The Strawberry into the 21st Century

A global overview of current strawberry research--general knowledge and explicit findings--for scientists, nursery managers, strawberry producers, and others interested in the strawberry. Substantial reviews and concise descriptions of current research center on five main topics: international perspectives on strawberry production; breeding, germplasm, and biotechnology; physiology, production, and postharvest handling; biology and management of diseases and pests; and systems approaches to managing strawberry production. Includes seven color plates and 22 b&w illustrations. Acidic paper. (c) by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.