Citrus

This book describes the citrus plant and its nutrients, nutritional value, and nutraceutical applications, as well as related biotic and abiotic challenges in its cultivation. Chapters cover such topics as citrus genealogy, production, and crop management; milestones achieved in citrus improvement; importance of weather conditions in cropping systems; effects of changing climate on citrus; and much more.

This book highlights advances in citrus production, focusing on horticultural and human health aspects. In contrast to most publications on citrus, this book discusses both citrus production and the effects of citrus on human health.

The book briefly explains the fruit morphology, anatomy, physiology and biochemistry, growth phases, maturity standards, grades, and physical and mechanical characteristics of citrus trees. It also provides the foundation for understanding the growth, harvest, and post-harvest aspects of citrus fruits. Insect pests and diseases, irrigation, nutrition, and rootstocks are also addressed in this book.

The goal of this book is to provide the most up-to-date review on information available on pathological aspects of citrus. This book will equip academia and industry people with adequate basic knowledge of citrus diseases and management options.