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The Potato Crop: Its Agricultural, Nutritional and Social Contribution to Humankind
by Hugo Campos Oscar OrtizThis book is open access under a CC BY 4.0 license. This book provides a fresh, updated and science-based perspective on the current status and prospects of the diverse array of topics related to the potato, and was written by distinguished scientists with hands-on global experience in research aspects related to potato. The potato is the third most important global food crop in terms of consumption. Being the only vegetatively propagated species among the world’s main five staple crops creates both issues and opportunities for the potato: on the one hand, this constrains the speed of its geographic expansion and its options for international commercialization and distribution when compared with commodity crops such as maize, wheat or rice. On the other, it provides an effective insulation against speculation and unforeseen spikes in commodity prices, since the potato does not represent a good traded on global markets. These two factors highlight the underappreciated and underrated role of the potato as a dependable nutrition security crop, one that can mitigate turmoil in world food supply and demand and political instability in some developing countries. Increasingly, the global role of the potato has expanded from a profitable crop in developing countries to a crop providing income and nutrition security in developing ones. This book will appeal to academics and students of crop sciences, but also policy makers and other stakeholders involved in the potato and its contribution to humankind’s food security.
Potato Staple Food Processing Technology
by Taihua Mu Hongnan Sun Xingli LiuThis book introduces readers to volatile compounds of staple foods, while also systematically highlighting the processing technologies of potato staple foods, which will be of great importance in promoting the virtuous circle and structural upgrading of Potato consumption patterns are gradually changing from fresh to processed formulations, (e. g. mashed potatoes, potato chips, etc. ) as a result of fast food habits adopted from developed countries. If the potato can be used to make staple foods, it will not only provide energy, but also nutrition. Though the book is primarily intended for researchers and students in the field of food technology, it will also be of interest to commercial research staff in food technology.
The Potential and Limitations of Bitcoin and Ethereum: A Framework to Assess Blockchain Projects from a Business and Economics Perspective
by S Thomas ZhangThere is a lot of recent excitement about blockchain but the debate is often not conceptually grounded. Blockchain’s innovation is more organizational than technical, and this Pivot discusses its conceptual elements to better evaluate its potential applications in the real world. Rooted in the basic technical concepts of blockchains, this book focuses on blockchain’s potential and limitations from a social science perspective, drawing on areas such as economics, business, and law to discuss what types of applications can make sense for blockchains and which probably do not. It begins with a review of earlier attempts to create similar uses, then discusses Bitcoin and how it differed from other attempts at a decentralized currency. It also outlines the mechanisms of blockchain, its economic and legal connections, the role of smart contracts, and critical issues affecting the technology. It will be of interest to researchers, students, and policymakers of financial technology, economic innovation, regulation, and computer science.
The Potential Contribution of Fiscal Policy to Rebalancing and Growth in New Zealand
by Werner SchuleA report from the International Monetary Fund.
Potential Growth of Australia and New Zealand in the Aftermath of the Global Crisis
by Yan SunA report from the International Monetary Fund.
The Potential Impact of E-Mobility on the Automotive Value Chain (SpringerBriefs in Business)
by Kaan Y. Ciftci Alex Michel Patrick SiegfriedThis book provides extensive insight into the impact of electro-mobility (e-Mobility) on traditional automobile manufacturers. The authors analyse the drivers of e-Mobility and develop a forecast model with the help of exclusive industry reports from leading investment banks and reveal the impact on the automotive value chain. Apart from empirical analysis of the reports, the book also presents insights based on expert interviews with the leading automobile supplier Continental, the consultancy firm KPMG, the market-leading leasing company Deutsche Leasing, and a VW-Audi car dealer.
A Potential-Oriented Perspective on Aging across the Working Lifespan: A Critical Review and Empirical Analyses of Age-Related Human Capital Factors on Behavioral and Attitudinal Outcomes
by Sabine Richter-TrummerConsidering decreasing birth rates and increasing rates of life expectancy, the workforce is rapidly aging – resulting in a more age-diverse labor market. So far, research in IWO-psychology has not fully addressed age-related constructs and issues of new work with longitudinal methods representing changes over time more adequately. To enhance predictions for a rapidly aging workforce, this research focuses on the influence of the potentials of actively aging individuals on frequently cited attitudes and behaviors over the working life span. The results suggest that a more differentiated view of age is partially effective in reducing the probability of turnover intention among IT-employees over time, the age-entrepreneurship relation can be clarified by focusing on the inconsistencies of age and the dimensions of human capital partly contribute to engaging in postretirement work. The outcomes have implications regarding the temporality of aging, entrepreneurial generational identity, calling to work and residuals about postretirement work. Qualitative follow-up research addressing the reasons for turnover intention and work activities retirees experienced as calling seems promising.
