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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews presents reviews on various topics in the horticultural sciences. The articles perform the valuable function of collecting, comparing, and contrasting the primary journal literature in order to form an overview of the topic. This detailed analysis bridges the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of horticultural scientists.Table of ContentsBanksia: New Proteaceous Cut Flower Crop (M. Sedgley). Leucospermum: Botany and Horticulture (R. Criley). Postharvest Heat Treatments of Horticultural Crops (S. Lurie). Modified and Controlled Atmospheres for Tropical Fruits (E. Yahia). Nitrogen Use in Vegetable Crops in Temperate Climates (M. Schenk). Origin and Dissemination of Apricot (M. Faust, et al.). Tea: Botany and Horticulture (L. Manivel). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in horticultural science and technology covering both basic and applied research. Topics covered include the horticulture of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamentals. These review articles, written by world authorities, bridge the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of horticultural scientists and teachers.Table of ContentsColour Plates Chapter 1 Plant Epicuticular Waxes: Function, Production, and Genetics Matthew A. Jenks and Edward N. Ashworth Chapter 2 Applications of Chlorophyll Fluorescence Techniques in Postharvest Physiology Jennifer R. DeEll, Olaf van Kooten, Robert K. Prange and Dennis P. Murr Chapter 3 Zinc Nutrition in Horticultural Crops Dariusz Swietlik Chapter 4 Origin and Dissemination of Plums Miklos Faust and Dezsö Surányi Chapter 5 Loquat: Botany and Horticulture Shunquan Lin, Ralph H. Sharpe and Jules Janick Chapter 6 Crop Physiology of Sweetpotato V. Ravi & P. Indira Indexes

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Book SynopsisPlant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. The emphasis of the series is on methodology, a practical understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. Volume 24, Part 1, focuses on these areas in relation to maize.Table of ContentsContributors. Preface (Kendall R. Lamkey). 1. Dedication John W. Dudley: The Man and His Work (Rita Hogan Mumm). PERSPECTIVE AND BACKGROUND. 2. Genes and Selection: Retrospect and Prospect (George P. Rédei). 3. Champaign Country, Illinois, and the Origin of Hybrid Corn (A Forrest Troyer). THE ILLINOIS LONG-TERM SELECTION EXPERIMENT. 4. The Intellectual Legacy of the Illinois Long-term Selection Experiment (Irwin L. Goldman). 5. 100 Generations of Selection for Oil and Protein in Corn (J.W. Dudley and R.J. Lambert). 6. RELP Variant Frequency Differences among Illinois Long-term Selection Protein Stains (V. Mikkilineni and T.R. Rocheford). 7. Physiological Changes Accompanying Long-term Selection for Grain Protein in Maize (F.E. Below, et al.). 8. Single Kernel Selection for Increased Grain Oils in Maize Synthetics and High-oil Hybrid Development (R.J. Lambert, et al.). BIOLOGICAL AND THEORETICAL MODELS. 9. Population- and Quantitative-Genetic Models of Selection Limits (Bruce Walsh). 10. Mutational Variation and Long-term Selection Response (Peter D. Keightley). 11. Population Size and Long-term Selection (Kenneth Weber). 12. Gene Interaction and Selection (Charles J. Goodnight). 13. Marker-assisted Selection (Richard Johnson). 14. Long-term Selection with Known Quantitative Trait Loci (Jack C.M. Dekkers and Petek Settar). Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisThis volume presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. The emphasis is on methodology, understanding crop genetics, and applications to major crops.Table of ContentsDedication: Richard K. Downey, Designer of Canola (G. Rakow). Apomixis: Genetics and Breeding (Y. Savidan). DNA Methylation and Plant Breeding (A. Tsaftaris & A.Polidoros). Honeycomb Breeding: Principles and Applications (V. Fasoula &D. Fasoula). Genetic and Ecological Risks from Biotechnologically-DerivedHerbicide-Resistant Crops: Decision Trees for Risk Assessment (J.Gressel & T. Rotteveel). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThis work presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Its emphasis is on methodology, understanding crop genetics, and applications to major crops.Table of ContentsDedication: John R. Laughnan, Maize Geneticist (D.Steffensen). Prediction in Plant Breeding (I. Goldman). The Case for Molecular Mapping in Forest Tree Breeding (R. Wu, etal.). Breeding for Disease Resistance in Potato (S. Jansky). Domestication, Historical Development, and Modern Breeding ofCarrot (P. Simon). Persimmon Genetics and Breeding (K. Yonemori, et al.). Genetic Resources and Breeding of Amaranthus (D. Brenner, etal.). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisThis work presents reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. With emphasis on methodology, understanding crop genetics, and applications to major crops, it covers row crops, fruits, vegetables, nuts and trees grown for timber and pulp.Table of ContentsDedication: Normal Willison Simmonds: Plant Breeder, Teacher,Administrator (W. Spoor & F. England). The Origin of Maize: Evidence for Tripsacum Ancestry (M.Eubanks). History of Public Onion Breeding Programs in the United States (I.Goldman, et al.). Current and Future Issues in Lettuce Breeding (E. Ryder). Cactus Pear Domestication and Breeding (C. Jacobo). Somatic Hybridization and Applications in Plant Breeding (A.Johnson & R. Veilleux). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews is an ongoing series presenting state-of-the-art review articles on research in the production of commercial horticultural crops: vegetables, fruits, nuts, and ornamental plants of commercial importance.Table of ContentsContributors. Dedication: John V. Possingham (Keith Boardman). 1. The Molecular Biology of Flowering (Steve vanNocker). I. Introduction. II. Arabidopsis as a Model for Flowering-Time Studies. III. Floral Inductive Pathways. IV. Role of Carbohydrates. V. Control of Meristem Identity. VI. Competency. VII. Conclusion and Perspectives. Literature Cited. 2. Floral Homeotic Gene Regulation (Robert G. Franksand Zhongchi Liu). I. Introduction. II. Conservation of the ABC Functions in Angiosperms. III. Positive Regulators of Floral Organ Identity Genes. IV. Negative Regulators of Floral Organ Identity Genes. V. Summary. Literature Cited. 3. Lingonberry: Botany and Horticulture (IngerHjalmarsson and Rodomiro Ortiz). I. Introduction. II. History. III. Botany. IV. Management of Natural Stands V. Horticulture. VI. Summary and Future Prospects. Literature Cited. 4. Caper Bush: Botany and Horticulture (Gabriel O.Sozzi). I. Introduction. II. Botany. III. Ecophysiology. IV. Horticulture. V. Postharvest Technology. VI. Composition and Utilization. VII. International Trade. VIII. Concluding Remarks. Literature Cited. 5. Water Relations and Irrigation Scheduling in Grapevine(M. H. Behboudian and Zora Singh). I. Introduction. II. Phenology. III. Aspects of Water Relations. IV. Irrigation of Vineyards. V. Quality Attributes for Wine, Dried, Table, and JuiceGrapes. VI. Future Prospects. Literature Cited. 6. Physiology and Biochemistry of Superficial Scald of Applesand Pears (Morris Ingle). I. Introduction. II. Scald Symptoms and Cell Changes. III. Biochemistry of Scald. IV. Physiology of Scald. V. A Model of Scald Development. VI. Prospects. Literature Cited. 7. Health Functional Phytochemicals of Fruit(Wilhelmina Kalt). I. Introduction. II. Citrus. III. Grapes and Wine. IV. Vaccinium. V. Other Fruits. VI. Conclusions. Literature Cited. 8. Producing Sods over Plastic in Soilless Media(Henry F. Decker). I. Introduction. II. Producing Sods in Soilless Media. III. Development of the Concept. IV. Producing Mature Sods over Plastic. V. Producing Sods for Golf Greens. VI. Solving the Problem of a Stable Continuum. VII. Subsequent Proposals in the Genre. VIII. Manufacturing Sods. IX. New Machinery. X. Future Potential. XI. Summary. Literature Cited. Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisPresents reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of various types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. This title emphasises on methodology, a practical understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops.Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. CROPS. 1. Crop Domestication as a Long-term Selection Experiment (Paul Gepts). 2. Long-term Selection in Plants in the Developing World (J.W. Miles and S. Pandey). 3. Trends in Productivity of U.S. Crops and Long-term Selection (William F. Tracy, et al.). 4. Long-term Selection in a Commercial Hybrid Maize Breeding Program (D.N. Duvick, et al.). 5. Long-term Divergent Selection for Ear Length in Maize (Arnel R. Hallauer, et al.). ANIMALS. 6. Inferences on the Genetic of Quantitative Traits from Long-term Selection in Laboratory and Domestic Animals (William G. Hill and Lutz Bünger). 7. Long-term Selection for Pupal Weight in Tribolium castaneum (W.M. Muir, et al.). BACTERIA. 8. Phenotypic and Genomic Evolution during a 20,000-Generation Experiment with the Bacterium Escherichia coli (Richard E. Lenski). Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisPlant Breeding Reviews is an ongoing series presenting state-of-the art review articles on research in plant genetics, especially the breeding of commercially important crops. Articles perform the valuable function of collecting, comparing, and contrasting the primary journal literature in order to form an overview of the topic. This detailed analysis bridges the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of plant scientists.Table of ContentsDedication: Arlen D. Draper: Blueberry Wizard (J. Hancock & G.Galletta). Genetic Markers and Plant Genetic Resource Management (P. Bretting& M. Widrlechner). Honeycomb Selection Designs (A. Fasoulas & V. Fasoula). Breeding for Negatively Associated Traits (W. Yan & D.Wallace). Long-Term Pollen Storage (W. Hanna & L. Towill). Inbreeding Depression in Alfalfa and Cross-Pollinated Crops (J.Jones & E. Bingham). Cereal Transformation Through Particle Bombardment (A. Casas, etal.). Breeding Perennial Rye (R. Reimann-Philipp). Genetics of Wheat-Rust Interaction (R. Sawhney). Origin, Evolution, and Breeding of Grapefruit (F. Gmitter). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisPlant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. The emphasis of the series is on methodology, a fundamental understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. It is a serial title that appears in the form of one or two volumes per yearTable of ContentsDedication: John H. Weinberger--Fruit Breeder and Horticulturalist(D. Ramming & C. Fear). Reproductive Barriers: Identification, Uses, and Circumvention (B.Liedl & N. Anderson). Advances in Achieving the Needs for Biotechnologically-DerivedHerbicide Resistant Crops (J. Gressel). Another Culture of Maize (Y. Wan & J. Widholm). An Effective Wheat Gene Manipulation System: Problems and Uses (J.Gustafson & E. Sears). Molecular Biology and Wheat Improvement (L. Talbert). Breeding Systems for Cross-Pollinated Perennial Grasses (K. Vogel& J. Pedersen). Molecular Genetic Analysis of Nodulation Genes in Soybean (P.Gresshoff). Indexes.

