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Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing

Based in Cambridge, Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing is an award winning, “climate-smart” publisher in agricultural science and its work will help researchers in agricultural science address how to feed a growing population in the face of climate change and increasing competition for land, water and other resources.

Their mission is to create a comprehensive database reviewing the latest research, each written by a leading expert, which systemically covers both the major crops and livestock products and, at the same time, each step in the value chain for their production, from breeding through to harvest. They deliver this as printed and eBooks (over 70 titles to date) and via our innovative and new chapter platform, https://bdschapters.com, where users can create their own tailor-made collection of knowledge to suit their needs and interest.

All members of Agri-TechE can benefit from 20% off any of our titles – published and forthcoming – with an exclusive code. Please contact either BDS Publishing or Agri-TechE for the code, which you can apply during checkout on the BDS Publishing website.

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Recent publication: Seaweed and microalgae as alternative sources of protein

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Advances in integrated weed management

By outcompeting crops for resources, weeds have been – and continue to be – a significant obstacle for farmers. For example, in the United States alone, weeds have been estimated to cause annual losses of $33 billion. Needing to protect their livelihoods, farmers have relied on the use of herbicides to control weed outbreaks. However, farmers' reliance on herbicides is threatened both by the growing problem of herbicide resistance and concerns about the impact of herbicide use on the environment.

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: Improving integrated pest management in horticulture

An estimated 20-40% of global crop yields are lost each year as a result of pest infestations and disease outbreaks. These losses affect both staple arable crops, such as wheat, rice and maize, as well as key horticultural crops such as potatoes which can suffer average losses from pests and diseases of over 17%. A new book, featuring comprehensive insights from international experts in horticultural and pest science, collates current research on developing biological control methods as part of an integrated pest management (IPM) programme.

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Understanding and improving the functional and nutritional properties of milk

More than 80% of the world’s population regularly consumes milk and other dairy products. Despite this – and primarily in part due to the development of plant-based alternatives – the global dairy sector is under increasing scrutiny to reduce its environmental impact and overall contribution to climate change. A new book with collated research from around the globe demonstrates how the nutritional and functional properties of milk and dairy products can be optimised as part of a balanced diet.

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New book provides one stop shop for Conservation Agriculture

Farmers around the world are rapidly adopting Conservation Agriculture (CA) practices, and a new book has collated extensive scientific research, field experience and technical advice into one place. CA techniques - like cover crops and reduced tillage - have been gaining popularity as an alternative to conventional farming in recent years. But with so many options available it can be hard to know where to start, particularly given different agricultural landscapes and situations.

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Introducing the Burleigh Dodds Science (BDS) Database…

The BDS Database is the central hub for over 1600 chapters on the key research, topics and themes across agricultural science, covering crops, livestock and forestry. The database provides unique access to material contributed from 4000+ internationally recognised experts and is continuously updated with new content to further achieving sustainable agriculture. Exclusively available to Agri-TechE Members: Receive a free 30-day trial to the BDS Database. Get in contact using the contact information listed at the top of the page, or find out more on the link to the right.

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New Title Available: Achieving durable disease resistance in cereals

Achieving durable disease resistance remains a key challenge in ensuring global food security. Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing’s latest title provides an authoritative review of key advances, from better understanding of pathogen biology/epidemiology and plant-pathogen interactions, to identifying sources of resistance and advances in techniques for breeding new varieties. This collection has been edited by Professor Richard Oliver, formerly Curtin University, Australia and features contributions from over 65 professionals working and/or researching in cereal science.

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Burleigh-Dodds celebrates 100th title of curated agri-science research findings

Agri-Science specialists Burleigh Dodds (BDS) have published their 100th title, Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from livestock production, after debuting with Achieving sustainable production of poultry meat in 2017. “It’s taken us just over 4½ years to reach our biggest milestone yet and we couldn’t have chosen a better title in the form of Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from livestock production to celebrate this achievement as it channels so many of the reasons as to why we chose to publish in agricultural science.”

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New Title Available: Seaweed and microalgae as alternative sources of protein

The book reviews current advances in utilising macroalgae and microalgae as alternative sources of proteins. It also reviews processes of protein formation in macroalgae and microalgae, macroalgae farming and processing as well as microalgae bioprocessing. Chapters discuss the practical application of seaweed as an alternative protein source in ruminant, pig, poultry and fish diets.

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New Title Available: Reducing greenhouse gas emissions from livestock production

Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing’s latest title provides authoritative reviews on measuring GHG emissions from livestock as well as the range of methods that can be applied to reduce emissions, ranging from breeding to animal health and manure management. The collection also reviews nutritional approaches such as improving forage quality and the use of plant bioactive compounds and other feed supplements to limit emissions by modifying the rumen environment.

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New Title Available: Improving dairy herd health

This new title reviews key challenges in dairy herd health management (HHM), such as effective monitoring and diagnosis of infectious diseases, as well as recent developments in areas such as disease prevention and disease surveillance. The book reviews HHM issues across the dairy cow life cycle, from reproduction and calf health to the transition stage and replacement of stock. Later chapters discuss the successful implementation of HHM programmes in specific instances, from maintaining udder and hoof health, to preventing metabolic disorders.

