Fundamentals Of Vegetable Crop Production
Fundamentals Of Vegetable Crop Production

Author: B. Nair

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2014-02-01

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 9386237350

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The book discusses and covers all the basics of vegetable production in a precise manner. The latest area, production and recent scenario of vegetables in the world market are also detailed. It covers nearly all the aspects of vegetables starting from the classification, nitty-gritty, detailed agronomic practices to the harvest, storage and vale addition. The role of various nutrients along with their deficiency symptoms is included in the book. The major weeds, pests and diseases as well as their management is discribed in the book. The book can be very useful for the students of graduate level, post graduate level, doctorate level and for preparing various competitive examinations. It also contains question bank which could be extremely helpful for the students.

The Fundamentals of Horticulture
The Fundamentals of Horticulture

Author: Chris Bird

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2014-04-24

Total Pages: 475

ISBN-13: 1107782546

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Essential reading for all studying horticulture and keen gardeners. This clear introduction to the principles underlying the practical applications of horticulture opens up the excitement of growing plants and garden development without readers wading through complex information. Written by a team of highly motivated and experienced horticultural tutors, the text supports the newly restructured RHS Level 2 qualifications with related Level 3 topics in boxes and signposting to Level 4 topics, together with other horticultural qualifications at these levels. Full colour images tied closely to the text and practical case study boxes inspire readers by making topics relevant to their own horticultural experiences. A comprehensive glossary helps build confidence in the use of classical horticulture language as well as new developing terms, and end-of-chapter questions encourage readers to apply what they have learnt. Extensive online supporting material includes mind maps showing the relationship of topics and aiding students in revision.

Fruit Production
Fruit Production

Author: K. Usha

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

Published: 2020-11-25

Total Pages: 9

ISBN-13: 9389130182

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Fruits are very important for human beings and also play an important role in religious practices, mythology and art. They are not only delicious but also have many nutrients which are necessary for human health. India is the second largest producer of fruits in the world. Fruit production requires a lot of science and some basic fundamental knowledge to grow them successfully. The book compiles fundamental issues of fruit production like layout and planting, cultural practices, growth and bearing habits of fruit crops, unfruitfulness etc. Understanding of all these topics will help the students for proper knowledge of fundamentals of fruit production. The language of the work has been kept very simple and easily understandable keeping in mind the students with a lot of diagrams, figures and colour pictures. The second section has been added with the pure aim to make readers understand the basics and theory covered in the first part in easy way with the help of practicals. The book would be helpful to growers, nurserymen, farmers, teachers, scientist, extension officer and all those who wish to become familiar with the topic in relation to their professional interest.

Sweet Cherries
Sweet Cherries

Author: Lynn E. Long

Publisher: CABI

Published: 2020-12-03

Total Pages: 403

ISBN-13: 1786398281

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This new book provides comprehensive coverage of sustainable sweet cherry production including global trends, improved varieties and rootstocks, orchard establishment and management, the physiology of growth and cropping, and protecting the crop from adverse climates, pests, and diseases. Sweet cherries are a specialty crop, subject to significant production risks for growers, yet with high potential market returns due to strong consumer demand for the fruit's intensely enjoyable flavor and nutraceutical benefits.

Handbook of Fruits and Fruit Processing
Handbook of Fruits and Fruit Processing

Author: Y. H. Hui

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2008-02-28

Total Pages: 712

ISBN-13: 0470276487

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The processing of fruits continues to undergo rapid change. In the Handbook of Fruits and Fruit Processing, Dr. Y.H. Hui and his editorial team have assembled over forty respected academicians and industry professionals to create an indispensable resource on the scientific principles and technological methods for processing fruits of all types. The book describes the processing of fruits from four perspectives: a scientific basis, manufacturing and engineering principles, production techniques, and processing of individual fruits. A scientific knowledge of the horticulture, biology, chemistry, and nutrition of fruits forms the foundation. A presentation of technological and engineering principles involved in processing fruits is a prelude to their commercial production. As examples, the manufacture of several categories of fruit products is discussed. The final part of the book discusses individual fruits, covering their harvest to a finished product in a retail market. As a professional reference book replete with the latest research or as a practical textbook filled with example after example of commodity applications, the Handbook of Fruits and Fruit Processing is the current, comprehensive, yet compact resource ideal for the fruit industry.

Postharvest Technology of Perishable Horticultural Commodities
Postharvest Technology of Perishable Horticultural Commodities

Author: Elhadi M. Yahia

Publisher: Woodhead Publishing

Published: 2019-07-16

Total Pages: 752

ISBN-13: 0128132779

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Postharvest Technology of Perishable Horticultural Commodities describes all the postharvest techniques and technologies available to handle perishable horticultural food commodities. It includes basic concepts and important new advances in the subject. Adopting a thematic style, chapters are organized by type of treatment, with sections devoted to postharvest risk factors and their amelioration. Written by experts from around the world, the book provides core insights into identifying and utilizing appropriate postharvest options for maximum results. - Presents the most recent developments in processing technologies in a single volume - Includes a wide range of perishable products, thus allowing for translational insight - Appropriate for students and professionals - Written by experts as a reference resource