Lettuce, Endive and Chicory
by
Edward Ryder
Book Details
Format
Paperback / Softback
Book Series
Crop Production Science in Horticulture
ISBN-10
0851992854
ISBN-13
9780851992853
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Imprint
CABI Publishing
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Feb 1st, 1999
Print length
224 Pages
Weight
332 grams
Dimensions
22.80 x 15.60 x 1.30 cms
Product Classification:
Agriculture & related industriesAgronomy & crop productionGardening: growing fruit & vegetables
Ksh 9,800.00
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This volume opens with a review of world production data, crop uses, botany, taxonomy and evolution. It then describes the genetics and breeding of the crop. Physiological aspects are then discussed. Production methods worldwide are reviewed, before consideration of harvesting and seeds, pests and diseases, and economics and marketing.
In common with other titles in this series, this volume describes the scientific principles that are the bases of crop production practices. This volume focuses on the leafy salad vegetables lettuce, endive and chicory. It opens with a review of world production data, crop uses, botany, taxonomy and evolution. It then describes the genetics and breeding of the crop, including cultivar development and germplasm resources. Physiological aspects, such as germination, growth and development, are then discussed. Production methods worldwide, including growing under cover in protected environments, are reviewed, before consideration of harvesting and seeds, pests and diseases, and economics and marketing. The book is written by one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject and will be indispensable for advanced students and growers in horticulture.
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