Losing Their Seeds

Author : Eric Arden Berry
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-07-14
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781462845958

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Adventures of Timmy and Cheri: Book 2: Losing Their Seeds by Eric Arden Berry Pdf

From author Eric Arden Berry comes Adventures of Timmy and Cheri: Book 2—Losing Their Seeds, an engaging read that follows Timmy, Cheri, and friends as they embark on an adventure of a lifetime to save the world’s plant life. Someone or something has stolen the Secret Sacred Magic Seeds that control the world’s plant life and if they are not found and returned to the keepers by sunset, the entire world's plant will die forever and ever. Will they be able to fulfill this important mission? Readers can find out in this fanciful mystery-adventure thriller. It begins in a dream where Lola, the Angel of Marbles, and Lolo, the Angel of grapes, have tasked Timmy with the search for the missing seeds. The angels have given Timmy the gift of language again, allowing him to talk with and understand all life on Earth, to aid him in the search. Timmy, his sister Cheri, and his cousin Caleb, known as the "Force of Cousins," team up with a colorful array of pets and wildlife to find the seeds. As they search throughout the day, Earth's plant life gradually begins to die off, causing great confusion around the world. Can the Force of Cousins and friends find the seeds in time to save the world's plant life? A unique, fast-paced mystery adventure thriller, Adventures of Timmy and Cheri: Book 2—Losing Their Seeds will keep readers guessing all the way to sunset – stirring their imagination and interest. Book I Adventures of Timmy and Cheri

Author : Carol C. Baskin,Jerry M. Baskin
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 684 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 0120802635

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Seeds by Carol C. Baskin,Jerry M. Baskin Pdf

Seeds: Ecology, Biogeography, and Evolution of Dormancy and Germination provides a working hypothesis of the ecological and environmental conditions under which carious kinds of seed dormancy have developed. It also presents the seed germination of morethan 3500 species of trees, shrubs, vines, and herbaceous species.

Author : Gary Paul Nabhan
Publisher : University of Arizona Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2002-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 0816522596

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Enduring Seeds by Gary Paul Nabhan Pdf

As biological diversity continues to shrink at an alarming rate, the loss of plant species poses a threat seemingly less visible than the loss of animals but in many ways more critical. In this book, one of America's leading ethnobotanists warns about our loss of natural vegetation and plant diversity while providing insights into traditional Native agricultural practices in the Americas. Gary Paul Nabhan here reveals the rich diversity of plants found in tropical forests and their contribution to modern crops, then tells how this diversity is being lost to agriculture and lumbering. He then relates "local parables" of Native American agriculture—from wild rice in the Great Lakes region to wild gourds in Florida—that convey the urgency of this situation and demonstrate the need for saving the seeds of endangered plants. Nabhan stresses the need for maintaining a wide gene pool, not only for the survival of these species but also for the preservation of genetic strains that can help scientists breed more resilient varieties of other plants. Enduring Seeds is a book that no one concerned with our environment can afford to ignore. It clearly shows us that, as agribusiness increasingly limits the food on our table, a richer harvest can be had by preserving ancient ways. This edition features a new foreword by Miguel Altieri, one of today's leading spokesmen for sustainable agriculture and the preservation of indigenous farming methods.

Author : Robert E. Gough,Cheryl Moore-Gough
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2011-07-15
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781603427081

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The Complete Guide to Saving Seeds by Robert E. Gough,Cheryl Moore-Gough Pdf

Enjoy your favorite varieties of garden plants year after year with this comprehensive guide to gathering, preparing, and planting seeds. Authors Robert Gough and Cheryl Moore-Gough provide simple instructions that clearly explain the whole process, from basic plant biology to proper seed storage and successful propagation. Gardeners of any experience level will find all the information they need to preserve genetic diversity, cut costs, and extend the life of their favorite plants to the next generation and beyond.

