owner able to effectively prevent, control and treat infestations. Detailing the most effective treatment and prevention options, this book includes practical advice pitched at a level for veterinary staff to relay to owners, through an easy question and answer format.

This book focuses on future global climate change and its implications for agricultural systems which are the main sources of agricultural goods and services to society. This book brings together a series of chapters providing scientific insights to possible implications of projected climate changes for different crop types and livestock systems.

Are you wishing you knew all you need to know about how to better communicate science, without having to read several hundred academic papers and blogs and books? This highly readable and entertaining book captures the breadth of research into best practice science comuunications and has distilled it into accessible chapters.

This revised edition of this unique textbook is specifically designed for statistics and probability courses taught to students of forestry and related disciplines.

This is the first book on the cutting-edge field of transcriptomics and its applications in entomology.

Healthy Soils for Healthy Vines provides a clear understanding of vineyard soils and how to manage and improve soil health for best vineyard performance.

This text covers digestive anatomy and physiology; energy, protein, vitamin and mineral requirements; and common nutritional and metabolic diseases for dogs, cats, horses, sheep, cattle, camelids, goats, pigs, and poultry.

With antimicrobial resistance on the rise, appropriate stewardship is more important than ever. This textbook, the first written by nurses for nurses, provides a clear and concise approach to good practice.

The aim of this book is to present a readable account of butterfly behaviour, based on field observations, great photographs and the latest research.

A study of how invasive species policies have shifted significantly towards relying upon private citizens and industry to manage established invasive species. The title provides a concentrated source of advanced theoretical knowledge and best practice advice about ways to manage the human dimensions of invasive species.

The book summarizes the history of biological control in Latin America and the Caribbean.

This book covers the most highly important and the most neglected parasites in a concise manner, with questions on parasite biology, epidemiology, diagnostics and management, all in relation to animal health. Designed to help you study anywhere, with any amount of time, 555 questions test your parasite knowledge!

The European agricultural policy is an evolving framework. New EU members request modification and adaptation of regulation mechanisms, and agriculture is one of the hottest and most-debated areas. This book looks at the European agricultural model for Romania and considers the gap between existing regulations and the European framework.

Global papaya production has increased significantly over the last few years, mainly as a result of increased production in India. This is the first comprehensive book authored by an international team of experts at the forefront of research and covers botany, biotechnology, production, postharvest physiology and processing.

The book recounts the history and achievements of research at the International Livestock Research Institute and its predecessors. Describing mixed crop and livestock systems' impact on the global environment, it also covers animal genetics, production, health and disease control, land management, public policy, and economics.

Bringing together international expertise, this fully updated volume covers digestive physiology, feeding, product quality, and the relationship between nutrition and health. With new material on immune response, dietary additives and organics, this book provides a valuable resource for researchers and students of animal nutrition and production.

The first of its kind, this book highlights exploratory research conducted within preliminary thinking of modern slavery within tourism.

Quantitative genetics and breeding have made a major contribution to crop improvement over the years, but the genomics revolution has dramatically changed the field - this second edition of a popular book explains how traditional and genomic techniques have been combined to advance the field.

Endophytes are bacterial and fungal microorganisms that colonize plants, typically boosting the health of the host plant and altering its metabolism. This book explores the diversity of endophytes, their potential value and future challenges in the contexts of agricultural production and the discovery of novel pharmaceutical drugs.

A comprehensive yet synoptic account of diseases and their modes of transmission, this book covers epidemiology, control strategies, notifications and regulations, as well as giving an overview of the major diseases - established, new and emerging. It includes clear diagrams, bullet points and tables to aid learning, and an integrated eBook.

Winter tourism is reforming as a result of increased levels of investment with new ski destinations developing and traditional skiing destinations merging to reduce economic risks. Also, environmental issues in many established ski resorts are a growing area of consideration as well as considering the Chinese market and its future impact.

This book covers the increasingly important 'routes' sector of the tourism industry. It reviews how routes are created, their effects on tourism businesses, local populations and other stakeholders, and the critical role of both communities and those who provide strategic direction and funding. It also includes contemporary examples and cases.

This is the first book to be published which specifically focuses on Asian Citrus Psyllid and the intractable disease it spreads in citrus crops (Huanglongbing disease).

This is the first book to bring economists and applied entomologists together to make the case for better integrated pest management strategies in crops based on economic arguments and analyses.

This is a new edition of a popular title, providing enhanced understanding of the growth and function of 18 different vegetable crops. It is fully revised with new chapters on models and the effects of climate change; now presented in full colour throughout.

The second edition is fully revised, expanded, and updated with the most current knowledge about the full array of mental health issues seen in animals. Written by key opinion leaders and internationally-recognized, it covers basic principles of mental wellness, emotional distress, suffering and mental illness, through to measurement and treatment.

Completely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, this new edition provides succinct and authoritative knowledge relating to the production of cucurbits, including cucumbers, gourds, muskmelons, pumpkins, squashes and watermelons, and reflects on significant recent advances in the areas of production, breeding and evolution.

This book is an essential resource exploring the concepts, theories and methods in consumer behaviour specifically applicable to the food and drink sector. Drawing examples from all continents, it provides accessible coverage and a truly global perspective of the particular characteristics of this industry.