Harlan S Crops And Man

Author : H. Thomas Stalker,Marilyn L. Warburton,Jack R. Harlan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780891186359

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Harlan’s Crops and Man A scientific and historical study of crops and their age-old relationship with human civilization The cultivation and harvesting of crops have been at the heart of human culture and development for thousands of years. As we have grown from hunter-gatherers into agrarian societies and industrial economies, our ongoing relationship with the plants that feed us and support our manufacturing has also evolved. So too, of course, have those plants themselves, with the combined forces of shifting climates, selective plant breeding, and genetic modification all working to alter their existence in profound and fascinating ways. Coming some 30 years after its previous incarnation, the third edition of Harlan’s Crops and Man marks an exciting re-examination of this rich topic. Its chapters lay out the foundations of crop diversity as we know it, covering topics that range from taxonomy and domestication to the origins of agricultural practices and their possible futures. Highlights include:ui Archeological and anthropological studies of agriculture’s history and development Detailed examinations of the histories and classifications of both crops and weeds Explanations of taxonomic systems, gene pools, and plant evolution Studies of specific crops by geographical region Updated to include the latest data and research available, this new edition of Harlan’s Crops and Man offers an illuminating exploration of agricultural history to all those engaged with plant science and the cultivation of crops.

Author : Jack Rodney Harlan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : MINN:319510000747249

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Crops & Man by Jack Rodney Harlan Pdf

The golden age; Views on agricultural origins; What is a crop? What is a weed? Classification of cultivated plants; The dynamics of domestication; Space, time and variation; The near eastern center; Southeast Asia and Oceania; The Americas; Selected crop dispersals; Epilogue: The computer age.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0891185658

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Author : H. Thomas Stalker,Marilyn L. Warburton,Jack R. Harlan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2021-04-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780891186335

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Harlan's Crops and Man by H. Thomas Stalker,Marilyn L. Warburton,Jack R. Harlan Pdf

A scientific and historical study of crops and their age-old relationship with human civilization The cultivation and harvesting of crops have been at the heart of human culture and development for thousands of years. As we have grown from hunter-gatherers into agrarian societies and industrial economies, our ongoing relationship with the plants that feed us and support our manufacturing has also evolved. So too, of course, have those plants themselves, with the combined forces of shifting climates, selective plant breeding, and genetic modification all working to alter their existence in profound and fascinating ways. Coming some 30 years after its previous incarnation, the third edition of Harlan’s Crops and Man marks an exciting re-examination of this rich topic. Its chapters lay out the foundations of crop diversity as we know it, covering topics that range from taxonomy and domestication to the origins of agricultural practices and their possible futures. Highlights include: Archeological and anthropological studies of agriculture’s history and development Detailed examinations of the histories and classifications of both crops and weeds Explanations of taxonomic systems, gene pools, and plant evolution Studies of specific crops by geographical region Updated to include the latest data and research available, this new edition of Harlan’s Crops and Man offers an illuminating exploration of agricultural history to all those engaged with plant science and the cultivation of crops.

Author : Jack Rodney Harlan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : OCLC:265589339

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Author : Jack Rodney Harlan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:716634063

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Crops and Man by Jack Rodney Harlan Pdf

Author : William S. Pollitzer
Publisher : University of Georgia Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2005-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0820327832

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The Gullah People and Their African Heritage by William S. Pollitzer Pdf

The Gullah people are one of our most distinctive cultural groups. Isolated off the South Carolina-Georgia coast for nearly three centuries, the native black population of the Sea Islands has developed a vibrant way of life that remains, in many ways, as African as it is American. This landmark volume tells a multifaceted story of this venerable society, emphasizing its roots in Africa, its unique imprint on America, and current threats to its survival. With a keen sense of the limits to establishing origins and tracing adaptations, William S. Pollitzer discusses such aspects of Gullah history and culture as language, religion, family and social relationships, music, folklore, trades and skills, and arts and crafts. Readers will learn of the indigo- and rice-growing skills that slaves taught to their masters, the echoes of an African past that are woven into baskets and stitched into quilts, the forms and phrasings that identify Gullah speech, and much more. Pollitzer also presents a wealth of data on blood composition, bone structure, disease, and other biological factors. This research not only underscores ongoing health challenges to the Gullah people but also helps to highlight their complex ties to various African peoples. Drawing on fields from archaeology and anthropology to linguistics and medicine, The Gullah People and Their African Heritage celebrates a remarkable people and calls on us to help protect their irreplaceable culture.

