Kiwifruit: A World Monograph of the Genus Actindia includes extensive and full coverage of scientific and applied information ranging from basic taxonomy, population genetics, and natural resources/distribution to domestication history and breeding/cultivars, and to culture and international production and commercialization. Kiwifruit: A World Monograph of the Genus Actindia gathers information not previously available in the English language providing an authoritative reference for professionals, including taxonomists, horticulturist, breeders, conservationist and kiwifruit technicians and extension specialists and college teachers, as well as policy makers of industry and governments. In addition to those in the academic and professional sectors, horticultural and botanical enthusiasts will find the information presented highly accessible. The first world monograph on the genus Actinidia (kiwifruit)Presents up-to-date research based content on everything kiwi?, including new and critical information about kiwi germplasm and taxonomy from China, the native country of kiwiProvides authoritative and detailed descriptions for each species with extensive color illustrations and information accumulated from author's 30 years research INDICE: Forward Preface Acknowledgements Introduction 1 Systematics and Genetic Variation of Actinidia 2 Species 3 Natural Distribution of Genus Actinidia 4 Domestication and Commercialization of Actinidia 5 Genetic Improvements and Cultivar Development 6 Main Cultivars in Commercial Production 7 Cultivation and Management 8 Harvesting and Storage
- ISBN: 978-0-12-803066-0
- Editorial: Academic Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 308
- Fecha Publicación: 01/11/2015
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés