Diseases of Tropical Fruit Crops (Cabi Publishing) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0851993907 ISBN 13: 9780851993904

Publisher: CABI Publishing, 2003

Synopsis

Comprehensive information on diseases of the most important tropical fruit cropsChapters are devoted to a single or, in some cases, a related group of host plantsThe history, distribution, importance, symptoms, aetiology, epidemiology and management of diseases of each crop are described in detailThis book offers a comprehensive review of diseases of important tropical and some subtropical fruit crops. The history, distribution, importance, etiology, epidemiology and control of diseases of each host crop are covered, along with brief summaries on the taxonomy, origins and characteristics of each host. Additional information is given on the biology and pathology of the causal agents and on new advances that change or otherwise enhance our understanding of the nature and cause of these diseases. Plant pathologists, plantation and nursery managers, lecturers and those who are involved in tropical agriculture and horticulture will find this an essential reference.

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Review

"It will be a welcome addition to the library of those involved with or who have an interest in tropical fruit production or pest management."--Mycopathologia

"Dr. Ploetz has performed a most valuable service in bringing together a team of distinguished contributors and you certainly can't fault his book on its comprehensiveness."--Mycological Research

Edition details

• Publisher: CABI Publishing
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0851993907
• ISBN 13: 9780851993904
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 544
• Editor: Ploetz Randy