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Morrie Morgan novels (Ivan Doig) volume 1
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IL: UG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 18
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"Can't cook but doesn't bite." So begins the newspaper ad offering the services of an "A-1 housekeeper, sound morals, exceptional disposition" that draws the hungry attention of widower Oliver Milliron in the fall of 1909. And so, begins the unforgettable season that deposits the noncooking, nonbiting, ever-whistling Rose Llewellyn and her font-of-knowledge brother, Morris Morgan, in Marias Coulee along with a stampede of homesteaders drawn by the...
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Save the earth's most precious resource while also saving yourself money. Laura Allen provides expert strategies for using water smartly and efficiently while fulfilling all of your home and garden needs. Learn how to create a water-wise landscape, reuse greywater, harvest rainwater, and even set up a waterless composting toilet. Offering proven techniques in clear and accessible language, The Water-Wise Home makes it easy to help the environment...
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The story of the American West is the story of a relentless quest for a precious resource: water. It is a tale of rivers diverted and dammed, of political corruptions and intrigue, of billion-dollar battles over water rights, of ecologic and economic disaster. In Cadillac Desert, Marc Reisner writes of the earliest settlers, lured by the promise of paradise, and of the ruthless tactics employed by Los Angeles politicians and business interests to...
4) Bravo Tavo!
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Dutton Children's Books
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Tavo dreams of nothing but being a famous basketball star--and getting new shoes so that he can practice better--but his village in Mexico faces a serious drought and Tavo and his father must work to convince the other people that the old way of irrigation will save their crops.
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The book covers the Importance of irrigation, Role of Irrigation and its Impact on Agriculture. Weakness of Irrigation and Need for Minor Irrigation is also covered in this book.. The book also covers Research Methodology and Method of Investigation. It covers the Irrigation Development in India in Ancient Period and Mughal Period too.
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Español
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Libro especializado que se ajusta al desarrollo de la cualificación profesional y adquisición del certificado de profesionalidad "AGAX0208 - ACTIVIDADES AUXILIARES EN AGRICULTURA". Manual imprescindible para la formación y la capacitación, que se basa en los principios de la cualificación y dinamización del conocimiento, como premisas para la mejora de la empleabilidad y eficacia para el desempeño del trabajo.
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This volume contains a detailed guide to wells and well sinking, with a wealth of detailed Information on obtaining and managing a small water supply. Written in clear, concise language and full of helpful, practicable information, this text constitutes a must-read for those with an interest in owning a small well, and will make for a great addition to collections of allied literature.
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This volume offers a detailed treatise on agricultural irrigation, including information on water quantities, sewage, reservoirs, and various methods of irrigation. A thorough text complete with useful tables and a wealth of helpful and practicable information, this antique volume will be a useful tool for modern farmers and others with an interest in irrigation.
The chapters of this book include:
'Irrigation',
'Water may act as Manure',
'Amount...
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This antiquarian book contains complete working instructions for the Weir Direct-Acting Feed Pump. Complete with simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations, this wonderful text will be of much value to those with an interest in this iconic piece of machinery. It is certainly not to be missed by discerning collectors of antiquarian engineering literature.
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Keep your lawn and garden lush without wasting resources by capturing and recycling the greywater that drains from your sink, shower, and washing machine. This accessible and detailed guide walks you through each step of planning for and installing a variety of greywater systems, including laundry-to-landscape and branched drain gravity-fed systems. After identifying greywater sources in your home and estimating flow rate, you'll learn to pinpoint...
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"Unlock the Secrets of Growing Flavorful Garlic at Home! Discover the Joy of Harvesting Your Own Garlic Crop - Perfect for Green-Thumbed Foodies!" Hey there, fellow garlic enthusiast! Are you someone who loves adding that delicious, aromatic kick of garlic to your favorite dishes? Do you appreciate the satisfaction of growing your own organic produce? If so, you're exactly who we had in mind when we created our e-book on Growing Garlic. What the product...
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Unearth the Secrets of Soil Erosion Control! Are you tired of watching your precious soil wash away with every rain? Do you dream of lush, thriving landscapes but struggle with the constant battle against erosion? Look no further – "Soil Erosion Control: Implementing Strategies to Prevent Soil Loss" is your comprehensive guide to preserving the very foundation of your land. In this groundbreaking book, we delve into the heart of soil erosion, addressing...
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Using the fun, interactive world of Minecraft and key concepts in STEAM, two teachers developed the Minecraft and STEAM series to be used in and out of the classroom. In Minecraft and STEAM, students discover that Minecraft isn't just a game, it's a tool that can be used to learn about real-world science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Moving Water in Minecraft: Engineering focuses on engineering but includes other STEAM concepts in the sidebars....
15) Ancient Irrigation Systems of the Aral Sea Area: Ancient Irrigation Systems of the Aral Sea Area
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Ancient Irrigation Systems in the Aral Sea Area, is the English translation of Boris Vasilevich Andrianov's work, Drevnie orositelnye sistemy priaralya, concerning the study of ancient irrigation systems and the settlement pattern in the historical region of Khorezm, south of the Aral Sea (Uzbekistan). This work holds a special place within the Soviet archaeological school because of the results obtained through a multidisciplinary approach combining...
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Are you tired of the escalating challenges in traditional agriculture? Feel the pain of diminishing yields, increasing expenses, and the constant battle against climate change? It's time to put an end to this relentless agony and discover a sustainable solution. Welcome to "Unlocking the Power of the Sun: Agrivoltaics and Sustainable Agriculture" - your ultimate guide to transforming your farming practices and reaping the rewards of a brighter, greener...
17) Cambodia Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Rural Development Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road
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This publication presents an assessment of Cambodia's agriculture, natural resources, and rural development (ANRRD) sector and provides a strategy and road map for its future development. It identifies the strategic investment priorities of the Government of Cambodia, where the Asian Development Bank (ADB) can contribute to ANRRD productivity, value addition, and resource efficiency. ADB support will focus on three key areas: (i) enhancing agricultural...
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Français
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Extrait : "Au milieu des efforts incessants qui se produisent sur tous les points de 'Europe pour découvrir de nouveaux éléments de richesse ; quand on considère l'activité, l'intelligence avec lesquelles mille agents artificiels sont mis en mouvement pour décupler les forces motrices et les agents producteurs, il n'est rien d'aussi pénible que de voir une vaste contrée, à laquelle le ciel a prodigué les faveurs d'un climat chaud et d'une...
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The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has had a wide-ranging and substantial impact on the water sector in Asia and the Pacific. This guidance note focuses on how service providers-particular those involved in supply, sanitation, and wastewater treatment-have been affected and the response measures they have undertaken. It also identifies potential pathways to shape a post-pandemic recovery for the sector and the role of the Asian Development...
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Commonly, we think of soil as just a medium to walk above or build upon. If we had the ability to shrink ourselves to the size of a soil particle, we would be amazed at the vibrant life and ever-changing interactions taking place all around us. The activity, physical changes and diverse life forms would overwhelm the senses. Soil moisture fuels this activity. The soil and water dynamic together as one entity is both the introduction and ending of...