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Tomatoes

edited by Ep Heuvelink

(Crop production science in horticulture / series editors, Jeff Atherton, 27)

CABI, c2018

2nd ed

  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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Description

This new edition of a successful, practical book provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of all aspects of the production of the tomato crop, within the context of the global tomato industry. Tomatoes are one of the most important horticultural crops in both temperate and tropical regions and this book explores our current knowledge of the scientific principles underlying their biology and production. Tomatoes 2nd Edition covers genetics and breeding, developmental processes, crop growth and yield, fruit ripening and quality, irrigation and fertilisation, crop protection, production in the open field, greenhouse production, and postharvest biology and handling. It has been updated to: reflect advances in the field, such as developments in molecular plant breeding, crop and product physiology, and production systems. include a new chapter on organic tomato production. present photos in full colour throughout. Authored by an international team of experts, this book is essential for growers, extension workers, industry personnel, and horticulture students and lecturers.

Table of Contents

1: The Global Tomato Industry 2: Genetics and Breeding 3: Developmental Processes 4: Crop Growth and Yield 5: Fruit Quality 6: Irrigation and Fertilization 7: Crop Protection: Pest and Disease Management 8: Production in Open Field 9: Greenhouse Tomato Production 10: Postharvest Biology and Handling of Tomatoes 11: Organic Tomato

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Details

  • NCID
    BB27281513
  • ISBN
    • 9781780641935
  • LCCN
    2018002400
  • Country Code
    us
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Boston
  • Pages/Volumes
    x, 378 p.
  • Size
    24 cm
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