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New Title Available: Advances in measuring soil health

This new book reviews the development of better analytical techniques to measure the biological, physical and chemical properties of soils and discusses their implications for better management of farm soils. The collection also surveys developments in measuring soil physical properties through advances in visual, imaging and geophysical techniques, as well as the methods used to measure chemical properties such as soil organic carbon.

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New Title Available: Developing animal feed products

This new book reviews advances in optimising the key stages in developing successful new animal feed products, from assessing feed ingredients, product development and processing to maintaining quality and safety. The collection features authoritative discussions by leading experts on the relationship between nutrition and animal health, as well as how best to implement risk management systems for the prevention and control of contaminants present in animal feed.

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New Title Available: Improving the nutritional and nutraceutical properties of wheat and other cereals

With more consumers moving away from traditional cereal-based foods due to concerns about health impacts, including wheat intolerance, the sector must develop next-generation nutritionally-enhanced cereal products to maximise market potential. Improving the nutritional and nutraceutical properties of wheat and other cereals reviews key research into the nutritional components of cereals and their role in preventing chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and cancer. Initial chapters cover our understanding of the nutritional value of starch, antioxidants and lipids in wheat.

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New Title Available: Genome editing for precision crop breeding

Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing are delighted to announce the publication of their new title, Genome editing for precision crop breeding, edited by Dr Matthew Willmann, formerly Cornell University, USA. The book takes stock of the wealth of research on the leading techniques in genome editing, such as CRISPR/Cas systems, and their potential in crop breeding. This collection also surveys applications of gene editing in improving key traits in key cereal crops including barley, maize and sorghum as well as brassicas, tomatoes and perennials.

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New Title Available: Plant genetic resources: A review of current research and future needs

This new book from Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing assesses ways of valuing and monitoring plant genetic diversity and discusses advances in in-situ and ex-situ strategies for conserving plant genetic diversity. The book concludes by reviewing ways of enhancing the use of plant genetic diversity, including participatory plant breeding programmes and more effective seed systems.

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New Title Available: Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of dairy cattle

The welfare of farmed animals such as cattle is an increasing concern for consumers and regulatory agencies. This book explores the science behind our understanding of dairy cow behaviour and ways to improve their welfare. Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of dairy cattle summarises this wealth of recent research and reviews dairy cattle behaviour in areas such as cognition, learning, pain and stress.

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New Title Available: Advances in horticultural soilless culture

Soilless cultivation techniques (including hydroponic systems) have attracted growing attention as a way of growing horticultural crops more efficiently without taking up more land. These controlled environment systems are also less vulnerable to climate change and are particularly suited to urban farming as part of the shift to more localised, circular food systems. Advances in horticultural soilless culture provides a comprehensive assessment of recent research in this important area, paying close attention to the advances in optimising substrates for soilless cultivation, as well as the developments in solid and liquid-medium container systems, fertigation systems, modelling and process control.

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New Title Available: Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of pigs

With growing concern from consumers and regulatory agencies about the welfare of farmed animals such as pigs, the livestock sector must assess how animal welfare can be improved whilst ensuring livestock production remains economically and environmentally sustainable. Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing’s new title Understanding the behaviour and improving the welfare of pigs provides a comprehensive review of key research in this important area, looking specifically at current welfare issues including tail biting and castration.

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New Title Available: Understanding and improving crop root function

New Title Available: Understanding and improving crop root function Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing are delighted to announce the publication of a new volume of research that explores the complex ways roots interact with soils. The book details the responses of plant roots to abiotic and biotic stresses and how understanding nutrient uptake can be exploited to optimise root function. The new title has been edited by world-renowned soil and crop root scientist – Emeritus Professor Peter Gregory – and features contributions from 50+ international experts.

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New Title Available: Climate change and agriculture

It has been suggested that agriculture may account for up to 24% of the greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) contributing to climate change. At the same time climate change is threatening to disrupt agricultural production. This collection reviews key research addressing this challenge. Climate change is the biggest challenge agriculture faces. Part 1 of this collection reviews current research on the impacts of climate change on agriculture, such as the effects of increased temperatures, as well as the ways these impacts can be modelled. Part 2 assesses what we know about the contribution of agriculture to climate change, including the impacts of both crop and livestock production as well as land use. Part 3 surveys mitigation strategies to achieve a more ‘climate-smart’ agriculture such as the role of integrated crop-livestock and agroforestry systems.

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Burleigh Dodds Chapters Online - plus exclusive offer for Agri-TechE members!

Burleigh Dodds Chapters Online is a new service developed by Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing, an award winning “climate-smart” publisher in agricultural science. This new service gives users full control to create custom-made chapter collections on topics and themes important to them.

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Potential worsening of food insecurity: What to do?

With the recent outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19), health systems globally have felt the impact first-hand. However, equally as alarming is the food crisis that could potentially worsen due to the interrupted services in the economic and production sectors. This of course includes food production and food supply chain service.

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Preventing food losses and waste to achieve food security and sustainability

Never has there been a more important time to publish a comprehensive review of this topic and award winning publisher Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing tackles this task in this new book. Preventing food losses and waste to achieve food security and sustainability provides a comprehensive review of the causes and prevention of food losses and waste at key steps in the supply chain, for different commodities and across particular regions.

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