Download or read book Vegetable Crops written by T. K. Bose and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 702 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first edition of the book entitled 'Vegetable Crops in India' published in 1986 was revised in 1993 with the title 'Vegetable Crops'. Both the previous editions were considered as outstanding publication on the subject and proved valuable to the students, teachers, researchers and extension specialists in horticulture in general and olericulture in particular, in different parts of the world. During the period after the book was revised in 1993, enormous work has been reported on all important vegetable crops and it was considered necessary to published the present revised edition in two volumes.
Download or read book Genetic Improvement of Vegetable Crops written by G. Kalloo and published by Newnes. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 846 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Genetic improvement has played a vital role in enhancing the yield potential of vegetable crops. There are numerous vegetable crops grown worldwide and variable degrees of research on genetics, breeding and biotechnology have been conducted on these crops. This book brings together the results of such research on crops grouped as alliums, crucifers, cucurbits, leaf crops, tropical underground and miscellaneous. Written by eminent specialists, each chapter concentrates on one crop and covers cytology, genetics, breeding objectives, germplasm resources, reproductive biology, selection breeding methods, heterosis and hybrid seed production, quality and processing attributes and technology. This unique collection will be of great value to students, scientists and vegetable breeders as it provides a reference guide on genetics, breeding and biotechnology of a wide range of vegetable crops.
Download or read book Vegetable Crops written by T. R. Gopalakrishnan and published by New India Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With reference to India.
Download or read book Tropical Vegetable Production written by Raymond A. T. George and published by CABI. This book was released on 2011 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume consists of two parts. Part 1 comprises 6 chapters concerning the principles and practice of tropical vegetable production (including site, topography, soils and water; site management, seeds and types of cultivars; support for farmers; crop preparation and management; reducing pre- and postharvest losses and marketing surpluses). In Part 2, the crops have been mainly dealt with according to their taxonomy as botanical families, either as single or groups of families per chapter. These include: Alliaceae; Cruciferae [Brassicaceae]; Cucurbitaceae; Solanaceae; Leguminosae; leafy vegetables; Araceae, Convolvulaceae, Dioscoreaceae, Euphorbiaceae; Andean tubers and roots and crops of the Lamiaceae and Apiaceae; and Gramineae [Poaceae] and Cyperaceae. Examples of the indigenous species which can be regarded as important sources of edible vegetative materials which are not dealt with in the main text have been listed in Appendix 1. Contact details of the main international research stations are provided in Appendix 2. This book has been written with the hope and purpose that it will be used by technical, college and university students during their studies of horticulture, crop production and agriculture; it is also for students on other allied courses and agriculturists who find themselves needing more vegetable-orientated information in the course of their professional activities. It is aimed to assist in the production of extension, advisory and research staff and officers who will be the core of trainers, advisors, researchers and extension workers in tropical and subtropical countries.
Download or read book Fundamentals Of Vegetable Crop Production written by B. Nair and published by Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2014-02-01 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Heterosis Breeding in Vegetable Crops written by Nagendra Rai and published by New India Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With reference to India.
Download or read book Vegetable Crops of India written by K. S. Yawalkar and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Handbook of Vegetable Crops written by Major Singh Dhaliwal and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Vegetable Science And Technology written by Pranab Hazra and published by New India Publishing Agency. This book was released on 2019-07-05 with total page 13 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book has been designed to cater the needs of undergraduates and postgraduates of State and Central Agricultural Universities studying vegetable science and horticultural science. This book has been framed to provide the principles for environmental and growth factors, seedling and graft production, nutrient and water management, organic and protected farming, crop protection, post-harvest management and marketing of vegetable crops. Every production aspect of 42 major and minor vegetable crops grown in the tropical and subtropical regions along with information regarding origin and taxonomy, importance and uses, botany, nutritional and medicinal values, plant protection measures and post-harvest management have been provided. The author's long and rich experience acquired through teaching and research on different aspects of vegetable science in the State Agricultural University was put to structure this book.
Download or read book Handbook of Vegetable Science and Technology written by D. K. Salunkhe and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1998-03-19 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Furnishes exhaustive, single-source coverage of the production and postharvest technology of more than 70 major and minor vegetables grown in tropical, subtropical, and temperate regions throughout the world. Provides comparative data for each vegetable presented. "
Download or read book Diseases of Fruits and Vegetable Crops written by Gireesh Chand and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-05-12 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diseases of Fruits and Vegetable Crops: Recent Management Approaches covers certain basic aspects of knowledge on diagnostic symptoms, modes of perpetuation and dissemination of pathogens, favorable conditions for disease development, and the latest management strategies for disease prevention and mitigation in vegetable crops, fruit crops, and plantation crops. With chapters written by experts working on specific fruit and vegetables disease, the volume covers many vegetable and fruit crops, including pineapples, grapes, apples, guava, litchi, potatoes, peas, beans, ginger and turmeric, and many more. Each chapter reviews the specific diseases relevant to the crop and their management and includes recent research findings. The information presented here will be valuable for plant protection officers, district horticulture officers, and other government personnel in the directorates and agencies of agriculture, horticulture and plant protection, as well as plant protection experts, vegetable specialists, and others.
