Raspberries (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781845937911)

Raspberry production and consumption is increasing steadily worldwide, and the potential health benefits of the fruit are becoming more widely known. Providing an international overview of the modern raspberry industry, this book covers North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. It discusses all aspects of raspberry growing, including plant growth and development, cultivar description and selection, site selection and preparation (including soil and drainage), climate, pest control, irrigation, shipping, economics, harvesting and the marketing of the final product. Much of this publication covers research based information, including hundreds of references and nearly eighty full colour plates.Taking a global perspective, this book provides a comprehensive yet concise reference for all horticulture students, raspberry growers, producers and fruit industry personnel looking for the latest information in raspberry production.

Author: Richard Funt
ISBN-10: 1845937910
ISBN-13: 9781845937911
Publisher: Cab International
Language: English
Published: 03/22/2013
Pages: 300
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.40lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.20w x 0.90d