The Potential Principle: A Proven System for Closing the Gap Between How Good You Are and How Good You Could Be
by Mark SanbornThe ultimate strategy for succeeding in your personal and professional life.Are you living up to your true potential? Do you feel like you have more potential? You may be the best in your field—the best athlete, scholar, CEO, parent, mathematician, teacher, or mechanic. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still be better; you haven’t maximized your potential.Leadership expert and international bestselling author of The Fred Factor and You Don’t Need a Title to Be a Leader, Mark Sanborn invites you to get better and close the gap between how good you are and how good you can be.Teaching you to employ Sanborn’s uniquely designed “Potential Matrix” to specific areas of your life, The Potential Principle provides you with the tools you need to see breakthrough improvement in key areas of your life.One of the most exciting opportunities is right in front of you every day: pursuing your true potential. You’re on your way. You can make your best second-best. You can be better.
Potential, Risks, and Ethical Implications of Decentralized Insurance (Technology, Work and Globalization)
by Nikita Singhal Shikha Goyal Tanmay SinghalThis book provides a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of decentralized insurance, its impact on the insurance sector, its ethical implications, and its potential to transform the insurance industry. It explores the underlying technologies, such as blockchain, smart contracts, and DApps, that drive the decentralization of insurance services. Additionally, it examines various decentralized insurance models, including Peer-to-Peer, Parametric, and On-Demand Insurance, and their benefits and ethical considerations. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities for innovation and sustainability in the context of decentralized insurance. Its didactic approach, global perspective, and forward-looking vision will provide readers with valuable knowledge to grasp decentralized insurance's complexities, potentials, and challenges, making it a valuable resource for academics, industry professionals, policymakers, and blockchain enthusiasts.
Potential Yields of Major Crops for Chinese and Global Food Security Under Climate Change
by Chengzhi Cai Wenfang CaoThis book analyzes potential yields of six major food crops - rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed worldwide using both qualitative and quantitative approaches to study both China’s and global food security under climate change. Firstly, it reviews previous studies on potential yields of rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed worldwide to provide a detailed information of studying on China’s and global food security based on the product’s supply and demand of these crops. Secondly, average and top (national) yields of rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed since 1961 on global scale are employed to analyze their temporal and spatial variation trends and potential limits. Thirdly, the effects of global warming in climate change on both average and top yields of rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed since 1961 at global level are analyzed using regression model, and their differences between average and top yields among these crops are identified and compared. Fourthly, the yields and per capita quantity of rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed in major producer-countries and the world are analyzed to assess the situation and trend of international trade for the products of these crops, respectively.Fifthly, potential yields of rice, wheat, maize, potato, soybean and rapeseed worldwide by 2030 are projected using both trend-regressed models and ARIMA models to estimate the per capita quantity of these crops based on the projection of world population and assess the status of Chinese and global food security in that future. Finally, it provides policy implications and advice on food security for China and the world directing food production by 2030 under climate change.
Potentials, Challenges and Prospects of Halal Tourism Development in Ethiopia (Routledge Insights in Tourism Series)
by Mohammed Jemal Ahmed Atilla AkbabaThis book explores the potential of halal tourism development and its implementation in Ethiopia. The insights presented assist key stakeholders to make informed decisions concerning commercial strategy, profitability and feasibility of halal tourism from the secular perspective. This innovative book offers a unique contribution to halal tourism, being the first of its kind to assess halal tourism development in developing countries. It provides a clear understanding of what halal tourism means, how it has evolved and the current status of the industry. The book considers the prospects of halal tourism, including the conceptual and practical challenges of halal tourism development. The example of halal tourism in Ethiopia is explored to provide a lens through which deeper understandings can be drawn on where and how to develop halal tourism This book will be of interest to, researchers, students in the disciplines of tourism, anthropology, geography, business administration and sociology. It also provides useful insights for policy makers, planners and professionals in the hospitality and tourism industry.
