This new and updated edition of a popular text provides a broad,
balanced review of the scientific knowledge of strawberries and their
cultivation. The worldwide strawberry industry has grown substantially
since the original book was published, and methods of culture have
undergone extensive modifications. Important changes have been made to
the taxonomy of strawberries and there is a much better understanding of
how its ancestors evolved. New disease and pest control methods have
been developed and a large amount of genomic information has been
generated. This information has greatly broadened our knowledge of how
flowering and fruiting is regulated and will revolutionize the breeding
of strawberries.
Drawing on extensive research and practical experience, the author
presents an essential text that:
- Includes new content on genomic data, trait genetics, and marker
assisted strategies for varietal improvement.
- Provides a thorough review of the evolution of the strawberry and the
history of strawberry cultivation.
- Contains an up-to-date comparison of the cultural systems employed
across the world and the physiology behind these practices.
Presented in full color throughout, this is a core guide for academic
and professional researchers, breeders and growers, advisors, extension
personnel and students of horticulture.
