This new and updated edition of a popular text provides a broad,
balanced review of the scientific knowledge of strawberries and
their cultivation. The worldwide strawberry industry has grown
substantially since the original book was published, and methods of
culture have undergone extensive modifications. This volume
incorporates important changes to the taxonomy of strawberries and
new understanding of how its ancestors evolved. It includes
coverage of new disease and pest control methods and recent
developments in genomic information. These advancements have
greatly improved our understanding of how flowering and fruiting is
regulated, and will revolutionize the breeding of strawberries.
Drawing on extensive research and practical experience, the author
presents an essential text that: Includes new content on genomic
data, trait genetics, and marker-assisted strategies for varietal
improvement. Provides a thorough review of the evolution of the
strawberry and the history of strawberry cultivation. Contains an
up-to-date comparison of the cultural systems employed across the
world and the physiology behind these practices. Presented in
full-colour throughout, this is a core guide for academic and
professional researchers, breeders and growers, advisors, extension
personnel and students of horticulture.
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