Potenziale der ukrainischen Wirtschaft: Für Unternehmer und Wirtschaftsinteressierte (essentials)
by Hatto Brenner Renate HeßlerDas essential zeigt in kompakter Form die Geschaftschancen auf, die sich in der Ukraine bieten, und gibt detaillierte und praxisorientierte Hinweise zu wichtigen Aspekten wie Wirtschaftslage, Arbeitsmarkt, Infrastruktur, Investitionsschutz, Zahlungsverkehr und gesetzlichen Regelungen. Renate Hessler und Hatto Brenner informieren ausfuhrlich uber Vorteile wie das hohe Bildungsniveau und die niedrigen Steuern, klaren aber auch uber Herausforderungen wie die instabile politische Lage und die burokratischen Hurden auf. Eine ubersichtliche SWOT-Analyse rundet die Ausfuhrungen ab. Auf diese Weise hilft der Ratgeber dabei, im Geschaft mit der Ukraine Potenziale optimal zu nutzen und Klippen sicher zu umschiffen. "
Potenziale und Herausforderungen der Additiven Fertigung: Gesellschaft – Wirtschaft – Wissenschaft und Transfer (FOM-Edition)
by Justus Bobke Thomas Russack Joachim WeinholdDieses Buch beschreibt den Rahmen und den aktuellen Stand der Additiven Fertigung (3D-Druck) in Deutschland. Es bringt Entscheiderinnen und Entscheidern aus Politik, Wirtschaft und Wissenschaft die Potenziale und Herausforderungen der Additiven Fertigung nahe. Diese können in richtungweisende Entscheidungen einfließen, um den Standort Deutschland und Europa zu stärken. Ausgewiesene Expertinnen und Experten identifizieren globale Hotspots der vergangenen Jahre, aus denen wichtige Impulse für die Additive Fertigung hervorgegangen sind. Die Autorinnen und Autoren zeigen, wie sich die Additive Fertigung entwickelt hat und voraussichtlich entwickeln wird. Dabei berücksichtigen sie gesellschaftliche, wirtschaftliche und technische Aspekte sowie ausgewählte Anwendungsfälle in einzelnen Branchen, um einen Gesamteindruck zu vermitteln.
Potenzialentfaltung und Burnout-Prävention im Vertrieb: Mit den Grundsätzen des Leistungssports zur Balance zwischen Erfolg und Gelassenheit
by Peter HuberMitarbeiter im Verkauf sind Siegertypen und bereit, bis an die Grenzen ihres körperlichen und psychischen Potenzials zu gehen. Dabei gerät die Balance aus Einsatz und Ergebnis oft in eine Schieflage, was sogar im Burnout enden kann. Das muss nicht sein!In diesem Trainingsprogramm zeigt Peter Huber Schritt für Schritt auf, welche Tools sich für ein individuelles Zeit- und Kundenmanagement eignen, wie Sie Stress reduzieren und welche Maßnahmen Sie zur Leistungssteigerung ergreifen können. Dazu verwendet er das Modell der „Big Five“ der Persönlichkeitspsychologie sowie Ansätze aus verschiedenen Sportwelten und leitet daraus Umsetzungspläne für den Verkauf ab. Ein Leitfaden mit hilfreichen Modulen, um psychisch stark und resilient zu werden, eine nachhaltige persönliche Erfolgs- und Zufriedenheitsstrategie zu etablieren und bei Bedarf die richtigen Konsequenzen zu ziehen.Mit Interviews von: Dr. Robert Fritz, SPORTordination, Wien; Marcel Puchinger, Fischer Sports; Patrick Schörkmayer, IRONMAN Austria; Dr. David Müller, Nationale Anti-Doping-Agentur NADA Austria; Katja Rügner, Polar Deutschland; Martina Saller, Microsoft Österreich; Benedikt Böhm, Dynafit; Christoph Strasser, sechsfacher und amtierender RAAM-Sieger; Mario Schindlmayr, Würth Österreich; Peter Klinglmüller, SK Rapid Wien; Michael Koller, SPORTordination, Wien; Stefan Moser, Audi AG.
The Potosí Mita, 1573-1700: Compulsory Indian Labor in the Andes
by Jeffrey A. ColePotosí, a mining center in what is now Bolivia, was the most productive source of silver in the Spanish American Empire between the mid-1500's and the late seventeenth century. Much of this success was attributable, at least initially, to the mita, a system of draft Indian labor instituted by Viceroy Francisco do Toledo in 1573 for the working of the silver mines and refineries. Bitter debate swirled around the mita during most of its 250-year history. It was assailed by its enemies as a form of servitude worse than slavery and accused of depopulating the provinces subject to it, yet it was supported by many, however reluctantly, who believed that the Spanish Empire depended on Potosí silver for its survival. The author traces the evolution of the mita from its inception to the end of the Hapsburg epoch in 1700. The primary focus is on the metamorphosis of the mita under the pressures of changing production realities at Potosí and demographic developments in the provinces from which the Indians were drafted. The author describes the role of native headmen (kurakas) in the system, the means used by Indians to evade service, and the efforts of the mining guild to tailor the mita to its needs. The secondary focus is on the Hapsburg government's administration of the mita, especially those factors that prevented the Crown or its viceroys from being fully effective.
