Provides a comprehensive overview of the role of cotton in the
economy and cotton production around the world This book offers a
complete look at the world's largest fiber crop: cotton. It
examines its effect on the global economy--its uses and products,
harvesting and processing, as well as the major challenges and
their solutions, recent trends, and modern technologies involved in
worldwide production of cotton. Cotton Production presents recent
developments achieved by major cotton producing regions around the
world, including China, India, USA, Pakistan, Turkey and Europe,
South America, Central Asia, and Australia. In addition to origin
and history, it discusses the recent advances in management
practices, as well as the agronomic challenges and the solutions in
the major cotton producing areas of the world. Keeping a focus on
global context, the book provides sufficient details regarding the
management of cotton crops. These details are not limited to the
choice of cultivar, soil management, fertilizer and water
management, pest control, cotton harvesting, and processing. The
first book to cover all aspects of cotton production in a global
context Details the role of cotton in the economy, the uses and
products of cotton, and its harvesting and processing Discusses the
current state of cotton management practices and issues within and
around the world's cotton producing areas Provides insight into the
ways to improve cotton productivity in order to keep pace with the
growing needs of an increasing population Cotton Production is an
essential book for students taking courses in agronomy and cropping
systems as well as a reference for agricultural advisors, extension
specialists, and professionals throughout the industry.
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