Canopy Management of Fruits, 2nd Fully Revised and Enlarged Edition

Canopy Management of Fruits, 2nd Fully Revised and Enlarged Edition Synopsis

The second edition of the book contains information on the principles of canopy management with respect to hormonal aspects, the impact of light interception, pruning physiology, source-sink relationships, the physiology of tree architecture development, various types of tree shapes, the advantages and limitations of intensive orcharding systems, modern aspects of efficient canopy development and management under high-density planting systems, the influence of different rootstocks on canopy development and management, branch angle manipulation for vigor control, the effects of plant growth regulators and nutrition on canopy development and management, as well as efficient grape architecture development and management for high-quality fruit production. This edition is expected to be useful for researchers, extension workers, line department officers, students preparing for competitive examinations, and ultimately, farmers.