Seeds

Author : Ian Tregillis
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1429937912

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Bitter Seeds by Ian Tregillis Pdf

It's 1939. The Nazis have supermen, the British have demons, and one perfectly normal man gets caught in between Raybould Marsh is a British secret agent in the early days of the Second World War, haunted by something strange he saw on a mission during the Spanish Civil War: a German woman with wires going into her head who looked at him as if she knew him. When the Nazis start running missions with people who have unnatural abilities—a woman who can turn invisible, a man who can walk through walls, and the woman Marsh saw in Spain who can use her knowledge of the future to twist the present—Marsh is the man who has to face them. He rallies the secret warlocks of Britain to hold the impending invasion at bay. But magic always exacts a price. Eventually, the sacrifice necessary to defeat the enemy will be as terrible as outright loss would be. Alan Furst meets Alan Moore in the opening of an epic of supernatural alternate history, the tale of a twentieth century like ours and also profoundly different. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Author : Dan Jason
Publisher : Harbour Publishing
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2020-02-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781550179019

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Saving Seeds by Dan Jason Pdf

Much of our food comes from seeds. But where do our seeds come from? And where are they going? For much of human history, farmers saved their own seed stocks to ensure a good harvest from year to year. In the mid-twentieth century, governments became involved in seed saving, creating massive seed libraries cataloguing thousands of varieties. This biodiversity has come under attack in recent decades, as corporations have replaced heirloom varieties with genetic engineering and costly trademarks. In such an agricultural climate, saving seeds becomes both a practical act of preservation and powerful act of protest. Over half of Canadian households grow fruits, herbs, vegetables or flowers for personal use, according to Statistics Canada. And each of these home gardens has the potential to preserve vital biodiversity, if only we would let plants go to seed, harvest and preserve them. Saving Seeds is a clear and winsome introduction to the essentials of seed saving, from seed selection criteria to harvest and storage tips. It also addresses the role of seed-saving communities: local swaps, seed companies, friends and neighbours and even how the Internet can support this time-honoured practice. In an era of community gardens, farmers markets and renewed interest in heirloom species, Saving Seeds is a timely call to ensure a more secure future for our seeds and ourselves.

Author : Suzanne Ashworth,Kent Whealy
Publisher : Chelsea Green Publishing
Page : 231 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-31
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780988474901

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Seed to Seed by Suzanne Ashworth,Kent Whealy Pdf

A complete seed-saving guide of 160 vegetables, including detailed info on each vegetable.

Author : Eliza Wheeler
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781101627891

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Miss Maple's Seeds by Eliza Wheeler Pdf

Fans of Miss Rumphius will adore this gorgeous picture book which introduces the kind, nature-loving Miss Maple, who celebrates the miracle in each seed. Miss Maple gathers lost seeds that haven’t yet found a place to sprout. She takes them on field trips to explore places to grow. In her cozy maple tree house, she nurtures them; keeping them safe and warm until it's time for them to find roots of their own, and grow into the magnificent plants they’re destined to become. Eliza Wheeler’s luminous paintings feature gorgeous landscapes, lush foliage and charming details. Her tender story celebrates the potential found in each seed—since even the grandest tree and most brilliant flower had to grow from the smallest of seeds. Celebrate every season with Miss Maple, from Earth Day to graduations to harvest festivals.

Author : Christie Matheson
Publisher : Greenwillow Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-24
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0062393391

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Plant the Tiny Seed by Christie Matheson Pdf

How do you make a garden grow? In this playful companion to the popular Tap the Magic Tree and Touch the Brightest Star, you will see how tiny seeds bloom into beautiful flowers. And by tapping, clapping, waving, and more, young readers can join in the action! Christie Matheson masterfully combines the wonder of the natural world with the interactivity of reading. Beautiful collage-and-watercolor art follows the seed through its entire life cycle, as it grows into a zinnia in a garden full of buzzing bees, curious hummingbirds, and colorful butterflies. Children engage with the book as they wiggle their fingers to water the seeds, clap to make the sun shine after rain, and shoo away a hungry snail. Appropriate for even the youngest child, Plant the Tiny Seed is never the same book twice—no matter how many times you read it! And for curious young nature lovers, a page of facts about seeds, flowers, and the insects and animals featured in the book is included at the end. Fans of Press Here, Eric Carle, and Lois Ehlert will find their next favorite book in Plant the Tiny Seed.

