Of the many varieties of date palms, the species Phoenix
dactylifera Linn. is cultivated extensively and traded and consumed
worldwide. Dates: Production, Processing, Food, and Medicinal
Values draws from a broad spectrum of contributors to present a
comprehensive survey of this particular species. The book explores
a range of essential facets of what many consider to be a wonder
plant-from its cultivation to its potential for medicinal
purposes.
Divided into four parts, the book begins by examining cultural
practices and their implications for date quality. The contributors
discuss tissue culture studies, farm water management,
mechanization approaches in pollination and harvesting operations,
and marketing aspects. The second section focuses on postharvest
operations such as drying and explores alternatives for methyl
bromide fumigation and value-added products. It also reviews
biofuel production from by-products and discusses the issue of
waste generated from industry.
The third part of the book highlights the physical, chemical,
and structural characteristics of dates. It reviews fermentative
products that use dates as substrate, discusses the fruits as a
substitute for added sugar in food, and explores date palm feeding
to livestock. The final section discusses the possibilities for
nutritional and medicinal use and reviews the use of dates in
indigenous medicine.
Exploring essential properties and agricultural implications,
this volume is a reliable resource for understanding the many
aspects of the Phoenix dactylifera Linn.
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