Author : H.-I. Oka
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780444598523

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Origin of Cultivated Rice by H.-I. Oka Pdf

This book aims to up-date our present understanding of the origin of cultivated rice and in doing so involves different disciplines of biology and the archaeological-historical sciences. Various recent discoveries are reviewed and questions posed for further consideration by the reader. The book covers a wide range of studies on problems relative to the origin of cultivated rice, placing emphasis on ecological and genetical aspects. Comparisons are made between two cultivated rice species, independently evolved in Asia and Africa from respective wild progenitors. Phenomena are observed during mixed planting and hybrids discussed. Detailed information is presented about Asian common wild rice, thought to be the ancestor of common rice. The dynamics of domestication are considered with regard to hybridization, selection, formation of weedy types and the accumulation of genetic diversity. Also included are recent archaeological findings in relation to the beginnings of rice culture, leading to the hypothesis of diffused origins. Cultivars of common rice fall into one of two types called Indica and Japonica. The dynamics of differentiation are discussed, giving evidence and different hypotheses. Information on the genetic bases and functions of various reproductive barriers found between the cultivated and wild taxa is presented and discussed. The practical aspects of crop-evolutionary studies concerned with the breeding phylosophy and germplasm conservation are briefly commented on and arguments for rediversification of crop germplasm and conservation of the environment given. Senior scientists and post-graduate students interested in rice genetics, crop evolution, and related sciences will find this book invaluable.

Author : Munir Ozturk,Alvina Gul
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128195673

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Climate Change and Food Security with Emphasis on Wheat by Munir Ozturk,Alvina Gul Pdf

Climate Change and Food Security with Emphasis on Wheat is the first book to present the full scope of research in wheat improvement, revealing the correlations to global issues including climate change and global warming which contribute to food security issues. Wheat plays a key role in the health of the global economy. As the world population continuously increases, economies modernize, and incomes rise, wheat production will have to increase dramatically to secure it as a reliable and sustainable food source. Since covering more land area with wheat crops is not a sustainable option, future wheat crops must have consistently higher yields and be able to resist and/or tolerate biotic and abiotic stresses that result from climate change. Addressing the biophysical and socioeconomic constraints of producing high-yielding, disease-resistant, and good quality wheat, this book will aid in research efforts to increase and stabilize wheat production worldwide. Written by an international team of experts, Climate Change and Food Security with Emphasis on Wheat is an excellent resource for academics, researchers, and students interested in wheat and grain research, especially as it is relevant to food security. Covers a wide range of disciplines, including plant breeding, genetics, agronomy, physiology, pathology, quantitative genetics and genomics, biotechnology and gene editing Explores the effect of climate change on biotic stresses (stripe rust, stem rust, leaf rust, Karnal bunt, spot blotch) on wheat production and utilization of biotechnology Focuses on whole genome sequencing and next-generation sequencing technologies to improve wheat quality and address the issue of malnutrition in developing world

Author : Barbara S. Hutchinson,Antoinette Paris-Greider
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2002-07-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 0203909119

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Using the Agricultural, Environmental, and Food Literature by Barbara S. Hutchinson,Antoinette Paris-Greider Pdf

This reference provides the groundwork, tools, and terminology required when conducting specialized searches for information and resources pertaining to traditional and emerging fields of agriculture. The editors present 16 contributions from librarians and other information workers that offer information on research resources across the academic a

Author : Mohar Singh,Sandeep Kumar
Publisher : Springer
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2016-09-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9788132236139

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Broadening the Genetic Base of Grain Cereals by Mohar Singh,Sandeep Kumar Pdf