Author : Carol C. Baskin,Jerry M. Baskin
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 666 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1998-06-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080540863

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

Seeds: Ecology, Biogeography, and Evolution of Dormancy and Germination differs from all other books on seed germination. It is an all-encompassing volume that provides a working hypothesis of the ecological and environmental conditions under which various kinds of seed dormancy have developed. It also presents information on the seed germination of more than 3500 species of trees, shrubs, vines and herbaceous species, making this a valuable reference for anyone studying germination. This book delivers information on characteristics of each type of seed dormancy, how each type of dormancy is broken in nature, and what environmental conditions are required for germination after dormancy is broken. It explains how studies should be done to distinguish persistent from transient seed banks, and covers which species should be controlled, propagated, and conserved. Seeds gives the reader insight and guidelines for doing ecologically meaningful studies on the biogeography and evolution of seed dormancy and germination in order to better understand plant reproductive strategies, life history traits, adaptations to habitats, and physiological processes. Evolutionary/phylogenetic origins and relationships of various kinds of seed dormancy A world biogeographical perspective on seed dormancy and germination Ecophysiology of seeds with each type of dormancy Critical evaluation of methodology used in soil seed bank studies Germination ecology of plants with specialized habitat and life cycle types Genetic and maternal preconditioning effects on seed dormancy and germination Guidelines for doing ecologically-meaningful germination studies

Author : Robert E. Gough,Cheryl Moore-Gough
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 44,5 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 : United States. Department of Agriculture
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1938
Category : Seeds
ISBN : UIUC:30112019272100

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Rules and Recommendations for Testing Seeds by United States. Department of Agriculture Pdf

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Africa Seeds
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2018-10-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251309490

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Seeds Toolkit - Module 1 by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations,Africa Seeds Pdf

This toolkit – made available in English, French and Spanish – will be promoted as practical guidance to assist in the implementation of the national seed strategies. It will provide a number of practical capacity building tools for essential stages of the seed value chain and targeted primarily at seed sector practitioners who will participate in special training workshops to acquire pertinent technical knowledge and will be expected in return to create a multiplier effect through further follow-up FFS trainings down to the level of seed traders and farmers. In doing so, the toolkit will be used as guidance for conducting country-led workshops and other training activities aimed at strengthening quality seed delivery systems and seed regulatory mechanisms in selected countries. The development of capacity in the production of high quality seeds, the seed replacement rates, true seed cost and realistic seed pricing mechanisms as well as the role of different stakeholders are of critical importance in the process of the formulation of national seed policies, which is one of the core areas of FAO’s delivery at the national level.

Author : United States. Forest Service
Publisher : Forest Service
Page : 1240 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Gardening
ISBN : MINN:30000009395322

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The Woody Plant Seed Manual by United States. Forest Service Pdf

Author : Daphne T. Fairey,D. S. Loch,John G. Hampton,J. E. Ferguson
Publisher : CABI
Page : 495 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780851991917

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Forage Seed Production Tropical and subtropical species by Daphne T. Fairey,D. S. Loch,John G. Hampton,J. E. Ferguson Pdf

Published in association with the International Herbage Seed Production Research Group, this volume and its companion provide the definitive resource for anyone involved in the breeding and commercial production of grass and legume seeds, whether for grazing systems, horticulture or recreation.

Author : United States. Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 70 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1936
Category : Seed industry and trade
ISBN : CORNELL:31924013987882

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Seed Statistics by United States. Bureau of Agricultural Economics Pdf

Author : Jerry Hein
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 27 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-06-08
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9798888125908

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Julie's Seed by Jerry Hein Pdf

About the Book Julie's Seed was inspired by the life and antics of our daughter, Julie. She was a lover of nature, even as a small child, preferring to play with bugs and creatures. Watching this child grow convinced me to write a story. Julie even contributed much of the original artwork in the book, as did other family ambers. For 25-30 years, Julie's Seed sat quietly in a file cabinet. Through the encouragement of both wife, Mary, and daughter, Julie, it has now emerged as a published book! About the Author Jerry Hein was born May 14, 1933 (Mother's Day) in Appleton, Wisconsin. He was 8th of 9 children. He is in his 65th year of marriage to Mary, whom he loves and admires. Together they produced wonderful sons and adopted an equally wonderful daughter. He is a Korean War veteran and a now-retired paper coating chemist, having garnered 2 U.S. patents. He held every office in the Coating and Graphic Arts division of TAPPI. He travelled to 331 countries on business. He is a member of the National MENSA society. He has been a facilitator at seminars in Christian living and has operated a coffeehouse for high schoolers. He volunteers at Appleton West High School 3 half days a week as a front door greeter. He wrote a book about his WWII hero brother and has written over 100 limericks. His hobbies have included metal detecting, wood splitting, wine making, sweepstaking, fishing and gardening.

Author : K. Vanangamudi,S. Kavitha,K. Raja
Publisher : Scientific Publishers - Competition Tutor
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2017-01-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789387869783

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Objective Seed Science and Technology by K. Vanangamudi,S. Kavitha,K. Raja Pdf

This book is based on the ICAR syllabus of Seed Science and Technology. It comprises of two major parts: 1. Seed Science and Technology and 2. Advances in Seed Science and Technology. The pat 1 consists of eight units of Seed Science and Technology like seed biology, seed production, seed processing, seed quality control, seed storage, seed health, seed industry development and marketing and protection of plant varieties. The part 2 involves the advances in Seed Science and Technology on seed physiology and biochemistry. In this, the units such as seed development and maturation, seed dormancy and germination, and seed deterioration are included.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1966
Category : Seed industry and trade
ISBN : LOC:00170590703

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Amend the Federal Seed Act by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Agriculture Pdf