CABI News

CABI has published a ‘Guide to the Naturalized and Invasive Plants of Malawi’ – a country home to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Lake Malawi, the fifth largest freshwater lake in the world by volume and home to around 700 species of cichlids.

A paper published in the CABI Reviews journal has found that climate change is the most prominent threat to pollinators – such as bumblebees, wasps, and butterflies – who are essential for biodiversity conservation, crop yields and food security.

A new study published in the journal Animal-Human Interactions reveals that emotional turmoil experienced by dog owners after their pet has been stolen is like/ akin to that of losing a loved one such as a caregiver losing their child.

CABI has published the first ‘Guide to the Naturalized and Invasive Plants of the Caribbean’ which includes aquatics, climbers, grasses, herbs, shrubs, succulents, and trees that threaten biodiversity, livelihoods and economic development.

We all love treats, but which would you choose – chocolate or a new book?

Animal and veterinary science researchers and students, as well as veterinary practitioners and animal behaviourists, will not want to miss a new book published by CABI which explores the wonders of breed differences in dog behaviour.

CABI is pleased to announce that CABI Agriculture and Bioscience will be published by CABI from 1 January 2025. It has been successfully managed by BioMed Central (BMC) in collaboration with CABI since the journal was launched in June 2020.

We are delighted to announce that Human-Animal Interactions has been accepted for indexation in Scopus and the process of listing articles is underway.

A rapid scoping review has been conducted which reveals five common ways in which the health of homeless pet owners and their companion animals is improved.

In 2023, CABI published a range of books across sustainable tourism, agriculture, animal sciences, the life sciences, and other related subjects. We are excited to offer a 30% discount on all CABI books until 29th February.

CABI is pleased to introduce two new titles in its collection of case studies: Animal Science Cases and Food Science and Nutrition Cases. The titles have been launched to answer the need for practical, educational resources in these subject areas.

As 2023 comes to an end, we look back on the year in CABI books and pick out some highlights. From llamas and alpacas to fungus gnats via sustainable tourism and plastic waste – it’s a whistle-stop tour of CABI’s exciting publishing programme.

The effectiveness of Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAT) has long been established through various studies, underscoring the crucial role of professional therapy facilities. Recognizing the ethical responsibility to train and maintain the health of therapy horses, 'Audible Exhale Communication' emerges as a groundbreaking concept contributing significantly to the well-being of these remarkable animals.

The burden of (Anti-Microbial Resistance) AMR felt hardest by the Global South, claiming the lives of over 5 million people, and pushing almost 30 million people into risk of poverty. This month (18-24th November) marks World Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week (WAAW), a global campaign to promote awareness, spread knowledge and improve understanding of AMR.

CABI Agriculture and Bioscience welcomes Dr. Mamta Sharma as a Senior Editor, reinforcing CABI’s longstanding connection with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT). It also welcomes two new Associate Editors from France and Colombia.

Open Access Week 2023 explores the theme of “Community over Commercialization”; a theme that lies close to the heart of CABI and its publishing activities. CABI is pleased to join this year’s discussion by sharing reflections on its own research and the journey to practical application which sometimes passes via CABI journals.

A team of scientists has presented a five-step approach through which governments can plan a transition away from high levels of industrial meat production and consumption that is fair and just for affected stakeholders.

CAB Direct has reached its 15 millionth record as the resource – including CAB Abstracts and Global Health – migrates to CABI Digital Library.

Peer Review Week 2023 explores peer review and the future of publishing. CABI marks the occasion by thanking all peer reviewers for their hard work and sharing reflections from some of its Editors-in-Chief.