The Pineapple: Botany, Production and Uses [Hardcover]

Completely updated with new content and full-color figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide comprehensive coverage relating to pineapple breeding, production and yield. This second edition:

- Contains new chapters on organic production and production for other uses (fibre and ornamentals)
- Includes major updates to content on biotechnology, breeding, and variety improvements
- Explores physiological changes associated with the year-round growing of pineapple in addition to the associated cultural practices and mineral nutrition
- Considers the impact of climate change and environmental issues on pineapple crops, and relevant mitigation strategies
- Looks at the effect of new cultivars and new technologies on cultural practices

Written by an international team of recognized experts, this book is an essential resource for researchers, growers and all those involved in the pineapple industry.1: History, Distribution and World Production
2: Morphology, Anatomy and Taxonomy
3: Origin and Evolution
4: Varieties and Breeding
5: Biotechnology
6: Crop Environment, Plant Growth and Physiology
7: Cultural System
8: Plant Nutrition
9: Organic Production
10: Production for Other Uses
11: Inflorescence and Fruit Development and Yield
12: Pests, Diseases and Weeds
13: Postharvest Physiology, Handling and StorageCompletely updated with new content and full-color figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide comprehensive coverage relating to pineapple breeding, production and yield. It: contains new chapters on organic production and production for other uses (fibre and ornamentals); includes major updates to content on biotechnology, breeding, and variety improvements; explores physiological changes associated with the year-round growing of pineapple in addition to the associated lă‰