Author : Janisse Ray
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-06
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781603583077

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The Seed Underground by Janisse Ray Pdf

There is no despair in a seed. There's only life, waiting for the right conditions-sun and water, warmth and soil-to be set free. Everyday, millions upon millions of seeds lift their two green wings. At no time in our history have Americans been more obsessed with food. Options including those for local, sustainable, and organic food-seem limitless. And yet, our food supply is profoundly at risk. Farmers and gardeners a century ago had five times the possibilities of what to plant than farmers and gardeners do today; we are losing untold numbers of plant varieties to genetically modified industrial monocultures. In her latest work of literary nonfiction, award-winning author and activist Janisse Ray argues that if we are to secure the future of food, we first must understand where it all begins: the seed. The Seed Underground is a journey to the frontier of seed-saving. It is driven by stories, both the author's own and those from people who are waging a lush and quiet revolution in thousands of gardens across America to preserve our traditional cornucopia of food by simply growing old varieties and eating them. The Seed Underground pays tribute to time-honored and threatened varieties, deconstructs the politics and genetics of seeds, and reveals the astonishing characters who grow, study, and save them.

Author : Teri Dunn Chace,Robert Llewellyn
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 285 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2015-09-26
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781604697131

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Seeing Seeds by Teri Dunn Chace,Robert Llewellyn Pdf

“Llewellyn’s images reflect a depth of detail that until now, only the best botanical illustrators could approach.” —The Washington Post A centuries-old saying goes, “Great oaks from little acorns grow.” But as this dazzling book reveals, there is much more to a seed than the plant it will someday become: seeds, seedheads, pods, and fruits have their own astounding beauty that rivals, and sometimes even surpasses, the beauty of flowers. Bitter melon seeds resemble a handful of rubies. Poppy pods could be art nouveau salt shakers. And butterfly vine seeds look exactly like those delicate insects captured in mid-flight. Seeds also come with fascinating stories. Jewels of Opar got its name from a fabled city in Edgar Rice Burroughs’s Tarzan stories. Lotus seeds sent into orbit by Chinese scientists came back to earth mysteriously altered. And fava beans—beloved of foodies—have a Jekyll-and-Hyde personality: they can cause the debilitating condition known as favism in some individuals and at the same time combat the microorganism that causes malaria. In these stunning pages you’ll gain an understanding of how seeds are formed and dispersed, why they look the way they do, and how they fit into the environment. Seeing Seeds will take you to strange and wonderful places. When you return, it’s safe to say that you’ll never look at a seed the same way again.

Author : Babasaheb B. Desai
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 804 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2004-04-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781482276428

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Seeds Handbook by Babasaheb B. Desai Pdf

Revised and expanded throughout, this latest edition of the bestselling Seeds Handbook: Biology, Production, Processing, and Storage includes valuable information on all areas of seed biology, production, and processing. The author, one of the most respected and prolific scientists in the field, identifies current developments in seed testing and c

Author : A. M. Mayer,A. Poljakoff-Mayber
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2014-04-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781483138046

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The Germination of Seeds by A. M. Mayer,A. Poljakoff-Mayber Pdf

The Germination of Seeds, Third Edition discusses topics concerning seed germination. The book is comprised of seven chapters that tackle subjects relating to the field of germination. Chapter 1 discusses the structure of seeds and seedlings, while Chapter 2 covers the chemical composition of seeds. Chapter 3 tackles the factors affecting germination, and Chapter 4 deals with dormancy, germination inhibition, and stimulation. Chapter 5 talks about the metabolism of germinating seeds, and Chapter 6 discusses the effect of germination inhibitors and stimulators on metabolism and their possible regulatory role. Chapter 7 covers the ecology of germination. The book will be of great interest to botanists, who are particularly concerned with plant physiology.

Author : Frederick Whitford
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 801 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2017-05-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781612495071

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Scattering the Seeds of Knowledge by Frederick Whitford Pdf

Today, Purdue Extension delivers practical, research-based information that transforms lives and livelihoods. Tailored to the needs of Indiana, its current programs include Agriculture and Natural Resources, Health and Human Sciences, Economic and Community Development, and 4-H Youth Development. However, today's success is built on over a century of visionary hard work and outreach. Scattering the Seeds of Knowledge: The Words and Works of Indiana's Pioneer County Extension Agents chronicles the tales of the first county Extension agents, from 1912 to 1939. Their story brings readers back to a day when Extension was little more than words on paper, when county agents traveled the muddy back roads, stopping at each farm, introducing themselves to the farmer and his family. These Extension women and men had great confidence in the research and the best practices they represented, and a commanding knowledge of the inner workings of farms and rural residents. Most importantly, however, they had a knack with people. In many cases they were given the cold shoulder at first by the farmers they were sent to help. However, through old-fashioned, can-do perseverance and a dogged determination to make a difference in the lives of people, these county Extension agents slowly inched the state forward one farmer at a time. Their story is a history lesson on what agriculture was like at the turn of the twentieth century, and a lesson to us all about how patient outreach and dedicated engagement-backed by proven science from university research-reshaped and modernized Indiana agriculture.

