How Long to Read The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture

How Long Does it Take to Read The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 31 minutes to read The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture by National Research Council

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Although chemical pesticides safeguard crops and improve farm productivity, they are increasingly feared for their potentially dangerous residues and their effects on ecosystems. The Future Role of Pesticides explores the role of chemical pesticides in the decade ahead and identifies the most promising opportunities for increasing the benefits and reducing the risks of pesticide use. The committee recommends R&D, program, and policy initiatives for federal agriculture authorities and other stakeholders in the public and private sectors. This book presents clear overviews of key factors in chemical pesticide use, including: Advances in genetic engineering not only of pest-resistant crops but also of pests themselves. Problems in pesticide useâ€"concerns about the health of agricultural workers, the ability of pests to develop resistance, issues of public perception, and more. Impending shifts in agricultureâ€"globalization of the economy, biological "invasions" of organisms, rising sensitivity toward cross-border environmental issues, and other trends. With a model and working examples, this book offers guidance on how to assess various pest control strategies available to today's agriculturist.

How long is The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture?

The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture by National Research Council is 325 pages long, and a total of 82,875 words.

This makes it 110% the length of the average book. It also has 101% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 32 minutes to read The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture aloud.

What Reading Level is The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture?

The Future Role of Pesticides in US Agriculture is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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