Durian: King of Tropical Fruit

Durian: King of Tropical Fruit

Readership
Horticulture, botany, tropical agriculture.
Main Description
Durian is extensively grown in tropical regions, the major producers being Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines. The tree is also grown in northern Australia, some South American countries and in Africa. Although to many its smell is notoriously offensive, its taste can become a passion and it is one of the most popular fruits in South-East Asia. This book is the first comprehensive, scientific volume to be published in English on this “king of tropical fruit”. It provides information on the biology, propagation and use of the fruit, and descriptions of the scientific basis of production practices and orchard management, as well as post-harvest processing. It will be a unique resource for horticulture and botanical libraries and for students of tropical horticulture worldwide.

Main Contents
Section 1: The Plant and the Environment
• History, area of origin, nomenclature and genetic diversity
• Areas of production and economic importance
• Morphology, genetics and cultivars
• Physiology and ecology
Section 2: Pre-Harvest Management
• Propagation
• Orchard establishment, training and pruning
• Nutritional requirements and fertilisation
• Irrigation requirements and techniques
• Other production practices
• Physiological disorders and non-pathogenic diseases
• Pests and diseases
Section 3: Post-Harvest Management, Costs and Marketing
• Costs and returns of durian production
• Post-harvest technology
• Durian products
• Marketing