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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in the horticultural sciences. The emphasis is on applied topics including the production of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamental plants of commercial importance. The title appears in the form of two volumes per year.Table of ContentsContributors. Dedication: Daniel J. Cantliffe (Peter J. Stoffella). 1. Genetic Resources of Kiwifruit: Domestication and Breeding (Hongwen Huang and A. Ross Ferguson). I. Introduction. II. Genetic Diversity and Germplasm Resources of Actinidia. III. Natural Distribution of Actinidia. IV. Domestication and Commercialization of Kiwifruit. V. Origins of Kiwifruit Cultivars. VI. From Genetic Diversity to Cultivar Development. Literature Cited. 2. Garlic: Botany and Horticulture (Rina Kamenetsky). I. Introduction. II. Variability and Genetic Resources. III. Plant Morphology and Effects of Environmental Factors on Annual Development. IV. Fertility Restoration and Seed Production. V. Propagation. VI. Chemical Composition, Medicinal and Neutraceutical Traits. VII. Horticultural Requirements. VIII. Postharvest Bulb Storage. IX. Concluding Remarks. Literature Cited. 3. Black Pepper: Botany and Horticulture (V. A. Parthasarathy, B. Sasikumar, R. R. Nair, and K. Johnson George). I. Introduction. II. Taxonomy, Morphology, and Cytology of Black Pepper. III. Horticulture. IV. Breeding. V. Biotechnology. Literature Cited. 4. Biology and Management of Weedy Root Parasites (D. M. Joel, J. Hershenhorn, H. Eizenberg, R. Aly, G. Ejeta, P. J. Rich, J. K. Ransom, J. Sauerborn, and D. Rubiales). I. Introduction. II. Economic Impact. III. Distribution. IV. Developmental Aspects. V. Management. VI. Concluding Remarks. Literature Cited. 5. Controlling Biotic Factors That Cause Postharvest Losses of Fresh Market Tomatoes (M. J. Mahovic, J. A. Bartz, and K. R. Schneider). I. Introduction. II. Factors Influencing Postharvest Loss. III. Sources and Means of Fruit Contamination During Harvest and Handling. IV. Controlling Biotic Hazards. V. Conclusions. Literature Cited. 6. The Master Gardener Program 1972–2005 (Mary Hockenberry Meyer). I. Introduction. II. Program Demographics. III. Program Activities. IV. Training and Management. V. Program Training and Management Costs. VI. Program Numbers and Impact. VII. Future Direction and Challenges. Literature Cited. Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisPlant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide.Table of ContentsList of Contributors. 1. Dedication: George P. Rédei (Arabidopsis Geneticist and Polymath Csaba Koncz) 2. Developing Papaya to Control Papaya Ringspot Virus by Transgenic Resistance, Intergeneric Hybridization, and Tolerance Breeding (Dennis Gonsalves, Ariadne Vegas, Vilai Prasartsee, Rod Drew, Jon Y. Suzuki, and Savarni Tripathi). I. Introduction. II. Papaya and Papaya Ringspot Virus. III. Development of Transgenic Papaya for Hawaii. IV. Development of Transgenic Papaya for Other Regions. V. Breeding Through Intergeneric Hybridizations. VI. Development of PRSV-Tolerant Papaya. VII. Future Aspects for Developing PRSV-Resistant Papaya. VIII. Summary Comments. Literature Cited. 3. Rol Genes: Molecular Biology, Physiology, Morphology, Breeding Uses (Margareta Welander and Li-Hua Zhu). I. Introduction. II. The Hairy Root Disease. III. Ri T-DNA and Its Effect on Transgenic Plants. IV. Synergistic Effect of Rol Genes. V. Individual Effect of Rol Genes. VI. Discussion and Conclusions. Literature Cited. 4. Terminology for Polyploids Based on Cytogenetic Behavior: Consequences in Genetics and Breeding (Domenico Carputo, Elsa L. Camadro, and Stanley J. Peloquin). I. Introduction. II. Role of 2n Gametes and Endosperm in the Origin of Polyploids. III. Terminology for Polyploids. IV. Bases of the New Terminology. V. Conclusions. Literature Cited. 5. Breeding Barley for Resistance to Fusarium Head Blight and Mycotoxin Accumulation (Thin Meiw Choo). I. Introduction. II. Fusarium Species. III. Fusarium Toxins. IV. Losses in Yield and Quality. V. Sources of Genetic Resistance. VI. Traits Associated with FHB Resistance. VII. Breeding Strategies. VIII. Mutation and In vitro Selection. IX. Genetic Transformation. X. Conclusions and Prospects. Literature Cited. 6. Using Genomics to Exploit Grain Legume Biodiversity in Crop Improvement (Sangam L. Dwivedi, Matthew W. Blair, Hari D. Upadhyaya, Rachid Serraj, Jayashree Balaji, Hutokshi K. Buhariwalla, Rodomiro Ortiz, and Jonathan H. Crouch). I. Introduction. II. Available Genetic Resources of Key Legume Crops. III. Management and Utilization of Legume Genetic Resources. IV. Impact of Genetic Resources in Conventional Legume Breeding. V. Molecular-Enhanced Strategies for Manipulating Novel Genetic Variation for Legume Breeding. VI. Advanced Applications in Legume Molecular Breeding. VII. Conclusions and Future Prospects. Acknowledgments. Literature Cited. Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in the horticultural sciences. The emphasis is on applied topics including the production of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamental plants of commerical importance. The title appears in the form of two volumes per year.Table of ContentsContributors. Dedication: Margaret Sedgley (Bryan Coombs). l. Analyzing Fruit Tree Architecture: Implications for Tree Management and Fruit Production (E. Costes, P. E. Lauri, and J. L. Regnard). I. Introduction. II. Architectural Analysis. III. Consequences of Tree Architecture for Tree Training, Orchard Management, and Fruit Production. IV. Conclusions. V. Glossary. Literature Cited. 2. Peach Orchard Systems (Richard P. Marini and Luca Corelli-Grappadelli). I. Introduction. II. Crop Physiology. III. Light Management. IV. Peach Orchard Systems. V. Vigor-Controlling Methods for Peach Trees. VI. Limitations to High Peach Yields. VII. Future Trends and Direction. Literature Cited. 3. Irrigation Scheduling and Evaluation of Tree Water Status in Deciduous Orchards (Amos Naor). I. Introduction. II. The Modern Irrigation Scheduling Concept. III. Deficit Irrigation. IV. Water Stress Assessment and Timing of Irrigation. V. Concluding Remarks. Literature Cited. 4. Leucadendron: A Major Proteaceous Floricultural Crop (Jaacov Ben-Jaacov and Avner Silber). I. Introduction. II. Botany of the Genus Leucadendron. III. World Industry and Economics. IV. Horticulture. V. Crop Potential and Research Needs. Literature Cited. 5. Chinese Jujube: Botany and Horticulture (Mengjun Liu). I. Introduction. II. Botany. III. Physiology. IV. Environmental Requirements. V. Horticulture. Literature Cited. 6. Taxus spp.: Botany, Horticulture, and Source of Anti-Cancer Compounds (John M. DeLong and Robert K. Prange). I. Introduction. II. Historical. III. Botany. IV. Horticulture. V. Pharmacology of Anti-Cancer Compounds from Taxus. VI. Conclusions. Literature Cited. 7. The Genus Allium: A Developmental and Horticultural Analysis (Rina Kamenetsky and Haim D. Rabinowitch). I. Introduction. II. Taxonomy and Geographical Distribution. III. Genetic Resources and Possible Use of Wild Allium Species. IV. Morphological Structures and Comparisons Between Biomorphological Groups. V. Plant Development. VI. Propagation. VII. Chemical Composition. VIII. Concluding Remarks. Literature Cited. 8. The Invasive Plant Debate: A Horticultural Perspective (Alex X. Niemiera and Guy Phillips). I. Introduction. II. Perspectives. III. Ecology of Invasive Species. IV. Regulatory Matters. V. Conclusion. Literature Cited. Appendix A. Subject Index. Cumulative Subject Index. Cumulative Contributor Index.

