Diseases of Horticultural Crops: Diagnosis and Management: Volume 1: Fruit Crops

Plant diseases seriously threaten horticultural crops, causing yield and quality losses. This 4-volume set provides the latest diagnostic information and management solutions for diseases caused by phytopathogens, covering apples, amla, avocado, Indian bael, banana, Indian jujube, citrus, grapes, guava, hazelnut, and more.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2022
Publisher: Apple Academic Press Inc.

The cultivation of horticultural crops faces significant challenges due to the occurrence of plant diseases, leading to substantial losses in their yields. These diseases have the ability to impact horticultural crops at different growth stages, resulting in reduced yields and compromised quality of fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, diseases can also contribute to postharvest transit and storage losses, further exacerbating the financial impact on farmers. To address these challenges, this comprehensive 4-volume set offers the most up-to-date diagnostic information and effective management solutions for diseases affecting field crop plants caused by phytopathogens.

Volume 1: Fruit Crops
In this volume, each chapter provides an introduction, detailed disease symptoms, the causal organisms responsible, disease cycles, epidemiology, and comprehensive management strategies for economically important fruit crops. Contributions from renowned national scientists actively involved in teaching, research, and extension services bring their valuable experiences to the chapters, covering a wide range of fruit crops such as apples, amla (or Indian gooseberry), avocado, Indian bael, banana, Indian jujube, citrus, grapes, guava, hazelnut, and many more.

Volume 2: Vegetable Crops
Volume 2 delves into the realm of vegetable crops, presenting an abundance of information for understanding and managing plant diseases. The chapters cover a diverse range of vegetable crops, including tomatoes, potatoes, onions, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and various leafy greens. Contributions from experts in the field provide insights into the diagnostic techniques, disease symptoms, causal organisms, and management strategies specific to these crops.

Volume 3: Ornamental Plants and Spice Crops
Volume 3 focuses on ornamental plants and spice crops, presenting valuable insights into the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting these valuable horticultural crops. The chapters cover a wide array of ornamental plants, such as flowers, ornamental trees, and herbs, as well as spice crops like turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Contributions from specialists in these areas offer detailed information on disease symptoms, causal organisms, and effective management practices.

Volume 4: Important Plantation Crops, Medicinal Crops, and Mushrooms
Volume 4 extends the coverage to important plantation crops, medicinal crops, and mushrooms. The chapters provide detailed information on diseases affecting these crops, including coffee, tea, cocoa, coconut, rubber, tea, and various medicinal plants. Contributions from experts in these fields offer insights into diagnostic techniques, disease management strategies, and the importance of sustainable agriculture practices in disease control.

In conclusion, this 4-volume set serves as a valuable resource for researchers, extension professionals, farmers, and anyone interested in understanding and managing plant diseases. By providing comprehensive diagnostic information and effective management solutions, it contributes to the sustainable cultivation of horticultural crops and ensures the production of high-quality fruits and vegetables.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781771889896