This book offers comprehensive coverage of important grain cereals including their origin and distribution, crop gene pool, level of diversity, production constraints, traits of importance for genetic base widening, crop improvement methodologies, genome mapping, genomics for breeding, and future strategies. The chapters, contributed by eminent crop researchers from around the world, provide rare insights into the crop-specific constraints and prospects drawing from their substantial experience. As such, the book offers an essential source of information for grain cereals scientists, teachers, students, policy planners and developmental experts alike. Grain cereals, which comprise rice, wheat, maize, barley, oats, sorghum and millets, are members of the grass family. These crops are vital to human nutrition, thanks to their roles as staple food crops in different parts of the globe. Some of them are rich sources of carbohydrates, which provide energy, while others are important sources of minerals, vitamins and proteins, in addition to their medicinal properties. In most cereals, the existing variability among elite germplasm has been exploited to attain a desirable level of productivity. However, to make further breakthroughs in enhancing yield and improving stability in future crop cultivars, new sources of genes/alleles need to be identified in wild/weedy species and incorporated into the cultivated varieties. Though there have been many publications on various aspects of grain cereal improvement in the recent past, to date this essential information has remained scattered among different periodicals.

Author : James Lang
Publisher : International Potato Center
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Potatoes
ISBN : 1585441384

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Notes of a Potato Watcher by James Lang Pdf

"Native to the New World, the potato was domesticated by Andean farmers, probably in the Lake Titicaca basin, almost as early as grain crops were cultivated in the Near East. Full of essential vitamins and energy-giving starch, the potato has proved a valuable world resource. Curious Spaniards took the potato back to Europe, from whence it spread worldwide. Today, the largest potato producer is China, with India not far behind. To tell the potato's story, Lang has done fieldwork in South America, Asia, and Africa."--Jacket.

Author : Yehouda Enzel,Ofer Bar-Yosef
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 789 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107090460

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Quaternary of the Levant by Yehouda Enzel,Ofer Bar-Yosef Pdf

Over eighty contributions from leading researchers review 2.5 million years of environmental change and human cultural evolution in the Levant.

Author : Cary Fowler,Patrick R. Mooney
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Science
ISBN : 0816511810

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Shattering by Cary Fowler,Patrick R. Mooney Pdf

It was through control of the shattering of wild seeds that humans first domesticated plants. Now control over those very plants threatens to shatter the world's food supply, as loss of genetic diversity sets the stage for widespread hunger. Large-scale agriculture has come to favor uniformity in food crops. More than 7,000 U.S. apple varieties once grew in American orchards; 6,000 of them are no longer available. Every broccoli variety offered through seed catalogs in 1900 has now disappeared. As the international genetics supply industry absorbs seed companies—with nearly one thousand takeovers since 1970—this trend toward uniformity seems likely to continue; and as third world agriculture is brought in line with international business interests, the gene pools of humanity's most basic foods are threatened. The consequences are more than culinary. Without the genetic diversity from which farmers traditionally breed for resistance to diseases, crops are more susceptible to the spread of pestilence. Tragedies like the Irish Potato Famine may be thought of today as ancient history; yet the U.S. corn blight of 1970 shows that technologically based agribusiness is a breeding ground for disaster. Shattering reviews the development of genetic diversity over 10,000 years of human agriculture, then exposes its loss in our lifetime at the hands of political and economic forces. The possibility of crisis is real; this book shows that it may not be too late to avert it.

Author : Romesh Kumar Salgotra,Sajad Majeed Zargar
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811501562

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Rediscovery of Genetic and Genomic Resources for Future Food Security by Romesh Kumar Salgotra,Sajad Majeed Zargar Pdf

This book describes how the latest genomic resources techniques can be efficiently used in plant breeding programmes to achieve food security in the future. It also shares insights on how to utilize the untapped and unexplored genetic diversity of wild species, wild relatives and landraces for crop improvement. Moreover, the book offers an impressive array of balanced analyses, fresh ideas and perspectives, and thoughtful and realistic proposals regarding the sustainable utilization of plant genetic resources with modern biotechnological techniques. The first book to address the importance of plant genetics and genomic resources for food security, it brings together a group of plant breeders and biotechnologists to investigate the use of genomic resources techniques in plant breeding programmes. Providing essential information on the efficient utilization of genomic resources in precision breeding, it offers a valuable asset for undergraduate and graduate students, teachers and professionals engaged in related fields.