The Physiology of Vegetable Crops [Hardcover]

H C Wien (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 8, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0851991467 | ISBN-13: 978-0851991467 | Edition: First

Many vegetable crops represent high value products and so it is essential to have a clear understanding of the physiology that lies behind successful production, as this enables the crop to be managed in the most effective way. The first section of the book takes a general look at the key stages during the growth of a plant, such as germination, transplanting and flowering and also looks at what can influence those stages. The second section is a detailed consideration of each of the major crops. Each chapter discusses the physiological aspects of vegetative growth, the induction of the reproductive structure, reproductive growth, senescence and any physiological disorders. Leading workers from the USA and Europe are brought together in one volume to produce a unique reference work for all advanced students of horticulture and crop production. This book is also an important resource for all research workers and teachers concerned with plant physiology.

Editorial Reviews

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"The book is divided into two general sections beginning with a survey of growth stages and important processes in vegetable production. Included in the introductory section are chapters on seed storage, germination, and quality; transplanting; induction of flowering; environmental influences on development, growth, and yield; and correlation growth in vegetables. Chapters on individual vegetable crops are included in the second section, which makes up the bulk of the book. . . .A welcome addition to the vegetable crop literature. . . .Serious vegetable horticulturists will want to add a copy of The Physiology of Vegetable Crops to their bookshelf. It will be a well-used, long-lasting investment." --HortScience


"The book is divided into two general sections beginning with a survey of growth stages and important processes in vegetable production. Included in the introductory section are chapters on seed storage, germination, and quality; transplanting; induction of flowering; environmental influences on development, growth, and yield; and correlation growth in vegetables. Chapters on individual vegetable crops are included in the second section, which makes up the bulk of the book. . . .A welcome addition to the vegetable crop literature. . . .Serious vegetable horticulturists will want to add a copy of The Physiology of Vegetable Crops to their bookshelf. It will be a well-used, long-lasting investment." --HortScience

About the Author

H. C. Wien, Department of Fruit and Vegetable Science, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cornell University.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 672 pages
• Publisher: CABI; First edition (January 8, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851991467
• ISBN-13: 978-0851991467
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,491,414 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book to understand the physiologhy of vegetables, April 3, 2000

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Ahmet Korkmaz (Clemson, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Physiology of Vegetable Crops (Hardcover)

This book is one of the best vegetable physiology books I have ever read. First couple of chapters provide you with complete understanding of basic vegetable physiology, where as later chapters deal with major vegetable crops individually. It is a very good and valuable source of information for students majoring in horticulture as well as researchers. As an horticulturist, I am planning to use this book as a textbook for my "the principles of growing vegetables" course which I will be teaching soon.