Tomatoes - Crop Production Science in Horticulture Series

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.

ISBN:	9781780641935
Publisher:	CABI
Imprint:	CABI
Published date:	01 Aug 2018
DEWEY:	635.642
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	x, 378
Weight:	724g
Height:	235mm
Width:	171mm
Spine width:	20mm

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