Pottery, Livelihoods, and Landscapes
by Martha G. BellThis book describes the pottery trade activities of the residents of the community of San Bartolom#65533; de los Olleros in Piura, Peru. Based on extensive interviews with potters and traders, it explains why the barter of pots continues to be practiced, and explores how pottery production and exchange practices may now be changing. The book provides a unique and detailed analysis of the interconnections between handicraft production, rural trade networks, and agriculture in an Andean context. Pots are mainly bartered for food crops within a non-monetary peasant economy distinct from the "conventional" market. This practice is an important food source for pottery traders; thus trader livelihoods are placed at the center of this qualitative study of pottery distribution. Of primary importance are: 1) the decision-making processes surrounding exchange activities, 2) how exchange choices produce distinct spatial patterns, and 3) how the marketing of pots impacts livelihoods.
Poultry Meat Processing (South America, Central America and the Caribbean)
by Casey M. OwensWhen the first edition of Poultry Meat Processing was published, it provided a complete presentation of the theoretical and practical aspects of poultry meat processing, exploring the complex mix of biology, chemistry, engineering, marketing, and economics involved. Upholding its reputation as the most comprehensive text available, Poultry Meat Pro
Poultry Production in Hot Climates (2nd edition)
by Nuhad J. DaghirThe poultry industry continues to expand in the warm regions of the world at a much faster rate than in temperate zones. Not only can it be quickly and easily developed in these hot climates but poultry meat and eggs can serve as important sources of animal protein in those areas of the world that have protein insufficiency.
Pound Foolish: Exposing the Dark Side of the Personal Finance Industry
by Helaine OlenIf you've ever bought a personal finance book, watched a TV show about stock picking, listened to a radio show about getting out of debt, or attended a seminar to help you plan for your retirement, you've probably heard some version of these quotes:"What's keeping you from being rich? In most cases, it is simply a lack of belief." --SUZE ORMAN, The Courage to Be Rich"Are you latte-ing away your financial future?" --DAVID BACH, Smart Women Finish Rich"I know you're capable of picking winning stocks and holding on to them." --JIM CRAMER, Mad MoneyThey're common refrains among personal finance gurus. There's just one problem: those and many similar statements are false.For the past few decades, Americans have spent billions of dollars on personal finance products. As salaries have stagnated and companies have cut back on benefits, we've taken matters into our own hands, embracing the can-do attitude that if we're smart enough, we can overcome even daunting financial obstacles. But that's not true.In this meticulously reported and shocking book, journalist and former financial columnist Helaine Olen goes behind the curtain of the personal finance industry to expose the myths, contradictions, and outright lies it has perpetuated. She shows how an industry that started as a response to the Great Depression morphed into a behemoth that thrives by selling us products and services that offer little if any help.Olen calls out some of the biggest names in the business, revealing how even the most respected gurus have engaged in dubious, even deceitful, practices--from accepting payments from banks and corporations in exchange for promoting certain products to blaming the victims of economic catastrophe for their own financial misfortune. Pound Foolish also disproves many myths about spending and saving, including: Small pleasures can bankrupt you: Gurus popularized the idea that cutting out lattes and other small expenditures could make us millionaires. But reducing our caffeine consumption will not offset our biggest expenses: housing, education, health care, and retirement. Disciplined investing will make you rich: Gurus also love to show how steady investing can turn modest savings into a huge nest egg at retirement. But these calculations assume a healthy market and a lifetime without any setbacks--two conditions that have no connection to the real world. Women need extra help managing money: Product pushers often target women, whose alleged financial ignorance supposedly leaves them especially at risk. In reality, women and men are both terrible at handling finances. Financial literacy classes will prevent future economic crises: Experts like to claim mandatory sessions on personal finance in school will cure many of our money ills. Not only is there little evidence this is true, the entire movement is largely funded and promoted by the financial services sector.Weaving together original reporting, interviews with experts, and studies from disciplines ranging from behavioral economics to retirement planning, Pound Foolish is a compassionate and compelling book that will change the way we think and talk about our money.