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated glossary comprises over 2400 terms commonly used to describe vascular plants. The majority are structural terms referring to parts of plants visible with the naked eye or with a x10 hand lens, but some elementary microscopical and physiological terms are also included, as appropriate. Each term is defined accurately and concisely, and whenever possible, cross referenced to clearly labelled line drawings made mainly from living material. The illustrations are presented together in a section comprising 127 large format pages, within which they are grouped according to specific features, such as leaf shape or flower structure, so allowing comparison of different forms at a glance. The illustrations therefore provide a unique compilation of information that can be referred to independently of the definitions. This makes the glossary a particularly versatile reference work for all those needing a guide to botanical terminology and plant structure.Trade Review' This illustrated glossary will be welcomed by those who still enjoy the challenges of identifying and naming vascular plants. It is an excellent guide to botanical terminology and the diagrams are good examples of how illustrations could be produced by authors and by students. The producers of this book have performed a useful service and are to be congratulated for providing a book that is needed.' Biologist' … an admirable piece of work, and one that will prove very useful to many people. Recommended!' Royal Botanic Gardens'It is an excellent guide to botanical terminology and the diagrams are good examples of how illustrations could be produced by authors and by students. The producers of this book have performed a useful service and are to be congratulated for providing a book that is needed.' Biologist'A useful adjunct to a general botanical library …'. Mycotaxon'… a very helpful reference.' American Society & Botanical Artists Newsletter' … an excellent book, to be strongly recommended to everyone with a need to describe plants accurately or to de-mystify technical descriptions.' Journal of Field StudiesTable of ContentsForeword; Acknowledgements; Preface; Notes to readers; Symbols; Prefixes (general); Prefixes (numerical); Suffixes; Measurements; Taxonomic ranks; Part I. The Glossary; Part II. The Illustrations: Roots, storage organs and vegetative reproduction; Seeds and seedlings; Growth and life forms; General features of flowering plants; Plant features and responses; Leaf-like structures and other vegetative features; Leaves; Hairs and scales; Floral features; Flower structure; Features of certain plant families; Fruits; Conifers and conifer allies; Ferns and fern allies.

