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Pear Production and Handling Manual |
Publication Number:
3483
Author: E. MITCHAM, R. ELKINS
Inventory Type: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-1-879906-65-1
Copyright Date: 2007
Length: 215 pp.
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Using this new manual you’ll gain a basic understanding of growth and fruit development, as well as practical considerations on pear culture. While written with Bartlett pear production California in mind, pear growers of all varieties worldwide will find the information useful.
Additional chapters cover orchard and tree management including varieties, propagation and rootstock selection, training pruning, and orchard floor management. The section on irrigation and fertilization covers considerations including irrigation systems and scheduling, frost protection, and nutrition. Extensive sections on pest management, and fruit harvesting, storage and handling round out this essential guide.
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