Isbn: 9780331673869 - corn root, stalk, and ear rot diseases, and their control thru seed selection and breeding (classic reprint) (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 complex world of corn diseases, exploring the factors that contribute to their development and the devastating impact they have on crop yields. The author, a pioneer in the field of corn breeding, meticulously examines a range of parasitic organisms that infect corn plants, from the common scutellum rot to the less familiar black-bundle disease. He also investigates the role of environmental factors, such as soil temperature and moisture, in influencing disease susceptibility. A significant portion of the book is dedicated to exploring the genetic factors that determine a plant's resilience to various diseases, a topic of growing importance for agricultural researchers. The author's work, conducted in the early 20th century, reflects the growing concern at the time about the impact of diseases on crop production. By analyzing the causes of disease and exploring the genetic basis of resistance, this book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the challenges facing corn growers and lays the foundation for future advancements in corn breeding. 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.…