Sarah J. Pethybridge, Botanical Resources Australia–Agricultural Services Pty. Ltd., Ulverstone, Tasmania, 7315, Australia; Frank S. Hay, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research (TIAR), University of Tasmania–Cradle Coast Campus, Burnie, Tasmania, 7320, Australia; and David H. Gent, United States Department of Agriculture– Agricultural Research Service, Forage Seed and Cereal Research Unit...

Contents 1. Introduction – biodiversity in agricultural ecosystems 2. Planned diversity and the functioning of agricultural systems 2.1. Intraspecific diversity 2.2. Species diversity 2.3. Habitat and landscape diversity 3. Unplanned diversity and the functioning of agricultural systems. 3.1. Pollination services 3.2. Soil processes 3.3. Natural pest control 4. Conclusions Bibliography Biograph...

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