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Book SynopsisThis book is concerned with the growing and maintenance of trees from the point of view of ornament and amenity, whether they are in the town or the countryside. It includes details of such matters as spacing, transplanting, pruning, protection and safety, and provides valuable information on the identification and treatment of many of the diseases and insect pests that attack trees. In addition the book covers such varying subjects as botanic gardens and arboreta, a summary of all the principal law cases which have been concerned with trees, arboricultural education and the choice of trees for urban areas. Intended for outdoor as well as indoor use, The Arboriculturalist''s Companion is written in a concise and readable form and is a book that no one who is responsible for trees can afford to be without. The second edition of The Arboriculturalist''s Companion will be an indispensable reference for professional and weekend gardeners as well.Trade Review"To my mind this book would be especially valuable to the enthusiasts, amateurs, agents, foresters and land-owners, all of whom need specialised arboricultural information from time to time." Tree News "Mr James has rendered a very useful service .... should be regarded as [a] primer for use by entrants to the aboricultural profession and the environmentally concerned." Forestry "Excellent ... the illustrations are clear and effective .... A valuable feature of the book is a section on legal aspects including important law cases." Outlook on AgricultureTable of ContentsForeword xPreface to the Second Edition xiAcknowledgements for the Second Edition xii Chapter 1. Introduction to Arboriculture 1 Chapter 2. The Planting and Care of Amenity Trees 6 Chapter 3. Transplanting Large Trees 23 Chapter 4. Tree Injuries and Protection 39 Chapter 5. Diseases and Pests 51 Chapter 6. Tree Surgery 71 Chapter 7. Felling and Stump Removal 94 Chapter 8. Safety in Arboriculture 102 Chapter 9. Street and Roadside Trees 107 Chapter 10. Trees and Urban Development 116 Chapter 11. Planting Industrial Waste 123 Chapter 12. Hedges, Screens and Shelter Belts 128 Chapter 13. Hedgerow Trees 138 Chapter 14. Avenues, Parks and Amenity Woods 143 Chapter 15. Trees and the Law 148 Chapter 16. Felling Licences 190 Chapter 17. Tree Preservation Orders 194 Chapter 18. Records and Labelling 198 Chapter 19. The Forestry Commission 202 Chapter 20. Arboricultural Education, Training and Research 211 Chapter 21. Organizations Concerned with Arboriculture 215 Chapter 22. Botanic Gardens, Arboreta and Pineta 219 Chapter 23. Books, Manuals and Periodicals 225 Chapter 24. Trees for Urban Areas 229Appendix 237Index 241

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Book SynopsisThis companion volume to Siri von Reis's previous exploration of ethnobotanical notes in the Harvard herbaria brings to light a new array of plants with drug or food potential, offering wide-ranging possible applications for pharmacologists, chemists, botanists, and even anthropologists.Table of ContentsIntroduction Catalogue Entries Index to Families Index to Genera Index to Common Names Index to Uses

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Book SynopsisCultivated Power explores the collection, cultivation, and display of flowers in early modern France at the historical moment when flowering plants piqued the curiosity of European gardeners and botanists, merchants and ministers, and dukes and kings alike.Trade Review"A rich tapestry of texts and citations from the period that will probably not be superseded for a long time to come." * American Historical Review *Table of ContentsCh. 1. Disorderly flowers Floral seduction: death, sex, and flowers Trading on the power of flowers Ch. 2. Refashioning the culture of flowers in early modern France Curiosity and flowers The sweet society of the curious florists Ch. 3. Cultivating the flower The florists' flowers Unlocking the door to the temple of flora Ch. 4. Cultivating the man The theater of the goddess of flowers Nature into art "Jardin d'Hyver," or flowers in print Ch. 5. Cultivating the king Royal precedents Flowers in the garden of Louis XIV Floral mercantilism Flowers and the "Histoire du Roi" Appendices A. Extract of the inventory by . . . Sieur Cottereau of flowering plants and bulbs that he offers to furnish for the gardens of the royal households B. Plants included in Jean Donneau de Vise's Histoire de Louis le Grand

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Book SynopsisIn The Language of Fruit, Liz Bellamy explores how poets, playwrights, and novelists from the Restoration to the Romantic era represented fruit and fruit trees in a period that saw significant changes in cultivation techniques, the expansion of the range of available fruit varieties, and the transformation of the mechanisms for their exchange and distribution. Although her principal concern is with the representation of fruit within literary texts and genres, she nevertheless grounds her analysis in the consideration of what actually happened in the gardens and orchards of the past. As Bellamy progresses through sections devoted to specific literary genres, three central characters come to the fore: the apple, long a symbol of natural abundance, simplicity, and English integrity; the orange, associated with trade and exchange until its naturalization as a British resident; and the pineapple, often figured as a cossetted and exotic child of indulgence epitomizing extravagant luxury. STrade Review"[A] wide-ranging and informative book, which promises to enrich the field of postcolonial ecocriticism . . . Bellamy's methodological gambit is impressive, building upon historicist approaches to agrarian discourse as well as the recent insights of ecocriticism." * Modern Philology *"Bellamy incorporates an ambitious array of horticultural texts, agricultural treatises, poems, plays, and novels into a nuanced discussion of the significance of fruit throughout English literary history . . . [and] demonstrates her facility with close reading and analysis across genres, producing a volume that is enjoyable and insightful in equal measure . . . The expertise she reflects not only in literary analysis but also in the history of horticulture from the medieval period to the Romantic period and beyond makes this book shine. A valuable and brilliant contribution to the study of literature in England." * Eighteenth-Century Fiction *"[A] fascinating work of ecocriticism, illustrating how fruit has been meaningful in the English imaginary over time. In richly detailed prose Bellamy provides insights both diachronic and synchronic, tying together the ways that fruit husbandry in general, and particular fruits such as pears, oranges, pineapples, and melons-as represented in works of literature-convey information about the contemporary society of the authors." * Choice *"Bellamy’s Language of Fruit is an enlightening study of the intertwined fortunes of fruit growing and the subtle ways in which depictions of particular fruits convey meaning in literary texts. The insights in this book are subtle but effective. For example, we would have known that Pinchwife’s objection to Horner squeezing his orange equated Margery with an eroticized fruit popular at the theater. Still, the particular cultural meaning of the orange as an expensive treat, an Iberian import, an occasional hothouse product, and a lucrative business for a woman proprietor makes a difference in the way we see this moment." * Restoration Journal *"Interweaving a bounty of historical details, in-depth literary readings, and engaging illustrations, Liz Bellamy tells a fascinating story about the evolution of raising, eating, thinking, and writing about fruit in the long eighteenth century." * Rebecca Bushnell, University of Pennsylvania *

