Peppers - Botany, Production and Uses (Hardcover, New)

The group of plants known as 'peppers' is diverse, containing types that contribute to the fresh and processed food markets as well as varieties that are used in pharmaceuticals and other non-food commercial products. Peppers originally developed in tropical regions, but are now grown and used in every country where it is possible to grow them, including in areas where production is difficult. This book examines peppers from historical, genetic, physiological and production perspectives, following the development of the cultivated crop from the wild type. Diverse examples of pod types and their variation in pungency are examined. Production methods, including the importance of fertilization and irrigation are discussed, as are constraints on production, including pests, pathogens and weeds. Harvesting methods and post-harvest challenges and opportunities are also explored.

General

Imprint:	Cabi Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Botany, Production and Uses
Release date:	February 2012
First published:	March 2012
Contributors:	Michael Balick
Editors:	Vincent Russo
Contributors:	Nabi Chaudhary • Amit De • W. Eshbaugh • Anne Frary • Gerald Ghidiu • Maria Gil • Dagobiet Morales-Garcia • Timothy Grey
Dimensions:	244 x 172 x 24mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	280
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-1-84593-767-6
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Botany & plant sciences > General Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Horticulture > General
LSN:	1-84593-767-8
Barcode:	9781845937676

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