9780282004996 - The Brown Rot of the Lemon (Classic Reprint) de Smith, Ralph Eliot (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history, methods, and challenges of the California lemon industry in its early years. It illuminates the severe setbacks and eventual improvements that shaped the success of the industry, including the detrimental effects of decay caused by the blue-mold fungus. However, the book's focus shifts to the unexpected emergence of a new and far more destructive form of decay known as brown rot, which threatened the industry's prosperity. This comprehensive study analyzes the nature of the brown rot fungus, its behavior in orchards and packing houses, and its devastating effects on lemon crops. The author meticulously details the scientific discovery and identification of the fungus, as well as the groundbreaking experiments that revealed the primary sources of infection. Most importantly, the book offers practical solutions for controlling brown rot, emphasizing the importance of preventing infection in orchards and during the washing process. These insights have proven invaluable to the California lemon industry, leading to the implementation of effective measures that have significantly reduced the incidence of brown rot and ensured the continued success of lemon production in the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.