Isbn: 9780265026793 - holmes' tested seeds, 1922 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a substantial volume on the history and evolution of the seed industry. The author, a seed company owner with almost half a century of experience in the business, has created an engaging, multifaceted compendium of the industry. The range of topics discussed includes the history of seed selection and breeding, the science behind seed germination and growth, and the economic and social impact of the seed industry. The author provides an in-depth look at some of the most important developments in the seed industry, such as the development of hybrid seeds and the rise of genetically modified crops. The book goes into depth on the challenges facing the seed industry in the 21st century, such as climate change, pesticide resistance, and the consolidation of the industry into the hands of a few large corporations. The book concludes with a discussion of the importance of seed saving and the role that individuals can play in preserving genetic diversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…