Cucurbits

Cucurbits - Crop Production Science in Horticulture

2nd edition

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Publisher's Synopsis

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. These crops are grown worldwide and represent one of the largest and most important groups of horticultural food plants. This second edition of Cucurbits provides up-to-date, succinct and authoritative knowledge on this variety of crops and reflects on significant advances in the areas of production, breeding and evolution.

This new edition:
- Contains new chapters on abiotic stresses and cucurbits for health
- Includes major updates in research on the evolution, movement and distribution of species
- Explores new genetic resources and breeding advancements
- Delivers current information on methods of improving yield (e.g. grafting) and the management and resistance for pests and diseases
- Has an updated list of the most recent taxonomic names

This book represents a current and comprehensive guide to cucurbits, is highly illustrated and written in an accessible style. It is an essential resource for students, growers and researchers.

Book information

ISBN: 9781786392916
Publisher: CABI
Imprint: CABI
Pub date:
Edition: 2nd edition
DEWEY: 635.63
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: x, 262
Weight: 536g
Height: 156mm
Width: 235mm
Spine width: 16mm