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Highlights the relationship between climate change and the emergence of invasive insect crop pests Considers the key challenges facing the identification of crop insect pests and the role of new, emerging technologies in improving the rate of detection (e.g. image-based, DNA barcoding) Reviews the establishment of successful integrated pest management (IPM) programmes to control and/or eradicate the existence of invasive species
Reviews the development of CA systems globally and elaborates on science underlying the key CA system components. Assesses the latest evidence on improving soil and crop health and CA system resilience through the application of the core CA system principles. Includes case studies reviewing current science on optimising CA cropping systems involving cereal, legume, horticultural and tree crops as well as integrating livestock in CA systems.
Covers the theoretical framework underpinning biodiversity conservation in agriculture, as well as key developments in areas such as mapping and modelling diversity Comprehensive review of the range of biodiversity conservation practices such as field margins, hedgerows, agroforestry and improved grassland management Includes case studies of successful biodiversity conservation programmes
Particular focus on prerequisites required for effective herd health management (HHM) programmes, including understanding bovine disease epidemiology, improving disease surveillance (including the use of sensors), data-driven decision-making based on cow health records, as well as advances in understanding and optimising immune response Reviews HHM issues across the dairy cow life cycle, from reproduction and calf health to the transition stage and replacement of stock Shows how HHM programmes can work in practice for particular conditions, from udder and hoof health to preventing metabolic disorders, bacterial and viral diseases as well as parasitic infections
Assesses the viability of management strategies implemented to improve soil health, e.g. intercropping and zero tillage Provides a comprehensive coverage of the dimensions of soil health Reviews the role of organic and other amendments in improving soil health
Reviews latest research on crop physiology and genetic diversity Detailed coverage of key advances in breeding and their application to produce more resilient drought, salt and cold-tolerant varieties of soybean Summarises good agricultural practices to optimise crop cultivation and make it more sustainable
Comprehensive coverage of improvements in cultivation techniques across the potato value chain, from yield modelling to post-harvest storage Detailed review of the main fungal, bacterial and viral diseases affecting potatoes Reviews best practices for improving nutrient management in potato cultivation