Biology And Utilization Of The Cucurbitaceae

Author : David M. Bates
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 1501745441
Total Pages : 505 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Utilization of the Cucurbitaceae written by David M. Bates and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2019-05-15 with total page 505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The cucurbits (Cucurbitaceae, or gourd family), which include squash, pumpkin, melon, cucumber, and watermelon, have long been of economic significance. As sources of vegetables, fruit, and seeds rich in oils and protein, they have the potential of making an even larger contribution toward meeting the needs of humankind. This book, consisting of 37 papers by 50 cucurbit specialists, emphasizes the practical importance of cucurbit investigation, and also provides a broad overview of the family.

Author : David M. Bates
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780608208725
Total Pages : 503 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Utilization of the Curcurbitaceae written by David M. Bates and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 503 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Rebecca Grumet
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319493329
Total Pages : 430 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Genetics and Genomics of Cucurbitaceae written by Rebecca Grumet and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-10-13 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides an overview of the current state of knowledge of the genetics and genomics of the agriculturally important Cucurbitaceae plant family, which includes crops such as watermelon, melon, cucumber, summer and winter squashes, pumpkins, and gourds. Recent years have resulted in tremendous increases in our knowledge of these species due to large scale genomic and transcriptomic studies and production of draft genomes for the four major species, Citrullus lanatus, Cucumis melo, Cucumis sativus, and Cucurbita spp. This text examines genetic resources and structural and functional genomics for each species group and across species groups. In addition, it explores genomic-informed understanding and commonalities in cucurbit biology with respect to vegetative growth, floral development and sex expression, fruit growth and development, and important fruit quality traits.

Author : Enoch G. Achigan-Dako
Publisher : Cuvillier Verlag
ISBN 13 : 3867277850
Total Pages : 155 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Phylogenetic and Genetic Variation Analyses in Cucurbit Species (Cucurbitaceae) from West Africa written by Enoch G. Achigan-Dako and published by Cuvillier Verlag. This book was released on 2008 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Elias D. Kerrick
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781536179248
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cucurbita: Biology, Distribution and Habitat written by Elias D. Kerrick and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-03 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mexico is the center of origin, domestication, and diversification of four cultivated species of cucurbits: Cucurbita pepo L., C. ficifolia Bouché, C. moschata (Duch. ex Lam.) Duch. Ex Poir. and C. argyrosperma Huber. Cucurbita: Biology, Distribution and Habitat examines these cucurbits which exhibit high intraspecific diversity.The authors also explore DNA barcoding, a well-established technique to identify and establish evolutionary links and gaps in plants, as well as map their medicinal properties.Studies show that Cucurbita ficifolia has antihyperglycaemic, antilipidemic, antioxidant, anti-tumor, hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and anthelmintic properties and has beneficial effects on cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. As such, the different effects of Cucurbita ficifolia on non-communicable diseases are discussed.The pumpkin, a common vegetable found in climatic regions around the world, belongs to the family Cucurbitaceae. The closing chapter discusses the uses of pumpkin flour in the food industry.

Author : Jaime Prohens-Tomás
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 0387304436
Total Pages : 430 pages
Book Rating : 4.34/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Vegetables I written by Jaime Prohens-Tomás and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-12-06 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This major work has but one aim: to provide breeders and researchers from the public and private sectors with all the latest information on the breeding of crops of economic relevance. Also, it serves as a major reference book for post-graduate courses and PhD courses on breeding vegetable crops, as well a one-stop-shop for horticulturists and extension agents interested in current advancements in the development of new vegetable crops varieties. Each chapter incorporates the most up-to-date information on the crops examined, and an important novelty is that, in comparison to other books already published on this subject this one contains the most cutting-edge information on molecular breeding techniques.

Author : Joseph H. Kirkbride
Publisher : Parkway Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 9780963575203
Total Pages : 174 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biosystematic Monograph of the Genus Cucumis (Cucurbitaceae) written by Joseph H. Kirkbride and published by Parkway Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 1993 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taxonomic history; Morphology; Biosystematic data; Materials and methods; Taxonomy; Literature Cited.

Author : Muhammad Siddiq
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119098947
Total Pages : 1104 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Vegetables and Vegetable Processing written by Muhammad Siddiq and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-02-23 with total page 1104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Handbook of Vegetables and Vegetable Processing, Second Edition is the most comprehensive guide on vegetable technology for processors, producers, and users of vegetables in food manufacturing.This complete handbook contains 42 chapters across two volumes, contributed by field experts from across the world. It provides contemporary information that brings together current knowledge and practices in the value-chain of vegetables from production through consumption. The book is unique in the sense that it includes coverage of production and postharvest technologies, innovative processing technologies, packaging, and quality management. Handbook of Vegetables and Vegetable Processing, Second Edition covers recent developments in the areas of vegetable breeding and production, postharvest physiology and storage, packaging and shelf life extension, and traditional and novel processing technologies (high-pressure processing, pulse-electric field, membrane separation, and ohmic heating). It also offers in-depth coverage of processing, packaging, and the nutritional quality of vegetables as well as information on a broader spectrum of vegetable production and processing science and technology. Coverage includes biology and classification, physiology, biochemistry, flavor and sensory properties, microbial safety and HACCP principles, nutrient and bioactive properties In-depth descriptions of key processes including, minimal processing, freezing, pasteurization and aseptic processing, fermentation, drying, packaging, and application of new technologies Entire chapters devoted to important aspects of over 20 major commercial vegetables including avocado, table olives, and textured vegetable proteins This important book will appeal to anyone studying or involved in food technology, food science, food packaging, applied nutrition, biosystems and agricultural engineering, biotechnology, horticulture, food biochemistry, plant biology, and postharvest physiology.

Author : Hans F. Linskens
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642848303
Total Pages : 199 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Vegetables and Vegetable Products written by Hans F. Linskens and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The analysis of vegetables and vegetable products is now an important part of everyday life. From the dietary point of view we need to know both the positive and negative aspects of the vegetables we consume - whether they have a high fibre content, for example, or what pesticide residues are present. And from the producers' standpoint, we need to know the methods that are being used to develop new and better vegetables. Thus, genetic analysis becomes important. In this book, a chapter on genetic mapping of pea is included, together with approaches to squash and pumpkin breeding with high carotene content. Also, there are chapters covering the analysis of leaf protein and the oxalic acid content of vegetables, and the analysis of vegetables consumed in tropical Africa. All in all, it is a useful book to have on the shelf for those interested in horticulture, human nutrition or chemical analysis.

Author : Mohammad Pessarakli
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482234599
Total Pages : 594 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Cucurbits written by Mohammad Pessarakli and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-02-22 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Cucurbits: Growth, Cultural Practices, and Physiology contains information on cultural practices, nutrition, and physiological processes of cucurbits under both normal and stressful conditions. It presents the history and importance of cucurbit crop production as well as exhaustive information on growth responses of cucurbits to var