Author : Paul Smith
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226362373

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The Book of Seeds by Paul Smith Pdf

“Deftly showcases 600 unique species from across the globe and reveals the wonders of nature. . . . Recommended.” —Library Journal Seeds are nature’s consummate survivors. The next time you admire a field of waving green grassland or a stunning grove of acacia, stop to consider how it got that way—often against incredible odds. Seeds can survive freezing temperatures and drought. They can pass through our digestive systems without damage and weather a trip across the ocean, hitching a ride on marine debris. The Book of Seeds takes readers through six hundred of the world’s seed species, revealing their extraordinary beauty and rich diversity. Each page pairs a beautifully composed photo of a seed—life-size, and, in some cases, enlarged to display fine detail—with a short description, a map showing distribution, and information on conservation status. The whole spectrum of seeds is covered here. There are prolific species like corn and less widely distributed species, like the brilliant blue seeds of the traveler’s palm or the bird of paradise flower. There are tiny seeds and seeds weighing up to forty pounds. And while seeds in all their shapes, sizes, and colors grant us sustenance, there are even some we would be wise to treat with caution, such as the rosary pea, whose seeds are considered toxic. The essential guide to these complex plant creations, The Book of Seeds offers readers a rare, up-close look that will inspire scientists and nature lovers alike. “Handsome and handy.” —New York Times “A well-written primer on seed anatomy, evolution, and use, including conservation.” —Huntia

Author : R.B. Taylorson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461306177

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Recent Advances in the Development and Germination of Seeds by R.B. Taylorson Pdf

These Proceedings are a product of the International Workshop on Seeds held in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA, at the College of William and Mary, during the week of August 6-11, 1989. Sixty-eight participants attended. The location provided a scenic and historical setting for the excellent work presented. Good facilities and amenities also contributed to the success of the meeting. The Proceedings present the substance of the main lectures given at this meeting. In addition, there were 29 brief paper presentations and 30 poster presentations which have been summarized in abstract form in a separate publication. This meeting represents the third such meeting of a diverse group of scientists interested in the behavior of seeds, both in an agricultural sense and as tools for the advancement of more particular s~bject matter. The first meeting was held in Jerusalem, Israel in 1980 and the second in Wageningen, The Netherlands in 1985. A fourth meeting is being planned. The Editor and Organizer wishes to thank not only the contributors to this volume for their efforts but also all the other participants whose combined efforts made this meeting a great success.

Author : Fiona McMillan-Webster
Publisher : Thames & Hudson Australia
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2022-07-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781760763077

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The Age of Seeds by Fiona McMillan-Webster Pdf

Plants evolved seeds to hack time. Thanks to seeds they can cast their genes forward into the future, enabling species to endure across seasons, years, and occasionally millennia. When a 2000-year-old extinct date palm seed was discovered, no one expected it to still be alive. But it sprouted a healthy young date palm. That seeds produced millennia ago could still be viable today suggests seeds are capable of extreme lifespans. Yet many seeds, including those crucial to our everyday lives, don't live very long at all. In The Age of Seeds Fiona McMillan-Webster tells the astonishing story of seed longevity, the crucial role they play in our everyday lives, and what that might mean for our future.

Author : J. W. T. Duvel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1904
Category : Germination
ISBN : UIUC:30112068158655

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The Vitality and Germination of Seeds by J. W. T. Duvel Pdf

Author : J. Derek Bewley,Michael Black
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1994-07-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780306447471

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Seeds by J. Derek Bewley,Michael Black Pdf

In response to enormous recent advances, particularly in molecular biology, the authors have revised their warmly received work. This new edition includes updates on seed development, gene expression, dormancy, and other subjects. It will serve as the field's standard textbook and reference source for many years to come.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 930 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1879
Category : Chemistry
ISBN : SRLF:D0001853209

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American Chemical Journal by Anonim Pdf