/library/oar/handle/123456789/77215 2026-05-26T13:23:46Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/96104 Title: Public transport and the environment in Malta Abstract: More than 100 years of motorised transport has changed the world. It would be impossible to imagine life today without the mobility bestowed by motorised transport. Industry and local public services are dependant on modern commercial vehicles for a whole range of tasks, ranging from shipment of parts through to ambulance transport. The public at large is equally dependant on motorised transport for practically all its activities be it going to work or for pleasure. No other means of transport offers comparable flexibility. But the growing number of vehicles is placing ever-greater burdens on the environment, affecting our atmosphere, plant and animal life, and man as well. Even the cleanest and most economical of conventional engines burn fossil fuels. It is not yet technically possible even with catalytic converters and other technical improvements to completely prevent the emission of carbon dioxide and other harmful emissions from these engines. It is with this thought in mind that this present study is undertaken in the hope that an increased awareness is fostered and policy decisions are taken to reduce as much as possible the impact on the environment. Description: DIP.ENV.MANGT. 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/78726 Title: Managing hunting and trapping in the Maltese Islands Abstract: Hunting and trapping in the Maltese islands are two human activities at the centre of much debate. On the one hand the anti hunting - lobby deplore the way hunting and trapping occur in the Maltese islands while on the other hand, hunters state that their hobby is part of local tradition and is there only pastime. The introduction of this work gives a general overview of the situation present in the Maltese islands with regard to the issue of bird hunting and trapping. The work discusses the history of bird hunting and trapping in Malta and the arguments put forward by hunters , trappers and environmental groups on the issue. It then analyses the manner in which the 1993 bird hunting and trapping regulations came into being. Interviews were held with a number of key persons involved ill the issue and discussions were held with a group of hunters and a group of hunters' children. In addition, a questionnaire was sent to all Local Councils in the Maltese islands. In conclusion, this work outlines a plan by means of which hunting and trapping can be better managed in the Maltese islands. This plan is based on the analyses of the Local Council responses together with the analysis of the interviews with key persons, hunters and their children. Description: M.SC.ENV.PLANNING&MANGT. 1995-01-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/78599 Title: Cultural practices of strawberry cultivation in Malta Abstract: The strawberry is a popular small fruit in Malta. Demand for strawberries has increased in the past years and is still growing. A market for locally produced strawberries for fresh consumption surely exists. This soft, juicy, nutritious, low calorific, bright red, slightly acidic, delicious fruit is sought for all year round by both the inhabitants and the ever increasing tourists that visit the island. In response to the above, strawberry cultivation and thus production has been increasing year after year. Description: M.SC.AGRICULTURAL SCI. 2001-01-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/78539 Title: The fungal flora of stored Zea mays L Abstract: It is estimated that total post harvest losses of grains can be as high as 50% in some countries. Most result from infestation by insects, microorganisms, rodents and birds. A smaller but quite significant proportion of the total losses results from respiration and gradual deterioration of viability, nutritive quality, and end - use properties during storage. Description: M.SC.AGRICULTURAL&VET.PHARM. 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z