Browsing by Supervisor "Bornman, Janet F."
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Adaptation of New Zealand dairy farms to climate change: An integrated, farm-level analysis
(University of Waikato, 2015)The dairy sector is a cornerstone of the New Zealand economy and as such, it is important to understand the ways in which it is likely to be affected by climate change, whether it will need to adapt, and if so, how this ... -
Applications of Self-Organizing Maps to Statistical Downscaling of Major Regional Climate Variables
(University of Waikato, 2011)This research developed a practical methodological framework, which integrated most of the important aspects related to statistical downscaling. The framework showed high skills when applied to downscale daily precipitation, ... -
Integrated Model Development for the Assessment of Food Security in China Related to Climate Change and Adaptation
(University of Waikato, 2014)This thesis developed a practical methodological framework, which integrated the bio-physical and socio-economic processes within the food system across different scales. The framework provides a useful tool for the ... -
Quantitative Methodology for Measuring Natural Character in New Zealand's Coastal Environments
(University of Waikato, 2011)Anecdotal evidence points to an overall loss of coastal natural character in New Zealand since preserving the natural character of the coastal environment first became a statutory policy-goal in 1973. Today the preservation ... -
Reservoir Life Expectancy in Relation to Climate and Land-Use Changes: Case Study of the Mangla Reservoir in Pakistan
(University of Waikato, 2013)The dams and reservoirs are one of the largest sources to store surface water. The escalating water crisis in the new millennium has made it very important to preserve available water and in turn to preserve the storage ...