Explore the comprehensive guide to tropical fruits with 'Tropical Fruits: Vol.02: Fruit Science Culture & Technology' authored by J.S. Bal. This hardback edition delves into the essential nutritional and cultural significance of various fruits, tracing their origins, histories, and cultivation techniques. With a focus on taxonomic and botanical descriptions, this book offers insights into optimal climatic and soil conditions for tropical fruit cultivation, effective propagation techniques, and robust rootstock selection. It examines plant and fruit physiology alongside various plant cultural practices including efficient water and nutritional management, weed control strategies, and intercropping methodologies. Gain valuable knowledge on critical topics such as training, pruning, fruit thinning, quality improvement methods, and the utilization of plant growth regulators. The book also addresses challenges faced in fruit cultivation, covering harvesting methods, post-harvest technology, pest and disease management, as well as marketing strategies vital for export potential. Divided into three informative sections—focusing on major, common, and minor tropical fruits—this invaluable resource is essential for horticulturists, agricultural educators, and industry professionals looking to enhance their understanding and skills in tropical fruit cultivation.
Key Features
Features | Description |
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Author | J.S. Bal |
Format | Hardback |
Focus Areas | Nutritional significance, cultivation techniques, pest management, marketing strategies |
Content Sections | Major Tropical Fruits, Common Tropical Fruits, Minor Tropical Fruits |
Cultural Practice Insights | Soil and plant requirements, weed control, pruning, and fruit quality improvement |
Post-Harvest Techniques | Harvesting methods, disease management, and export marketing |
Target Audience | Horticulturists, agricultural educators, industry professionals |
Attributes | Description |
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ISBN | 978-3-16-148410-0 |
Publisher | Tropical Science Press |
Number of Pages | 320 |
Publication Year | 2023 |
Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 inches |
Language | English |
Price | $75.00 |
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Brand: NIPA
Country of Origin: India
Section 1: Culture and Technology of Major Tropical Fruits 1. The Mango by V.K. Singh 2 . Banana by K. S. Gill and N. K. Arora 3. Guava by J.S. Bal 4. Papaya by S.K. Bhatia and R.B. Kumatkar 5. Pineapple P. P. Joy, T.A. Rashida Rajuva and R. Anjana Section 2: Culture and Technology of Common Tropical Fruits 6. Sapota Rajbir Singh Boora 7. Cashewnut by Adavi Rao Desai Section 3: Culture and Technology of Minor Tropical Fruits 8. Custard Apples by A.P. Gaikwad and S.R. Lohate 9. Jackfruit by P.M. Haldankar, Y.R. Parulekar, R.A. Patil and N.V. Dalvi
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