Commercial horticulture

Originally published in 1999 The Commercial Use of Biodiversity examines how biodiversity and the genetic material it contains are now as valuable resources.

Orchids are fascinating ornamental flowers with a huge market both as cut flowers and potted plants, but they are also used in the traditional medicine system as they can be rich in phytochemicals with exceptional medicinal properties.

This new and updated edition of a popular text provides a broad, balanced review of the scientific knowledge of strawberries and their cultivation.

Peanut Agriculture and Production Technology: Integrated Nutrient Management focuses on agricultural techniques and integrated nutrient management of peanuts (Arachis hypogaea L.

Agriculture in Australia has had a lively history.

The correct design, analysis and interpretation of plant science experiments is imperative for continued improvements in agricultural production worldwide.

Horticultural Reviews is an open-ended series of review articles on research in the production of commercial horticultural crops: vegetables, fruits, nuts, and ornamental plants of commercial importance.

"e;"e;'Creasy and Creasy is the 'go to' reference on my bookshelf when I am searching for thoughts on current production systems.

"e;Botany for Gardeners"e; is a classic guide to gardening aimed at the serious gardener and green-fingered enthusiast.

Plant Stress Tolerance: Molecular Mechanisms and Breeding Strategies, Volume One provides effective ways for organizing precision and sustainable agriculture.

In spite of all the efforts, the population of India is increasing day by day.

Fruit and vegetable management offers specialization in the science and practice of growing, harvesting, handling, storing, processing, and marketing tree fruits, small fruits, and vegetables.

This passionate, wise and witty book tells stories about the Australian natural landscape.

In the current scenario, marked by a continual improvement in living standards, it becomes imperative to boost the productivity as well as the efficiency of agriculture, especially horticulture, which holds the potential for significant economic prosperity aligning with Sustainable Development Goal number 8, "e;Decent Work and Economic Growth"e;.

Plant breeding is the genetic improvement of crop plants in relation to their economic use for mankind.

Horticulture has a special significance for the economic development.

This book considers research findings that can inform the practice of managing tea crops.

A charming tale of history, creativity, natural inspiration, and a love of gardening.

Agriculture's Ethical Horizon: Third Edition covers the changing environment in which practitioners of agriculture are challenged to produce food for the world.

We hear roses are hard to grow.

Methods of strawberry cultivation have undergone extensive modification and this book provides an up-to-date, broad and balanced scientific review of current research and emerging challenges.

Presents new evidence from more than twenty countries on the role of ecosystems in supporting the livelihoods of the poor.

Ralph Estey chronicles the history of plant pathology and mycology in Canada from this early period to the late 1940s when it entered its professional, biochemically oriented phase.

Over the past decade there has been a resurgence of interest in growing fruit and vegetables in the garden and on the allotment.

The book contains the latest developments and research efforts in this field that are aimed at improving production methods, post-harvest storage and processing, safety, quality and developing new processes and products.

Plant and Process Engineering 360 will be the backbone of any plant, chemical, or process engineer's library.

Most conventional gardening books concentrate on how and when to carry out horticultural tasks such as pruning, seed sowing and taking cuttings.

The research field of "e;plant speed breeding"e; is promising to meet the future demand for crop improvement in an efficient and effective manner.

The book contains the information on importance and scope of area expansion of arid and minor fruits in the problematic soils, waste lands and non-areable lands.

A celebration of an iconic bloom, Lilacs offers advice on how to care for and propagate these exquisite flowers.

Small but mighty - a comprehensive guide to the use of two-wheel tractors for highly productive gardens, landscapes, and farms TWO-WHEEL TRACTORS are multifunctional, economical, practical, maneuverable, portable, and low impact.

Horticulture has a special significance for the economic development.

Plants often encounter abiotic stresses including drought, salinity, flooding, high/low temperatures, and metal toxicity, among others.

Cancer is the second leading cause of death globally.

The inspiring Careers for You series shows career explorers how to examine the job market through the unique lens of their own interests--and find new happiness in the workplace.

Since the turn of the millennium, there has been a burgeoning interest in, and literature of, both landscape studies and food studies.

Growing with Gardening offers step-by-step guidance in planning a year-round horticultural program for therapy, recreation, or education.

Originally published in 1999 The Commercial Use of Biodiversity examines how biodiversity and the genetic material it contains are now as valuable resources.

Growing with Gardening offers step-by-step guidance in planning a year-round horticultural program for therapy, recreation, or education.

This updated edition is an invaluable source of practical cost-effective maintenance, repair, installation, and field verification procedures for machinery engineers.

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 title includes a number of Open Access chapters.

Olive growing is expanding rapidly in many countries around the world in which olives have not previously been widely cultivated.

Climate change and increased climate variability in terms of rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and increasing extreme weather events, such as severe drought and devastating floods, pose a threat to the production of agricultural and horticultural crops-a threat this is expected to worsen.

Sustainable Horticulture, Volume 1: Diversity, Production, and Crop Improvements is part of a two-volume compendium that addresses the most important topics facing horticulture around the world today.

The book contains the information on importance and scope of area expansion of arid and minor fruits in the problematic soils, waste lands and non-areable lands.

Von der Pilzbrut bis zur Ernte bietet dieses Buch einen umfassenden Leitfaden für alle, die die Kunst der Morchelzucht erlernen oder verbessern möchten.

It is high time to initiate and plan cherry processing and value addition well near the major cherry growing belts to prevent postharvest losses, which at present are very high due to non-availability proper packaging and refrigerated transportation in growing belts.

This book is written by keeping in mind the ICT progress in horticulture crops it will cater the need of the original research material n the horticulture crops.