Diseases of Small Grain Cereal Crops: A Colour Handbook

by T.D. Murray, David W. Parry, Nigel D. Cattlin

Overview

The small grain cereals wheat, barley, oats and rye are cultivated worldwide. They form the foundation of most agricultural systems and are essential in the manufacture of staple products such as bread, pasta and fermented beverages. Reflecting the global and economic importance of cereal crops, this book aims to make identification of diseases aff

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781840765458
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	10/30/2013
Series:	A Colour Handbook
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
File size:	17 MB
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About the Author

T.D. Murray

Table of Contents

Ear and Grain Diseases. Leaf and Stem Diseases. Stem Base and Root Diseases. Microscopic Appearance of Pathogens.

Editorial Reviews

Provides clear, concise descriptions of symptoms and cycles of some 50 important small grain cereal pathogens, their distribution and economic importance, and advice on their control. Material is organized first by part of the plant affected, and then by type of disease symptom. Includes an introduction on plant pathology and a simple diagnostic guide. Contains some 230 color photos of affected crops in the field and under the microscope. For professionals in crop protection and plant pathology, growers, farmers, and students of agricultures. Murray is affiliated with Washington State University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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