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Book SynopsisThe second edition of this acclaimed dictionary conatins even more definitions of horticultural phrases and words.Table of Contents1: Preface 2: Dictionary Entries

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Book SynopsisThis volume considers ornamental bulbs, including the related storage organs of corms and tubers. An immense amount of research literature has been distilled, such that general principles are stressed throughout, but common examples are considered in some detail.Table of Contents1: Horticultural uses 2: Origins, breeding and selection 3: Morphology 4: Physiology 5: Propagation 6: Bulb, corm and tuber production 7: Flower production 8: Pests, diseases and disorders 9: Future prospects

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Book SynopsisThe book is based on papers presented at a conference held in Oxford in March 1993 under the BRIDGE-COST-88 programme developed by the Commission of the European Communities. A wide range of fungi, which are pathogens of a variety of crop and ornamental plants, is covered and the book is aimed at postgraduate students and research workers in mycology and plant pathology, including those involved in routine testing of plants for quarantine or other purposes.Table of Contents1: Introduction Part 1: Quarantine Criteria 2: Plant Host Status and Natural Resistance 3: Statistical Concept and Minimum Threshold Concept Part 2: Physiological and Biochemical Response of Insects to Possible Disinfestation Procedures 4: Chemical Fumigants 5: Irradiation 6: Heat and Cold Treatments 7: Controlled Atmospheres Part 3: Product Physiological and Biochemical Response to Possible Disinfestation Procedures 8: Chemical Treatments 9: Irradiation 10: Heat and Cold Treatments 11: Controlled Atmospheres 12: Modelling Heat and Cold Transfer 13: Heat Treatment Facilities Part 4: Individual Product Treatments 14: Tropical and Subtropical Fruits 15: Temperate Fruits 16: Vegetables 17: Ornamentals and Flowers

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Book SynopsisTraditionally, bedding plants are those plants used to provide colour in summer garden beds. Although some writers include any herbaceous plant started under controlled environmental conditions and sold for outdoor use, embracing a number of fruit and vegetable crops, in this book ornamental bedding plants include tender herbaceous ornamental annuals and biennials only. As with other titles in this series, the aim of this book is to present scientific principles that underlie production practices. The author discusses traditional and plug methods of production, the latter having revolutionized mass market production during the last decade. The principles of propagation and growing on, including the role of nutrition and media, temperature, light, supplemental carbon dioxide and growth regulators, are described. Aspects of postproduction, diseases and pests, and mechanization, are also considered. There is also an appendix providing production guidelines for 15 major bedding plant speciTable of Contents1: Introduction 2: Occurrence by family 3: Horticultural uses 4: Breeding and selection 5: Commercial methods of bedding plant production - traditional and plugs 6: Physiology and Propagation 7: Seed propagation 8: Commercial practices for seed germination 9: Other means of propagation 10: Growing-on 11: Nutrition and media 12: Temperature 13: Light 14: Supplemental carbon dioxide 15: Growth regulation of bedding plants crops 16: Finishing 17: Postproduction 18: Postproduction of plugs 19: Postproduction of the finished bedding plant 20: Diseases and Pests 21: Control of diseases and pests 22: Disease and pest organisms 23: Mechanization of production 24: The future 25: Appendix: Guidelines for commercial production of 15 bedding plant crops a: Antirrhinum majus (Snapdragon) b: Begonia semperflorens-cultorum (Wax begonia, fibrous begonia) c: Begonia tuberhybrida (Tuberous begonia) d: Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle, Vinca) e: Celosia argentea (Cockscomb, Celosia) f: Impatiens walleriana (Impatiens) g: Impatiens x hybrida (I. hawkeri) (New Guinea impatiens) h: Lobelia erinus (Lobelia) i: Pelargonium x hortorum (Annual geranium) j: Petunia x hybrida (Petunia) k: Primula x polyantha (P. acaulis) (Primrose) l: Salvia splendens (Salvia) m: Senecio cineraria (Dusty miller) n: Tagetes erecta, T. patula (African, French marigold) o: Viola x wittrockiana (Pansy) 26: References 27: Index

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Book SynopsisGenetics has transformed plant pathology on two occasions: first when Mendelian genetics enabled the discovery that disease resistance was a heritable trait in plants, and secondly when Flor proposed the gene-for-gene hypothesis to explain his observations of plant-parasite interactions, based on his work on flax rust in North Dakota starting in the 1930s. Our knowledge of the genetics of disease resistance and host-pathogen coevolution is now entering a new phase as a result of the cloning of the first resistance genes. This book provides a broad review of recent developments in this important and expanding subject. Both agricultural and natural host-pathogen situations are addressed. While most of the book focuses on plant pathology, in the usual sense of the term embracing fungal, bacterial and viral pathogens, there is also consideration of parasitic plants and a chapter demonstrating lessons to be learnt from the mammalian immune system. Three overall themes are addressed: geneticTable of Contents1: Genetic Approaches to Manipulation of Fruit Development and Quality in Tomato, J J Giovannoni et al., Texas A & M University, USA 2: Improving Tomato Fruit Quality by Cultivation, L C Ho, Horticulture Research International, UK 3: Applications of Molecular Biology and Genetic Manipulation to Understand and Improve Quality of Fruits and Vegetables, D Grierson, University of Nottingham, UK 4: Gene Expression in Ripening Bananas, R Drury, Horticulture Research International, UK, C R Bird, Zeneca Plant Science, UK and G B Seymour, Horticulture Research International, UK 5: Genes for Fruit Quality in Strawberry, K Manning, Horticulture Research International, UK 6: The Tomato Ethylene Receptor Gene Family: It’s Not Easy Being a Plant, D Tieman and H Klee, University of Florida, USA 7: Environmental Requirements as Determined by Rooting Potential in Leafy Cuttings, 8: R S Harrison-Murray and B H Howard, Horticulture Research International, UK 9: The Use of Mutants and Molecular Biology to Understand Competence for Root Formation, W P Hackett et al., University of Minnesota, USA 10: Physiological Analysis of the Floral Transition, G Bernier et al., Universite de Liege, Belgium 11: Genetic and Environmental Control of Flowering in Strawberry, N H Battey et al., University of Reading, UK 12: Manipulating the Photoperiodic Control of Plant Reproduction, S D Jackson and B Thomas, Horticulture Research International, UK 13: Regulation of Abscisic Acid and Water Stress Response Genes, P K Busk et al., CID, Barcelona, Spain 14: Manipulation of Growth of Horticultural Crops under Environmental Stress, W J Davies and D S Thompson, Lancaster University, UK and J E Taylor, University of Reading, UK 15: Engineering Phytochrome Genes to Improve Crop Performance, H Smith, University of Leicester, UK 16: Regulation of Stem Extension by Temperature, F Allen Langton, Horticulture Research International, UK 17: Modification of Plant Morphology by Genetic Manipulation of Gibberellin Biosynthesis, P Hedden et al., University of Bristol, UK

