Blueberries

A Century of Research

By: Ronald Korcak

Write A Review

Hardcover | 9 May 1996 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Hardcover
268 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
22.86 x 15.24 x 1.91

Hardcover

$342.75

or 4 interest-free payments of $85.69 with

Ships in 15 to 25 business days

Gain the knowledge to grow bigger and better blueberries!

Blueberries: A Century of Research presents the results of basic and applied research into blueberry science and culture around the world. It contains technical reports on genetics, nutrition, physiology, culture, and harvesting of several blueberry species. Readers will find much current, helpful, and interesting information for their work with blueberries.General areas covered in the book are the blueberry culture and its future, blueberry genetics and diseases, blueberry nutrition, and blueberry fruit quality. Specific chapters address a variety of topics including:

utilization of wild blueberry germplasm
use of sparkleberry in breeding highbush cultivars
identification of markers linked to genes controlling chilling requirement and cold hardiness
detection of blueberry scorch virus and red ringspot virus
methods of controlling blueberry gall midge damage
control of bunchberry in wild blueberry fields
blueberry nitrate reductase activity
use of gibberellic acid as a management tool for increasing yield of rabbiteye blueberry
blueberry culture and research in Japan

In Blueberries: A Century of Research, small fruit researchers, extension workers, and blueberry specialists will find important new information for continued improvement of blueberry culture and specialization. The book is a vital resource that appeals to a professional audience worldwide.

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.