"The Science of Agriculture: A Biological Approach, 2nd Edition" integrates biological sciences with modern agricultural concepts. Easy-to-follow and superbly illustrated, this text will develop the reader's comprehension of agriscience, as thorough coverage is given to environmental concerns, food spoilage and safety, along with life processes of plants and animals. An emphasis is placed on critical thinking, and practical activities to reinforce key information are featured at the end of each chapter. New directions in agriculture and agricultural career choices for the 21st century are also considered.