A major factor affecting quality in wine grapes is the varying levels of ripeness within a bunch. A significant cause of within bunch variation is the formation of an additional branch at the base of the main bunch, called ...

This thesis presents collaborative research undertaken with the Kuna indigenous peoples in Kuna Yala, a semi-autonomous indigenous territory in Panama. The Kuna experience of ongoing governance through traditional practices ...

Internationally, concerns over food safety and quality have been increasing as a result of a number of food safety scares. Governments worldwide have responded to these concerns through encouraging or mandating firms in ...

Our ability to consistently predict which taxa will become invasive and where, and understanding of the drivers of this variation is limited. A better understanding of how variation in traits within species and biotic and ...

Modern human society operates under a prevailing waste management paradigm, that is based upon linear systems which convert resources, through synthesis of problematic materials and disposability-focused manufacturing ...

The thesis explores the early history of bicycle racing in New Zealand, from its introduction in 1869, until the major decline of public interest in bicycle racing on specially constructed oval tracks which was, practically ...

Research into service quality and related constructs such as customer satisfaction, perceived value, image and behavioural intentions has increased in the last two decades. However, there is controversy about the ...

Community forestry in Nepal is intended to facilitate both improved forest conditions and the alleviation of poverty, by increasing community participation in forest resource management. While this programme has been ...

Peel and kernel often discarded during mango processing, are potential sources of antioxidants and could be utilised as additives to preserve meat products. The cultivar, physicochemical characteristics and stage of maturity ...

This has been a co-operative research project between the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Division of Horticulture and Processing, DSIR, New Zealand Apple and Pear Marketing Board, The New Zealand Fruit growers ...