Pour Your Heart Into It: How Starbucks Built a Company One Cup at a Time
by Howard SchultzThe success of Starbucks Coffee Company is one of the most amazing business stories in decades. What started as a single store on Seattle's waterfront has grown into a company with over sixteen hundred stores worldwide and a new one opening every single business day. Just as remarkable as this incredible growth is the fact that Starbucks has managed to maintain its renowned commitment to product excellence and employee satisfaction.In Pour Your Heart Into It, CEO Howard Schultz illustrates the principles that have shaped the Starbucks phenomenon, sharing the wisdom he has gained from his quest to make great coffee part of the American experience. Marketers, managers, and aspiring entrepreneurs will discover how to turn passion into profit in this definitive chronicle of the company that "has changed everything . . . from our tastes to our language to the face of Main Street." (Fortune)
Poverty Alleviation and Targeted Measures: Theory and Practice
by Sangui WangThis book examines China’s remarkable success in reducing poverty the largest and most significant effort of poverty alleviation in human history. It begins by outlining the background of poverty alleviation in China, systematically analyzing its organizational and policy frameworks, and detailing the implementation models and pathways of targeted poverty alleviation. Next, it addresses the challenges and practices associated with poverty alleviation in China, summarizing the experiences that illustrate not only significant achievements in poverty reduction but also far-reaching political, social, and international implications. Finally, at a pivotal moment in the CPC’s pursuit of its second centenary goal, the book connects poverty alleviation with rural revitalization, which is essential for the next phase of agricultural and rural development in China. It offers a forward-looking analysis of relative poverty alleviation and proposes specific strategies to address these challenges.
Poverty Alleviation Case Analysis In China: Poverty Alleviation Best Practice via Practices and SDG Strategies (SpringerBriefs on Case Studies of Sustainable Development)
by Intl Poverty Reduction Center In ChinaThis book offers comprehensive analysis for individual cases of poverty alleviation to facilitate respective in-depth key learnings and an overview of poverty alleviation strategies carried out in China. Best practices were selected from representative cases in China to demonstrate the development of different approaches in the poverty alleviation journey with collective stakeholders’ efforts – Government, Industry, Academia, and Research, plus the local stakeholders engaged in the rural development activities. Overseas cases are referenced to show the outcome of similar strategies as comparison with the consideration of regional specific conditions. Through better understanding of the focal issues, areas and organizations – and their respective key challenges and solutions – there is the compilation for each case its analysis, comparative studies and SDG relevance. These aim at engaging the readers from institutes, governments, corporates, or social enterprises, to think about how to adopt the related SDG strategies. They also serve as the initiatives to facilitate potential cross-region and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The book acts as the guide on how: - Poverty Reduction is one of the key goals in SDGs – while solving this key challenge, multiple goals could be planned and tackled together to make an effective solution. - Multi-disciplinary strategies are put in place, demonstrated via success stories and best practices. Key driving factors are identified with the consideration of the driving organization nature. - A system could be developed to engage different stakeholders in the society for industry development – and to avoid returning to poverty in the long term. - Future international cooperation could be facilitated to create a poverty alleviation framework applicable across different regions.
Poverty Alleviation in China
by Kun YanThis study systematically investigates the development process, major characteristics and weak links of China's poverty alleviation experience and conducts a comparative analysis of poverty alleviation cases. It also accurately presents the internal logic and core elements of China's poverty alleviation theory and taking the Chinese experience of poverty alleviation refines the "Two Threads One Force" theoretical framework to make a basic judgment of the "China model" for poverty alleviation. It also presents the rationale and plans for responding to new challenges to achieve poverty alleviation goals, which will enhance the welfare of the people and promote social progress and national prosperity.
Poverty Alleviation Investment and Private Economy in China
by Lin WangThis book explores the mechanisms and significance of China's private economy participating in poverty alleviation. By basing its analysis on theories of development economics and public economics, the book stresses practical significance and abandons unreasonable assumptions. It uses a systematic set of statistical analysis tools and descriptive statistics to provide a multidimensional and highly visual format. Beyond the traditional qualitative comparison of countries, it also introduces quantitative comparison. Considering the increasing concern and curiosity about China's booming economy and rising private sector, the book is highly topical, offering readers theoretical insights into China's poverty alleviation mechanisms and essential information on the role played by the private economy in social and economic development.
Poverty and Austerity amid Prosperity: A Comparative Introduction
by Gregg M. OlsenPoverty and Austerity amid Prosperity puts a sharp focus on rising levels of poverty and homelessness in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Highlighting the important differences between these countries, Gregg M. Olsen examines how poverty and homelessness have been conceptualized, defined, measured, and addressed in each country. Olsen critically contrasts the two main theoretical traditions – individual and societal – that have emerged to explain poverty and homelessness. Ultimately, he argues that societal approaches to the study of poverty are better equipped to explain the developments unfolding across these nations and that the eradication of poverty will only happen when the socioeconomic system has been seriously overhauled and founded upon economic democracy.