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OverviewRaspberry production and consumption is increasing steadily worldwide, and the potential health benefits of the fruit are becoming more widely known. Providing an international overview of the modern raspberry industry, this book covers North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. It discusses all aspects of raspberry growing, including plant growth and development, cultivar description and selection, site selection and preparation (including soil and drainage), climate, pest control, irrigation, shipping, economics, harvesting and the marketing of the final product. Much of this publication covers research based information, including hundreds of references and nearly eighty full colour plates. Taking a global perspective, this book provides a comprehensive yet concise reference for all horticulture students, raspberry growers, producers and fruit industry personnel looking for the latest information in raspberry production. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard Funt (Ohio State University, USA) , Alison Dolan (Scottish Crop Research Institute (SCRI), UK) , Harvey Hall (Shekinah Berries Ltd, New Zealand) , Michael Ellis (The Ohio State University, USA)Publisher: CABI Publishing Imprint: CABI Publishing Volume: No. 23 Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.640kg ISBN: 9781845937911ISBN 10: 1845937910 Pages: 300 Publication Date: 22 March 2013 Audience: College/higher education , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print ![]() This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1: Raspberries 2: Growth and Development 3: Climatic Requirements 4: Site Selection 5: Cultivar Development and Selection 6: Nursery Production of Plants 7: Propagation 8: Site Preparation, Soil Management and Planting 9: Soil and Water Management 10: Pruning and Training 11: Pest and Disease Management 12: Crop Production 13: Post Harvest Physiology and Storage of Raspberries 14: Marketing 15: Raspberry Farm Management and Economics 16: World Raspberry Production and Marketing: Industry Changes from 1960-2010ReviewsAuthor InformationRichard C. Funt is a Retired Consultant and Professor Emeritus, Ohio State University. Harvey K. Hall is a consultant with Shekinah Berries Ltd., New Zealand. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |