Agricultural Seed Production
Download or Read eBook Agricultural Seed Production PDF written by Raymond A. T. George and published by CABI. This book was released on 2011 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Raymond A. T. George |
Publisher | : CABI |
Total Pages | : 214 |
Release | : 2011 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781845938192 |
ISBN-13 | : 1845938194 |
Rating | : 4/5 (92 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Agricultural Seed Production by : Raymond A. T. George
Book excerpt: A practical coverage of the principles of producing seeds for the main agricultural crops, this book emphasises producing optimal quality seed, and applies to small and large scale farms worldwide. Cereals such as wheats, rice, barley, rye and maize are covered along with pulses, legumes, oil seed rape and soybean. Coverage includes principles of production such as pollination, agronomy issues such as site selection and cultivar purity, seed processing, drying and storage. A focus on global food security is maintained throughout.