Diseases of Horticultural Crops: Diagnosis and Management : Volume 2: Vegetable Crops PDF

Edited by J. N. (Bihar Agricultural University, India) Srivastava, A. K. (Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, India) Singh

Part of the Innovations in Horticultural Science series

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Volume 2 of this 4-volume set tackles the problems presented by diseases in vegetable crops that can reduce yield and quality.

The effective management of plant diseases involves a detailed study of the disease symptoms, causal agents, disease cycles, and epidemiology. Written by nationally known scientists in their respective fields, the chapters incorporate the experience and knowledge of the authors.

The chapters provide an introduction along with plant disease symptoms, causal organisms, disease cycles, epidemiology, and effective management solutions for diseases of economically important vegetables.

Some of the vegetables addressed include brinjal (or eggplant), chili, cole crops (such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, and kohlrabi), cucurbits (gourds), garlic, green peas, potatoes, and more. The volumes provide an abundance of information for understanding and managing plant diseases, with emphasis on diagnostic techniques.

The collection includes:Volume 1: Fruit CropsVolume 2: Vegetable CropsVolume 3: Ornamental Plants and Spice CropsVolume 4: Important Plantation Crops, Medicinal Crops, and Mushrooms