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Vegetable Brassicas and Related Crucifers Crop Production Science in Horticulture

by [Dixon, Geoffrey R., Wells, Rachel]

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The Brassica genus contains diverse and economically important species and crops, for example, Brassica oleracea including cauliflower to kohlrabi, B.rapa including pak choi to mizuna, and aquatic crucifers such as watercress. These provide humankind with huge diversities of foods, promoting health and well-being.

This substantially expanded second edition reflects the significant advances in knowledge of plant breeding and crop production which have occurred since publication of the original book in 2006. Embracing new Brassicaceae research and concepts of sustainable and automated crop production, topics include:

  • Brassica evolution and transcontinental spread as the basis for crop breeding
  • Gene-editing, rapid sequencing, genetic markers and linkage mapping to enable efficient plant breeding
  • Seed development, F1 cultivars and rapid maturing crops for profitable cropping
  • Environmental impacts on pests, pathogens, crop reliability and quality
  • Soil health and fertility as agronomic principles
  • Environmental sustainability, biocontrol and integrated pest management
  • Vegetable brassicas as nutrient-rich foods for optimal health benefits
An invaluable resource for all those involved in Brassica production, this is essential reading for researchers and students in horticulture and plant science, growers, producers, consultants and industry advisors.

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  • CABI Brand
  • Jan 8, 2024 Pub Date:
  • 9781789249156 ISBN-13:
  • 1789249155 ISBN-10:
  • 448.0 pages Paperback
  • English Language
  • 9.21 in * 0.94 in * 6.14 in Dimensions:
  • 2 lb Weight: