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1	Pathogenesis-Related Proteins in Plants more books like this by Swapan K Datta (Editor), Subbaratnam Muthukrishnan (Editor) add to wishlist A great deal of research has been focused on the isolation, characterization, and regulation of expression of pathogenesis-related proteins since the discovery that several of the PR-proteins had antimicrobial or insecticidal activity and can delay the progression of diseases caused by several pathogens belonging to diverse genera. This is an ... see all copies from $17.35! new only from $48.00! \| first editions
2	Fungal Pathogenesis in Plants and Crops: Molecular Biology and Host Defense Mechanism more books like this by P Vidhyasekaran add to wishlist Dramatic progress in molecular biology and genetic engineering has recently produced an unparalleled wealth of information on the mechanisms of plant and pathogen interactions at the cellular and molecular levels. Completely revised and expanded, "Fungal Pathogenesis in Plants and Crops: Molecular Biology and Host Defense Mechanisms, Second ... see all copies from $75.00! new only from $75.00! \| first editions
3	Plant resistance to herbivores and pathogens ecology, evolution, and genetics more books like this by Fritz, Simms 1955- add to wishlist Far from being passive elements in the landscape, plants have developed many sophisticated chemical and mechanical means of deterring organisms that seek to prey on them. This volume draws together research from ecology, evolution, agronomy, and plant pathology to produce an ecological genetics perspective on plant resistance in both natural and ... see all copies from $16.55! new only from $42.48! \| first editions
4	Resistance to viral diseases of vegetables genetics and breeding more books like this by Kyle add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.44! \| first editions
5	Plant Tricksters more books like this by Janet Halfmann add to wishlist The plant and fungus kingdoms are richly diverse and filled with fascinating organisms. This series covers both basic and little-known facts about plant and fungus biology, including reproduction, structure, and species variation. Readers learn about unusual species and their habitats, as well as threats to their existence. Also covered are the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.30! \| SVS
6	Plant Resistance to Arthropods: Molecular and Conventional Approaches more books like this by C Michael Smith add to wishlist Arthropod resistant crops reduce pesticide pollution, alleviate hunger and improve human nutrition. "Plant Resistance to Arthropods - Molecular and Conventional Approaches" synthesizes new information about the environmental advantages of plant resistance, transgenic resistance, the molecular bases of resistance, and the use of molecular markers ... see all copies from $68.25! new only from $79.66! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Insect Resistance Management: Biology, Economics and Prediction more books like this by David W Onstad (Editor) add to wishlist Insects, mites, and ticks have a long history of evolving resistance to pesticides, host-plant resistance, crop rotation, pathogens, and parasitoids. Insect resistance management (IRM) is the scientific approach to preventing or delaying pest evolution and its negative impacts on agriculture, public health, and veterinary issues. This book ... see all copies from $83.82! new only from $83.82! \| SVS
8	Multigenic and Induced Systemic Resistance in Plants more books like this by Sadik Tuzun (Editor), Dr. Elizabeth Bent (Editor) add to wishlist Understanding the mechanisms by which plants tolerate attack by pathogens, herbivores, or endure abiotic stress is a crucial part of learning how to enhance plant productivity and crop yields in the face of dwindling global agricultural resources. This book deals with the ability of plants to tolerate such attacks and stresses, and examines in ... see all copies from $96.34! new only from $96.35! \| first editions
9	Fungal Disease Resistance in Plants more books like this by Zamir K Punja add to wishlist This is a presentation of developments in crop protection from fungal infection. Leading experts in botany, plant breeding, and plant pathology contribute their knowledge to help reduce and possibly prevent new outbreaks of devastating crop epidemics. see all copies from $18.44! new only from $36.18! \| first editions
10	Molecular Aspects of Plant Disease Resistance more books like this by Jane Parker (Editor) add to wishlist In recent years, our understanding of the mechanisms involved in a plant's resistance to attack by disease, has seen major advances. This important new title, part of "Blackwell Publishing's Annual Plant Reviews Series", provides cutting edge reviews of each of the major aspects of the subject. Edited by Dr Jane Parker from the Max-Planck ... see all copies from $167.53! new only from $167.53!
