Vegetable Crops

Name: Vegetable Crops
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ISBN: 9780139569968

ISBN-10: 0139569960

ISBN-13: 9780139569968

Edition: 2000

Authors: Dennis R. Decoteau

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For undergraduate-level courses in Vegetable Crops and Food Crops. Highlighting important concepts in a condensed but informative manner, this practical, up-to-date, and user-friendly text provides a broad overview of the history, principles and practices of growing vegetable crops. Although focusing on commercial production, much of the material is applicable for home use, with many facts, tips and guidelines ideal for backyard and weekend gardeners.

Book details

List price: $126.20
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 11/4/1999
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 496
Size: 8.00" wide x 10.00" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 2.442
Language: English




Overview of Vegetable Crops



History of Vegetable Crops



Understanding the Vegetable Industry



Classifying Vegetable Crops



How Environmental Factors Affect Vegetable Production



Common Practices Used to Grow Vegetables



Plant Selection Considerations



Preparing the Field



Planting the Field



The Need for Water and Irrigation



Extending the Growing Season



Dealing with Growing Problems



Harvesting



Handling the Crops after Harvest



Marketing the Crop and Delivering It to the Buyer



Uses of Vegetables



Nutritional Value of Vegetables



Specific Vegetable Crop Characteristics and Growing Practices



Cole Crops



Greens



Leafy Salad Crops



Perennial Crops



Root Crops



Bulb Crops



Legumes or Pulse Crops



Sweet Corn



Solanum Crops



Cucurbits