Download or read book Vegetable Crops at a Glance written by S.K. Tyagi and published by Scientific Publishers - Competition Tutor. This book was released on 2018-03-01 with total page 646 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a compendium which dealing with all aspects and facts of vegetable crops which will meet the requirements of all those preparing for JRF, SRF, NET, Ph.D., ARS, and other competitive examinations. This book encompasses all the utmost important features required to get through NET conducted by ASRB, New Delhi. The book incorporates the latest data and facts, which are frequently asked in various competitive exams. Information on recent advances in crop improvement, crop health management and crop production gives a cutting edge to this publication. Narration and presentation of different topics is simple and easily understandable. Specimen multiple choice questions are there with their answers. This would immensely help the aspirants of different, competitive examinations.
Download or read book DISEASES OF CROP PLANTS IN INDIA written by G. RANGASWAMI and published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 1998-01-01 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully-revised and enlarged fourth edition introduces the students to the basic and applied aspects of plant pathology and to the major diseases of crops and fruit trees in India. Latest developments in the molecular biology of diseased plants and control measures are incorporated in the book.
Download or read book Lost Crops of Africa written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2006-10-27 with total page 378 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This report is the second in a series of three evaluating underexploited African plant resources that could help broaden and secure Africa's food supply. The volume describes the characteristics of 18 little-known indigenous African vegetables (including tubers and legumes) that have potential as food- and cash-crops but are typically overlooked by scientists and policymakers and in the world at large. The book assesses the potential of each vegetable to help overcome malnutrition, boost food security, foster rural development, and create sustainable landcare in Africa. Each species is described in a separate chapter, based on information gathered from and verified by a pool of experts throughout the world. Volume I describes African grains and Volume III African fruits.
Download or read book A GUIDE ON TEMPERATE VEGETABLE CROPS written by T. Ilakiya and published by JEC PUBLICATION. This book was released on with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to "A Guide on Temperate Vegetable Crops," where the primary focus of this book is to explore the detailed production technologies for growing a variety of vegetable crops in temperate climates. This guide is designed for everyone from home gardeners to commercial growers who are seeking practical, technology-driven approaches to enhance their crop yields and quality. The idea for this book originated from observing a gap in practical, technology-focused resources that cater specifically to the unique challenges and opportunities of temperate vegetable production. As our climate changes and as more growers aim to optimize their production in environmentally sensitive ways, there is a profound need for a resource that combines traditional cultivation practices with modern technological insights. In each chapter of this book, I have detailed the production technology specific to a particular vegetable crop. These chapters not only cover the basic botanical characteristics and requirements of each vegetable but also delve into advanced topics such as soil fertility management, integrated pest management, precision agriculture, and the latest in genetic advancements that can be tailored to temperate climates. By sharing this knowledge, " A Guide on Temperate Vegetable Crops" aims to equip its readers with the tools necessary to innovate and adapt to the evolving demands of vegetable production. The information provided here is intended to not just inform but also inspire new ways of thinking about how vegetables can be grown in temperate regions. Whether you are a student, a researcher, or someone directly involved in agricultural production, this book will serve as a valuable reference and a practical guide. It is my hope that the insights and techniques described will not only enhance your understanding but also ignite a passion for pursuing excellence in the field of temperate vegetable production.
Download or read book Modern Technology in Vegetable Production written by Pranab Hazra and published by New India Publishing Agency. This book was released on 2011-08-03 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The challenges of increasing vegetable productivity against unfortunate diminishing soil fertility natural resources particularly land and water and rising cost of vegetable production call for greater technology support. This book deals with classification of different vegetable crops basic principles of different crop management practices viz, seedling management water management plant nutrient management pollination management IPM techniques integrated disease management biological management of diseases and weed management and modern production technologies of 29 important vegetable crops. Unique feature of this book lay on 190 coloured photographs on four important aspects of vegetable production viz, nursery management physiological disorder disease and insect pests of different vegetables crops. This type book dealing with modern vegetable production technology with extensive photographic documentation is the new addition in the teaching and demonstrative field of vegetable science. This book will be extremely beneficial not only for the students but also for the faculty members of the colleges and University technical personnel of the commercial vegetable farms planners extension and development officers and even nutritionists and dieticians will also get benefit from this book."
Download or read book Underutilized and Underexploited Horticultural Crops Vol 03 written by K.V. Peter and published by New India Publishing. This book was released on 2008-06-02 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The series Underutilized and Underexploited Horticultural Crops are reviewed in several science journals for its uniqueness and richness in content and botanical information. Enlarging the food base and food basket along with validated information on plants for industry, dyes, timber, energy and medicine is the core theme of the series. The third volume has 25 chapters written by 46 scientists from UK, Mexico, Spain, India, USA, Turkey and Nigeria. The crops covered are atuna, African de bolita, capers and caper plants, kair, natural dye plants, plants used for dye sources, underutilized wild edible fruits of Kerala, bael, carambola, tropical plum, citrus, fig, guava, star gooseberry, hog-plum, underutilized leaf vegetables of sub-Himalayan terai region, underutilized vegetables of Tripura, agathi and chekkurmanis, celosia, colocasia, edible begonias, kangkong, underutilized palms, Atuna and African de bolita are new crops to Indian readeNatural dyes are attaining significant commercial importance in view of the negative effects of synthetic dyes which are allergic and in a few cases carcinogenic. Underutilized fruits like bael, carambola, tropical plum, fig, star gooseberry and hog-plum are receiving attention in view of their wider adaptability and suitability to grow under conditions of stress. Underexploited leaf vegetables like agathi, chekkurmanis, celosia, edible begonias and kangkong have been given prominence. Prof.Ghillean T Prance, FRS has contributed the chapter on Atuna. The Editor is Dr K V Peter Former Vice-Chancellor, Kerala Agricultural University.
