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Vegetable Brassicas and Related Crucifers

Authors :
Geoffrey R Dixon
Rachel Wells
Geoffrey R Dixon
Rachel Wells
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The Brassica genus contains diverse and economically important species and crops, for example, Brassica oleracea including cauliflower to kohlrabi, B.rapa including pak choi to mizuna, and aquatic crucifers such as watercress. These provide humankind with huge diversities of foods, promoting health and well-being. This substantially expanded second edition reflects the significant advances in knowledge of plant breeding and crop production which have occurred since publication of the original book in 2006. Embracing new Brassicaceae research and concepts of sustainable and automated crop production, topics include: Brassica evolution and transcontinental spread as the basis for crop breeding Gene-editing, rapid sequencing, genetic markers and linkage mapping to enable efficient plant breeding Seed development, F1 cultivars and rapid maturing crops for profitable cropping Environmental impacts on pests, pathogens, crop reliability and quality Soil health and fertility as agronomic principles Environmental sustainability, biocontrol and integrated pest management Vegetable brassicas as nutrient-rich foods for optimal health benefits An invaluable resource for all those involved in Brassica production, this is essential reading for researchers and students in horticulture and plant science, growers, producers, consultants and industry advisors.

Subjects

Subjects :
Brassica
Cole crops

Details

Language :
English
ISBNs :
9781789249156, 9781789249163, and 9781789249170
Volume :
00040
Database :
eBook Index
Journal :
Vegetable Brassicas and Related Crucifers
Publication Type :
eBook
Accession number :
3780698