Vegetable Diseases and Their Control, 2nd Edition

 Vegetable Diseases and Their Control, 2nd Edition

Author: Arden F. Sherf, Alan A. MacNab
ISBN: 9780471058601
Pages: 736
Format: 16 Χ 24
Binding: Hardback
Pub. Year: 1986

Description

Describes the diseases of important vegetable crops and tells how to control them. Covers all disease types: bacterial, fungal, viral, nematode, and abiotic, and provides information on their cycles. Describes control measures, including resistant varieties, fungicides, crop rotation, and seed treatments. Well-illustrated and readable. Completely revised from first edition.

Contents

Disease Causes and Controls.

Asparagus and Artichoke.

Snap and Dry Beans.

Lima Bean.

Beet.

Carrot.

Celery.

Corn.

Crucifers.

Cucurbits.

Eggplant.

Lettuce.

Onion, Garlic, Leeks, and Shallots.

Pea.

Pepper.

Spinach.

Sweet Potato.

Tomato.

Minor Crops: Okra, Parsley, Parsnip, and Salsify.

General References.

Glossary.

Index.