A classic in the literature of herbal medicine, this book explains in simple terms the commonly occurring chemical constituents of medicinal plants, and how these react with the human body.
Fully updated with new content and full-colour figures, the second edition of this successful book reflects developments and growth in our knowledge of carrots and related crops worldwide.
Fully updated with new content and full-colour figures, the second edition of this successful book reflects developments and growth in our knowledge of carrots and related crops worldwide.
Gac fruit, Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng, is rich in nutrients such as carotenoids (particularly -carotene and lycopene), fatty acids, vitamin E, polyphenol compounds and flavonoids.
Gac fruit, Momordica cochinchinensis Spreng, is rich in nutrients such as carotenoids (particularly -carotene and lycopene), fatty acids, vitamin E, polyphenol compounds and flavonoids.
The negative impact of chemical pesticides on human wellbeing and the environment has encouraged the development of eco-friendly alternatives for the management of plant pathogens.
The negative impact of chemical pesticides on human wellbeing and the environment has encouraged the development of eco-friendly alternatives for the management of plant pathogens.
Soil fertility and plant nutrition is an applied science that integrates knowledge across all disciplines of soil and plant sciences to provide nutrients effectively and efficiently to plants.
Soil fertility and plant nutrition is an applied science that integrates knowledge across all disciplines of soil and plant sciences to provide nutrients effectively and efficiently to plants.
Comprehensive review of each step in the value chain for mango cultivation, from breeding new varieties to post-harvest storage Coverage of advances in mango genetics and understanding genetic diversity Strong focus on understanding and preventing post-harvest losses
Comprehensive review of each step in the value chain for mango cultivation, from breeding new varieties to post-harvest storage Coverage of advances in mango genetics and understanding genetic diversity Strong focus on understanding and preventing post-harvest losses
Discusses developments in good agricultural practice from crop growth models to improved water and nutrition management; Reviews advances in understanding plant physiology and genetic diversity as well as their contribution to improvements in breeding; Summarises recent research on diseases and pests as well as their control through developing disease-resistant varieties or integrated weed management
Discusses developments in good agricultural practice from crop growth models to improved water and nutrition management; Reviews advances in understanding plant physiology and genetic diversity as well as their contribution to improvements in breeding; Summarises recent research on diseases and pests as well as their control through developing disease-resistant varieties or integrated weed management
Detailed coverage of the latest research on plant physiology, including flowering and pollination in trees, apple fruit development and ripening; Reviews current best practice in tree training, pruning and thinning operations, including the use of growth regulators and new areas such as mechanisation and automation; Discusses the range of fungal and viral diseases affecting apples
Detailed coverage of the latest research on plant physiology, including flowering and pollination in trees, apple fruit development and ripening; Reviews current best practice in tree training, pruning and thinning operations, including the use of growth regulators and new areas such as mechanisation and automation; Discusses the range of fungal and viral diseases affecting apples
Provides a comprehensive overview of the wealth of research on analysing, understanding and optimising the nutraceutical properties of fruit and vegetables, focussing primarily on phytochemicals/phytochemical compounds Reviews the current research on mechanisms of action and the potential role of key phytochemical compounds, such as antioxidants and flavonoids, in preventing the onset of chronic diseases Explores current advances in understanding and improving the nutraceutical properties of key horticultural crops, including apples, cranberries, broccoli and other brassicas
Provides a comprehensive overview of the wealth of research on analysing, understanding and optimising the nutraceutical properties of fruit and vegetables, focussing primarily on phytochemicals/phytochemical compounds Reviews the current research on mechanisms of action and the potential role of key phytochemical compounds, such as antioxidants and flavonoids, in preventing the onset of chronic diseases Explores current advances in understanding and improving the nutraceutical properties of key horticultural crops, including apples, cranberries, broccoli and other brassicas
Landscape architects, design professionals and contractors alike require a good working knowledge of how to achieve plant establishment under a variety of conditions and situations.
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.
Completely updated and revised, this bestselling book continues to explain the growth and developmental processes involved in the formation of vegetables.
Completely updated and revised, this bestselling book continues to explain the growth and developmental processes involved in the formation of vegetables.
The third edition of this successful title presents current research and commercial uses of controlled atmosphere storage and modified atmosphere packaging of fresh fruit and vegetables to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview.
The third edition of this successful title presents current research and commercial uses of controlled atmosphere storage and modified atmosphere packaging of fresh fruit and vegetables to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date overview.
Completely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide a comprehensive coverage of pineapple breeding, production and yield.
Completely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide a comprehensive coverage of pineapple breeding, production and yield.
This practical book provides an accessible overview of all aspects of pea and bean production, including botany and physiology, breeding, agronomy, weed management, pests and diseases, harvesting, nutritional value and uses.
Completely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide complete coverage relating to the production of cucurbits, including cucumbers, gourds, muskmelons, pumpkins, squashes and watermelons.
Completely updated with new content and full-colour figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide complete coverage relating to the production of cucurbits, including cucumbers, gourds, muskmelons, pumpkins, squashes and watermelons.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of almond growing from a scientific and horticultural perspective, covering botany, production, processing and industrial uses.
Completely updated, this broad-based introductory level textbook covers the key concepts and practical technologies to slow the deterioration of harvested produce, including handling, packaging, transport, temperature management and the control of pests and diseases.
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.
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.
Medicinal plants and plant-derived medicine are widely used in traditional cultures all over the world and they are becoming increasingly popular in modern society as natural alternatives to synthetic chemicals.
