E. Languages English is the primary language of the collection. F. Treatment Emphasis is on monographs, serials, reference works, handbooks, manuals, and conference proceedings. Trade publications and newsletters are of interest, particularly in horticulture and animal science. Standards are also important, particularly in biological systems engineering. G. Formats Primarily print for monographs and most journals, though electronic full-text is also of growing importance for journals.
Bibliographic databases are available through the Internet.
The Libraries support access to key bibliographic databases in agriculture, engineering, and the life sciences. Videos are sometimes acquired upon faculty request. The majority of materials are selected by the agriculture bibliographer, with priority given to faculty and student requests. Annual reviews and similar materials, including important monographic serials, are received on standing order. The Libraries maintain an approval plan for books from many university presses and significant trade publishers, including CAB beginning with 1995 imprints.