11	Mechanics of Resistance to Plant Diseases more books like this by R S S Fraser add to wishlist see all copies from $263.36! new only from $263.36! \| SVS
12 view cover	Induced Resistance for Plant Defence: A Sustainable Approach to Crop Protection more books like this by Dale Walters (Editor), Adrian Newton (Editor), Gary Lyon (Editor) add to wishlist Plant diseases worldwide are responsible for billions of dollars worth of crop losses every year. With less agrochemicals being used and less new fungicides coming on the market due to environmental concerns, more effort is now being put into the use of genetic potential of plants for pathogen resistance and the development of induced or acquired ... see all copies from $180.65! new only from $180.65!
13	Disease resistance in plants more books like this by Van der Plank add to wishlist see all copies from $2.04! first editions
14 view cover	Induced Resistance to Disease in Plants more books like this by Raymond Hammerschmidt, Joseph Kuc (Editor) add to wishlist Induced or acquired resistance to disease in plants has been known for many years, but the phenomenon was studied in only a few laboratories until about a decade ago. Since then, there has been an increasing interest in induced resistance as a new, environmentally safe means of disease control, as well as a model for the study of the genes ... see all copies from $149.69! new only from $149.69! \| SVS
15	Genetic Vulnerability of Major Crops more books like this by National Research Council add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! first editions
16 view cover	Abiotic Stresses more books like this by Muhammad Ashraf (Editor), Philip John Charles Harris (Editor) add to wishlist Gain a better understanding of the genetic and physiological bases of stress response and stress tolerance as part of crop improvement programsAbiotic Stresses: Plant Resistance Through Breeding and Molecular Approaches explores innovative methods for breeding new varieties of major crops with resistance to environmental stresses that limit crop ... see all copies from $53.98! new only from $53.98!
17 view cover	Genetically Modified Pest Protected Plants: Science and Regulation more books like this by Committee on Genetically Modified Pest-Protected Plants, National Research Council add to wishlist This book explores the risks and benefits of crops that are genetically modified for pest resistance, the urgency of establishing an appropriate regulatory framework for these products, and the importance of public understanding of the issues. The committee critically reviews federal policies toward transgenic products, the 1986 coordinated ... see all copies from $11.15! new only from $64.13! \| first editions
18	Breeding Plants for Disease Resistance: Concepts and Applications more books like this by Richard Robert Nelson add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99!
19	Biochemical Aspects of Plant-Parasite Relationships: Proceedings of the Phytochemical Society Symposium, University of Hull, England, April, 1975 more books like this by Phytochemical Society add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS
20	Durable Resistance in Crops more books like this by F Lamberti add to wishlist see all copies from $19.99! new only from $130.00!
21 view cover	Plant Resistance to Parasitic Nematodes more books like this by J L Starr (Editor), R Cook (Editor), John Bridge (Editor) add to wishlist Host plant resistance is one of the cornerstones upon which integrated pest management is based. Improved pest management is an essential element of sustainable agriculture. Resistance to nematodes is currently under-utilized particularly in developing countries. This practically orientated book, describing methods for evaluating the resistance ... see all copies from $70.87! new only from $124.50!
22	The Dynamics of Host Defence more books like this by John A Bailey add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99!
23	Defense mechanisms of woody plants against fungi more books like this by R A Blanchette add to wishlist see all copies from $436.24!
24	Biotechnology and Plant Protection more books like this by Donald D Bills add to wishlist These proceedings present detailed information on the genetic regulation of the interaction between plant hosts and bacterial pathogens. Contributors cover microbial interactions at the plant surface, the nature of pathogenesis, factors affecting virulence, recognition factors, and mechanisms of disease resistance. The book emphasizes recent ... see all copies from $75.00!
25 view cover	Molecular Host Plant Resistance to Pests more books like this by Sadasivam Sadasivam, B Thayumanavan, B Thayumanayan (Editor) add to wishlist "Molecular Host Plant Resistance to Pests" examines environmentally safe and integrated techniques for effective pest management. Offering more than 1500 references for further exploration of the topic, this reference details the bioactivity, biosynthetic pathways, mechanisms of action, and genetic regulation for improved methods of crop ... see all copies from $178.90! new only from $178.90!

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