Competition in the world sugar industry is increasing the demand for intensive sugar cane production. This book examines the current situation and sets an agenda for the continued development of cost-effective and sustainable production. The comprehensive discussion covers biological, climatic, economic and social issues, and includes an analysis of using new gene technologies and knowledge of crop physiology to produce high yields. The text also covers the economics of resource use and the impact of sugar cane on the ...
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Competition in the world sugar industry is increasing the demand for intensive sugar cane production. This book examines the current situation and sets an agenda for the continued development of cost-effective and sustainable production. The comprehensive discussion covers biological, climatic, economic and social issues, and includes an analysis of using new gene technologies and knowledge of crop physiology to produce high yields. The text also covers the economics of resource use and the impact of sugar cane on the environment. Essential reading for all sugar cane researchers, this book will also appeal to growers, millers and refiners of sugar-based products as well as to economists, policy makers and commodity traders.
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