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Book SynopsisInsect and other pests cause major economic damage on fruit crops in the tropics. However, some insects are beneficial and have a role in pollinating flowers, thus enabling fruit set. This book reviews these injurious and beneficial organisims and how they might be controlled to enhance fruit production and quality.Table of Contents1: Introduction, J E Peña 2: Pests of Banana, C S Gold, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Uganda, B Pinese, Queensland Department of Primary Industries, Australia and J E Peña 3: Tropical Citrus Pests, D Smith, Department of Primary Industries, Australia and J E Peña 4: Pests and Pollinators of Mango, G K Waite, Queensland Horticultural Institute, Australia 5: Pests of Papaya, A Pantoja, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, P A Follett, USDA-ARS, Hawaii, USA and J A Villanueva-Jiménez, Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico 6: Pests of Pineapple, G J Petty, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa, G R Stirling, Biological Crop Protection Pty Ltd, Australia and D P Bartholomew, University of Hawaii, USA 7: Pollinators and Pests of Annona Species, J E Peña, H Nadel, ICIPE, Kenya, M Barbosa-Pereira, Department of Entomologia, ESALQ-USP Brazil and D Smith, Department of Primary Industries, Australia 8: Pests and Pollinators of Avocado, M Wysoki, M A van den Berg, Institute for Tropical and Subtropical Crops, South Africa, G Ish-Am, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel, S Gazit, J E Peña and G Waite, Queensland Horticultural Institute, Australia 9: Pests of Guava, W P Gould, USDA, ARS, Florida, USA and A Raga, Instituto Biologico, Brazil 10: Minor Tropical Fruit Pests, P A C Ooi, FAO Regional Office, Thailand, A Winotai, Biological Control Group, Thailand and J E Peña 11: Pests of Litchi and Longan, G K Waite, Queensland Horticultural Institute, Australia and J S Hwang, Taiwan Agricultural Chemicals and Toxic Substances Research Institute, Taiwan 12: Passion Fruit, E L Aguiar-Menezes, Empresa Brasileira de Pesquisa Agropecuaria, Brazil, E B Menezes, P C R Cassino and M A Soares, Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 13: Quarantine Treatments for Pests of Tropical Fruits, J L Sharp, USDA, USA and N W Heather, University of Queensland, Australia

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Book SynopsisDurian is extensively grown in tropical regions, the major producers being Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. The tree is also grown in northern Australia, some South American countries and in Africa. Although to many its smell is notoriously offensive, its taste can become a passion and it is one of the most popular fruits in South-East Asia. This book is the first comprehensive, scientific volume to be published in English on this king of tropical fruit. It provides information on the biology, propagation and use of the fruit, and descriptions of the scientific basis of production practices and orchard management, as well as post-harvest processing. It will be a unique resource for horticulture and botanical libraries and for students of tropical horticulture worldwide.Table of ContentsSection 1: The Plant and the Environment 1: History, area of origin, nomenclature and genetic diversity 2: Areas of production and economic importance 3: Morphology, genetics and cultivars 4: Physiology and ecology Section 2: Pre-Harvest Management 5: Propagation 6: Orchard establishment, training and pruning 7: Nutritional requirements and fertilisation 8: Irrigation requirements and techniques 9: Other production practices 10: Physiological disorders and non-pathogenic diseases 11: Pests and diseases Section 3: Post-Harvest Management, Costs and Marketing 12: Costs and returns of durian production 13: Post-harvest technology 14: Durian products 15: Marketing 16: To quote the great 19th century naturalist, A.R. Wallace:“To eat durian is a new sensation worth a voyage to the East to experience”.

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Book SynopsisMites are among the most important arthropods in greenhouses, both as pests causing economic injury to greenhouse crops, and as natural enemies used in the biological control of pest insects and other mites. Because of their minute size, mites are much less well known than insects.This book describes the biology, identification and control of such mites and the topics covered include an introduction to the Acari, illustrated keys to orders, families and selected species, the control of pest mites, and the role of beneficial mites in biological control. The book will be of interest to those working in entomology, crop protection and horticulture.Table of ContentsPart I: Introduction 1: Greenhouses, Plants & Mites 2: Introduction to Acari 3: Methods & Techniques Part II: Pest Mites 4: Spider Mites 5: False Spider Mites 6: Tarsonemid Mites 7: Eriophyoid Mites 8: Acarid Mites 9: Other Pest Mites Part III: Beneficial Mites 10: Phytoseiid Mites 11: Laelapid Mites 12: Other Beneficial Mites Part IV: Accessories 13: Glossary Appendix 1: Mite Information Sources 13: Index

