Production Technology for Vegetables and Spices by Patel, Avdhesh Kumar; Negi, Radhika; Raut, Namita;

Rövid leírás:

This book offers comprehensive guide to vegetable and spice production technology covering cultivation practices, nutritional importance, classification systems, and management techniques for sustainable agricultural development.

Hosszú leírás:

This book examines production technology for vegetables and spices covering cultivation practices, nutritional importance, and economic significance. The work explores disease management strategies, physiological disorders, and quality control measures for sustainable production and also includes:

• Comprehensive examination of vegetable and spice production technology covering cultivation practices, management techniques, and economic importance for sustainable agricultural development


• Detailed analysis of nutritional significance and economic impact of vegetables and spices in human diet and national agricultural economy


• Investigation of various vegetable gardening systems including cultivation requirements, optimal growing conditions, and yield optimization strategies


• Study of systematic vegetable classification based on botanical characteristics, growth patterns, and cultivation management for effective crop production


• Analysis of major vegetable crops covering improved varieties, cultivation practices, disease management, and post-harvest handling techniques

This title has been co-published with Elite Publishing House. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in India.

"This book offers an insightful overview of two rapidly advancing fields that are reshaping modern agriculture. The work presents molecular breeding concepts alongside computational approaches, showing how the integration of genetics and bioinformatics is essential for developing resilient crop varieties. The authors succeed in maintaining a balance between technical accuracy and clarity, making the material accessible to students as well as professionals.

Topics such as marker-assisted selection, genome mapping, and data-driven breeding
strategies are presented systematically, ensuring good continuity and relevance. The book stands out for its focus on practical applications, linking laboratory research with field-level outcomes that directly impact food security and sustainable agriculture. The collaborative effort of the authors from diverse disciplines enriches the content and underscores the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in today’s agricultural research."

— Dr. Shakuli Saxena, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Delhi, India.

Tartalomjegyzék:

Preface. About the Authors. Introduction 1. Importance of Vegetables & Spices in Human Nutrition and National Economy 2. Types of Vegetable Gardening 3. Vegetable Classification 4. Vegetables 5. Spices. References