Download or read book Pests Diseases and Disorders of Dragon Fruit written by and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Review of Major Pests Diseases and Disorders in Dragon Fruit Across the World written by and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fruit Pests Diseases and Disorders written by Audrey Brooks and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pests and Diseases in Fruit Crops written by S. Parthasarathy and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2024-08-16 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides information about the major diseases of horticultural crops in India and discusses the significant pest, disease, and nematode issues affecting essential fruit crops in the country. It also addresses the management of pests in vegetable crops through several methods such as regulatory, physical, cultural, chemical, and biological approaches, host resistance, and integrated pest management strategies. Print edition not for sale in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Bhutan)
Download or read book Durian written by Tong Kwee Lim and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Insect Pests and Plant Diseases in the Vegetable and Fruit Garden written by F. Martin Duncan and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dragon Fruit written by T Vijayan Babu and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Dragon Fruit: Cultivation and Care" is a detailed guide aimed at both novice and experienced growers, offering comprehensive insights into every aspect of dragon fruit cultivation. The book begins by exploring the history and origins of dragon fruit, which is native to Central and South America and later introduced to Southeast Asia. It discusses the global spread of dragon fruit cultivation, highlighting its popularity in tropical and subtropical regions such as Vietnam, Thailand, China, and Mexico, and its growing demand in North America and Europe due to its exotic appearance, nutritional benefits, and culinary versatility. The book categorizes the main types of dragon fruit into Hylocereus undatus (white-fleshed), Hylocereus costaricensis (red-fleshed), and Hylocereus megalanthus (yellow-skinned). Each type's physical characteristics, flavor profiles, and specific cultivation requirements are detailed to help growers choose the right variety for their conditions and market demands. It explains the plant morphology, including the structure and growth habits of the stems, roots, flowers, and fruit, emphasizing the need for support structures due to the plant's climbing nature. Flowering and fruiting habits are crucial for successful cultivation. The book outlines the necessary conditions for flowering, including appropriate nighttime temperatures and light exposure, and describes the pollination process essential for fruit set, offering tips for both natural and manual pollination. It details the fruiting process from flower to mature fruit, including the timeline and signs of fruit maturity. The book also highlights the diversity within dragon fruit species, emphasizing breeding efforts to develop new varieties with desirable traits such as higher yields, better taste, and increased resistance to pests and diseases. The book covers ideal climate conditions for dragon fruit cultivation, emphasizing the need for warm temperatures, adequate rainfall, and suitable humidity levels, and provides guidelines for managing these conditions to ensure optimal growth. Soil types and preparation are discussed, focusing on well-draining soils and proper amendments to enhance fertility and structure. It covers irrigation and drainage, noting the sensitivity of dragon fruit plants to both drought and waterlogging, and offers advice on setting up efficient irrigation systems and ensuring proper drainage. Pest and disease management is a significant concern for growers, and the book identifies common pests like mealybugs and scale insects, along with diseases such as stem rot and anthracnose, providing strategies for controlling these issues. It emphasizes the importance of integrated pest management (IPM) techniques and offers advice on pruning and training plants for optimal growth and fruit production. Harvesting techniques, post-harvest handling, and storage are covered to ensure that the fruit reaches consumers in the best possible condition. The book explores value addition through processing methods like drying and juicing, enhancing the market potential of dragon fruit. The nutritional profile of dragon fruit is highlighted, showcasing its vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and discussing its health benefits and potential medicinal uses. Culinary uses and recipes are included, providing inspiration for incorporating dragon fruit into various dishes and products. The book also addresses the cost of cultivation, offering a detailed breakdown of expenses, analyzing market trends and demand, and discussing marketing and export potential. It concludes with a look at research and development in dragon fruit cultivation, highlighting ongoing innovations and opportunities for genetic improvement and new variety development.
Download or read book Tropical Fruits Diseases And Pests written by Arya Arun and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Diseases of Tropical Fruit Crops written by Randy C. Ploetz and published by CABI. This book was released on 2003 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Annotation. Comprehensive information on diseases of the most important tropical fruit cropsChapters are devoted to a single or, in some cases, a related group of host plantsThe history, distribution, importance, symptoms, aetiology, epidemiology and management of diseases of each crop are described in detailThis book offers a comprehensive review of diseases of important tropical and some subtropical fruit crops. The history, distribution, importance, etiology, epidemiology and control of diseases of each host crop are covered, along with brief summaries on the taxonomy, origins and characteristics of each host. Additional information is given on the biology and pathology of the causal agents and on new advances that change or otherwise enhance our understanding of the nature and cause of these diseases. Plant pathologists, plantation and nursery managers, lecturers and those who are involved in tropical agriculture and horticulture will find this an essential reference.
Download or read book Common Insect Pests and Diseases on Fruit Trees in the Home Garden written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dragon Fruit written by Sisir Mitra and published by CABI. This book was released on 2024-05-09 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dragon fruit (pitaya) is a perennial climbing cactus, native to the tropical areas of North, Central and South America. It is suited to tropical and subtropical regions and is commercially grown in an increasing number of countries, including Israel, Australia and the USA. Dragon fruit generates considerable consumer interest because of its exotic appearance and potential health benefits. The fruit is rich in nutrients and phytochemical compounds. It can be eaten fresh or used in the preparation of juices, jellies, jams, etc. The natural bioactive compounds in pitaya have the potential to be exploited in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Increasingly cultivated worldwide, the plant is drought-resistant, easily adapts to light intensity and high temperatures, and has a tolerance to a wide range of soil salinities. With ongoing global warming, dragon fruit has great potential as a new crop for many more countries. This book is a compilation of the current state of knowledge on dragon fruit physiology, cultivation, production technology, postharvest management and processing, and is written by leading international authors.
Download or read book Tropical Fruits written by Arun Arya and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Natural Pest Disease Control written by H. A. Elwell and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Postharvest Physiological Disorders in Fruits and Vegetables written by Sergio Tonetto de Freitas and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-01-15 with total page 824 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, chock full of color illustrations, addresses the main postharvest physiological disorders studied in fruits and vegetables. For a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, Postharvest Physiological Disorders in Fruits and Vegetables describes visual symptoms, triggering and inhibiting mechanisms, and approaches to predict and control these disorders after harvest. Color photographs illustrate the disorders, important factors, physiology, and management. The book includes a detailed description of the visual symptoms, triggering and inhibiting mechanisms, and possible approaches to predict and control physiological disorders. The mechanisms triggering and inhibiting the disorders are discussed in detail in each chapter, based on recent studies, which can help readers better understand the factors regulating each disorder. The description of possible approaches to predict and control each disorder can help growers, shippers, wholesalers, and retailers to determine the best management practices to reduce disorder incidence and crop losses. Features: Presents visual symptoms of postharvest physiological disorders that will help readers to precisely identify the disorders in fruits and vegetables Details mechanisms triggering and inhibiting the postharvest disorders Explains possible approaches to predict and control these disorders Suggests the best postharvest management approaches for each crop Although there are many scientific publications on postharvest physiological disorders, there are no recent reviews or books putting together the most recent information about the mechanisms regulating, as well as about the possible approaches to predict and control these disorders.
Download or read book Control of Small Fruit Diseases and Insect Pests written by Leon Kilby Jones and published by . This book was released on 1935 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pests and Diseases of Small Fruit written by E. L. Chambers and published by . This book was released on 1954 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Control of Small Fruit Diseases and Insect Pests written by Leon Kilby Jones and published by . This book was released on 1942 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