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a comprehensive reference work, summarising our knowledge of apples and their production worldwide. It includes 24 chapters written by international authorities from the USA, Canada, Europe and New Zealand. The main subjects addressed include taxonomy and production statistics, plant materials, apple physiology, orchard and tree management, crop protection (including organic production), harvesting and handling and utilization. The book will be of significant interest to those working in horticulture and botany.Table of ContentsPart I: Introduction 1: Taxonomic classification and brief history, J L Luby, University of Minnesota, SA 2: World production, trade, consumption and economic outlook for apples, D O'Rourke, Belrose Inc, Pullman, WA, USA Part II: Plant Materials 3: Genetic improvement of apple: Breeding, markers, mapping, and biotechnology, S K Brown and K E Maloney, Cornell University, USA 4: Characteristics of important commercial apple cultivars, C R Hampson, Pacific Agri-Food Research Center, Canada and H Kemp, Applied Plant Research, The Netherlands 5: Apple rootstocks, A D Webster, Horticultural Research International, Kent, UK and S J Wertheim, Fruit Research Station, The Netherlands 6: Propagation and nursery tree quality, S J Wertheim, Fruit Research Station, The Netherlands and A D Webster, Horticultural Research International, Kent, UK Part III: Apple Physiology and Environmental Influences 7: Flowering, pollination and fruit set and development, F Dennis, Jr. Michigan State University, USA 8: Water relations of apples, A N Lakso, Cornell University, USA 9: Light relations, L Corelli Grappadelli, University of Bologna, Italy 10: Temperature, J W Palmer, Nelson Research Centre, New Zealand, J-P Prive, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada and D S Tustin, Nelson Research Centre, New Zealand Part IV: Orchard and Tree Management 11: Selecting the orchard site, site preparation, orchard planning and establishment, J A Barden, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, USA 12: Nutritional requirements of apple, G H Neilsen and D Neilsen, Pacific Agri-Food Research, Canada 13: Orchard floor management systems, I A Merwin, Cornell University, USA 14: Pruning and training physiology, D C Ferree and J R Schupp, New York State Agricultural Experimental Station, USA 15: Apple orchard planting systems, T L Robinson, Cornell University, USA 16: Flower and fruit thinning and vegetative: fruiting balance, R E Byers, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA 17: Endogenous hormone and bioregulator use on apples, D W Greene, Pennsylvania State University, USA Part V: Crop Protection 18: Diseases of apple, K C Eastwell, G G Grove, Washington State University, USA, A L Jones, Michigan State University, USA and T B Sutton, North Carolina State University, USA 19: Ecology and management of apple arthropod pests, E H Beers, Washington State University, USA, D M Suckling, Horticulture Food and Research Institute, New Zealand, R J Prokopy, University of Massachusetts, USA and J Avilla, University of Lleida, Spain 20: Apple orchard freeze protection, S D Seeley and J L Anderson, Utah State University, USA 21: Integrated fruit production for apples - Principles and guidelines, J Avilla, University of Lleida, Spain and H Riedl, Oregon State University, USA 22: Organic apple production - With emphasis on European experiences, F Weibel and A Häseli, Research Institute of Organic Agriculture, Switzerland Part VI: Harvesting, Handling and Utilization 23: Principles and practices of postharvest handling and stress, C B Watkins, Cornell University, USA 24: Production and handling techniques for processing apples, R M Crassweller and G M Greene, Pennsylvania State University, USA

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Book SynopsisEver wanted to know the genus name for a coconut?Intended for all your research needs, this encyclopedia is a comprehensive collection of information on temperate and tropical fruit and nut crops. Entries are grouped alphabetically by family and then by species, making it easy to find the information you need. Coverage includes palms and cacti as well as vegetable fruits of Solanaceae and Curcurbitacea. This book not only deals with the horticulture of the fruit and nut crops but also discusses the botany, making it a useful tool for anyone from scientists to gardeners and fruit hobbyists.Trade Review"Great site, always up-to-date on the latest developments of this growing field of research." The Bio-Web: Resources for Molecular and Cell Biologists" http://cellbiol.com/BioLinks.html"Table of Contents1: Preface 2: Glossary 3: Alphabetical entries 4: Index

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Book SynopsisDescriptions of fruit varieties suitable for organic production Plant protection, pests and diseases and how they can be countered in organic systems Includes tables, diagrams graphs and photographsThere is great interest in organic horticulture and this title is a timely and much needed addition for practical, science-based guidance. It is a translation of a volume which has been very well received in German and is the product of collaboration between authors in Austria, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Switzerland. The contents include the basics of organic fruit growing, but also cover orchard construction, cultivation, protection and the commercialization of the organic products.Table of Contents1: Principles of organic fruit growing 2: General principles 3: Legal aspects 4: Conversion of a conventionally run production unit to organic fruit growing 5: Planning and setting up an organic production unit 6: Choice of site: ecological principles 7: Planting stock for an organic orchard 8: Planting systems in organic fruit production 9: Choice of rootstocks and cultivars in organic fruit production 10: Dessert apple production 11: Dessert pear production 12: Production of stone fruit (cherries and plums) 13: Organic production of small fruit 14: Cultural measures in organic fruit growing 15: Protection of the soil when using machinery 16: Care of the soil 17: Fertilizer application 18: Important organic fertilizers for fruit growing 19: Thinning in organic fruit growing 20: Growth-regulating measures in organic fruit growing 21: Plant protection 22: Principles and aims of organic plant protection 23: Encouraging biodiversity in orchards 24: Beneficials, or taking advantage of natural regulation 25: Major diseases and pests of pome fruit 26: Major diseases and pests of stone fruit 27: Major diseases and pests of strawberries 28: Major diseases and pests of raspberries 29: Major diseases and pests of blackberries 30: Major diseases and pests of bilberries 31: Pesticides 32: Processing 33: General requirements for fruit for processing 34: Production of fruit juices 35: Production of dried fruit 36: Production of jellies and jams 37: Production of vinegar 38: Labelling of products 39: Marketing of organic products 40: Analysis of the situation 41: Plans - goals - measures 42: Marketing strategy 43: Marketing instruments 44: Efficiency review

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to growing, harvesting and processing nuts, written by forest gardening expert Martin Crawford.Nut trees are perennials, requiring little maintenance or soil cultivation, so it is no surprise that nuts are such a popular forest garden crop. A crucial source of protein and a delicious snack, nuts also have a number of surprising health benefits. They lower blood pressure, are full of antioxidants, and decrease the risk of heart and neurodegenerative diseases. Filled with gorgeous illustrations of trees and nuts, How to Grow Your Own Nuts contains old favourites like hazelnuts and walnuts alongside less common varieties such as hickories and butternuts and the exotically named chinkapin. It considers how nuts can be planted in a variety of ways: singly in a small area, in an orchard or nuttery, as silvopasture around grazing animals, in alley cropping between cereal crops or intercropping between fruit bushes. This beautiful guide also features a handTrade ReviewAll who have room for a tree should grow nuts – serious nutrition with huge gastronomic potential. In yet another beautiful book, one of our most accomplished forest gardeners shows how. * Colin Tudge, biologist, science writer, broadcaster and founder of The Campaign for Real Farming *How to Grow Your Own Nuts is the best guide I've seen to home and small-farm nut growing for the temperate climates, featuring species selection, cultivating, harvest, and processing. It includes many lesser-known species alongside standards like walnut, chestnut, and hazel. This is an essential guide to production of these perennial staple crops. * Eric Toensmeier, permaculturist, author and Yale University lecturer *Martin Crawford is a one-man wonder! In this grand and beautiful book on nut culture he has assembled decades of practical insight to help gardeners and orchardists grow ‘bread from trees.’ From planting to harvesting, selection to storage, and pruning to pest control, you’ll find the answers here. Complete with a thorough and lovingly illustrated guide to 19 species of nuts for the temperate world, this book sets a new standard for a vital but little-known field. If we must transform our agriculture to build soil and store carbon, then nut trees belong in all our futures. * Peter Bane, author of The Permaculture Handbook *A beautifully presented, clear, comprehensive bible from the man who knows more than anyone about growing nuts. Full of inspiration and information. It’s a great book. * Mark Diacono, gardener, food writer and broadcaster *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part One Cultivating and processing nuts Growing nut trees Maintenance and propagation of nut trees Harvesting and processing nuts Part TWO Nut trees A–Z Almond (Prunus dulcis) Black walnut (Juglans nigra) Bladdernuts (Staphylea spp.) Buartnut (Juglans x bixbyi) Butternut (Juglans cinerea) Chinkapin/Chinquapin (Castanea pumila) Ginkgo/Maidenhair tree (Ginkgo biloba) Golden Chinkapins (Castenopsis spp.) (Chrysolepis spp.) Hazelnut and Filbert (Corylus avellana, C. maxima) Heartnut (Juglans ailantifolia var. cordiformis) Hickories (Carya spp.) Monkey puzzle (Araucaria araucana) Oaks (Quercus spp.) Pecan (Carya illinoensis) Pines (Pinus spp.) Sweet Chestnut (Castanea spp.) Trazels (Corlus spp.) Walnut (Juglans regia) Yellowhorn Glossary Appendix 1: Nutritional content of nuts Appendix 2: Common and Latin names Resources Photo credits Index

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"As much as I favor managing your garden with hand tools, if you scale up to marketing you may need some help. In addition to serving as an operator's manual for two-wheel tractors, this book helps you define your goals for your enterprise and decide just what equipment you may need. A good resource to have." —Cindy Conner, author of Grow a Sustainable Diet and Homegrown Flax and Cotton "Jam packed with great information. This book is going to save serious growers a lot of time tinkering around." —Curtis Stone, author of The Urban Farmer "Zach Loeks' The Two-Wheel Tractor Handbook is a detailed, beautiful, & much-needed must-have for every market gardener's library - and for anyone serious about using small machines to manage their farm." –- Matt Powers, author of Regenerative Soil "This book is essential to anyone who owns a BCS tractor or who is exploring the purchase of one. I use a BCS in the garden, forest and the snow and found a ton of insights in Zach's book. The review of various BCS implements, different uses for these machines and maintenance tips is invaluable to the novice and intermediate user alike. This book should be included as a how-to manual with every BCS tractor sold." —- Rob Avis, Verge Permaculture, author of Essential Rainwater Harvesting "Easily the most comprehensive guide to two-wheel tractors ever written. Get more out of your two-wheel tractor with all the tips and tricks while saving money by doing the maintenance yourself." —- Diego Footer, founder of Paperpot Co. "This very practical manual will help us really understand our two-wheel tractors and get the best out of them while giving them our best. Even those in favor of minimizing tilling understand that some circumstances call for tilling, so let's do it well. Mindful, good use of machinery is important!" — Pam Dawling, teacher, speaker and author of Sustainable Market Farming and The Year-Round Hoophouse "The scale of farming is crucial in designing farm systems and planning for labor, investments, profits, and machinery. This book discusses scale and choosing a family of machinery that work together and allow a farm to grow over time in a comprehensive and innovative way that I have not seen anywhere else." — Sam Oschwald Tilton, Direct Market Vegetable Specialist, author of numerous articles and resources on sustainable agriculture, vegetable farming mechanization specialist "When growing vegetables for market, one of the most important lessons is that bigger is not better. It's quite the contrary; even 1 acre of cultivated land can allow a grower to make a living in farming. Another lesson is to size the equipment properly, which is why two-wheel tractors have become so popular in recent years. In this fantastic book, you'll learn everything you need to know about this appropriate technology. This book is truly unique, full of tips, hints and tidbits even for someone like me who's been farming with such tractors for over 20 years." — Jean-Martin Fortier, author The Market GardenerTable of ContentsLiability Statement Cover & Inside Material Praise Preamble Introduction This Book's Format About This Book Small-Scale Profit Resilience Chapter 1: A Story About a Horse The Horse and His Boy The Origin of Two-Wheel Tractors Honoring the Two-Wheel Tractor The Italian Two-Wheel Renaissance Chapter 2: Two-Wheel Tractor Essentials The Definitive Two-Wheel Tractor Eleven Two-Wheel Tractor Benefits The Types of Two-Wheel Tractors Row Crop Tractor with High Clearance Row Crop Tractor Features Tractor Components: Form and Function Powersafe Clutch and Transmission Tractor Operation: Getting Started Steps to Get Operating Steps to Begin Implement Operation A Bit of Tractor Safety Chapter 3: Implements and Their Uses Types of Implements Selected Equipment Profiles Chapter 4: Equipment Decision-Making Scale-Suitable Equipment Scale Phases Equipment Guilds and Operation Cycles Guild Enterprise Production Guild Enterprise Brainstorming Template Budgeting for Tractors and Equipment Chapter 5: Selected Enterprise Examples The Backyard Gardener (.25–5 APA) Suburban Homesteader (1–3 APA) Market Grower (1–3 APA) Row Crop Farmer (3–6 APA) Back-to-the-Lander (3–15 APA) Groundskeeper and Landscaper (Various APA) Grassland Farmer (8–13 APA) Tree Nursery (3–6 APA) Edible Ecosystem Management Chapter 6: Permabed System for Two-Wheel Tractors Permabed System 101 Permabed Architecture Permaplot Design Permaplot Layout Compost-a-Path Principles Permabed Soil Design Using Equipment for Crop Rotation Management Chapter 7: Growing from Scratch 1. Clearing New Land (or Reclaiming) 2. Garden Plot Layout 3. Micro-Plowing a Field 4. Permabed Layout and Bed Building Options 5. Building Beds with a Power Ridger 6. Refining Your Rough Permabeds 7. Seasonal Bed Preparation Operations 8. Succession Planting and Crop Guild Design 9. Other Seasonal Management Chapter 8: Tractor Maintenance and Care Tractor Maintenance Simplified Essential Tools for Maintenance Essential Maintenance Supplies Maintenance Tips Checking and Changing Honda Engine Oil Two-Wheeling into the Future Glossary of Common Terms and Jargon Index About the Author About New Society Publishers

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