Nutritional and Physiological Disorders in Crop Plants

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. Classification and functions of plant nutrients. 3. Diagnosis of plant deficiency symptoms: i. Cereals. ii. Pulses. iii. Oil seeds. iv. Fibres. v. Sugars. vi. Fruits. vii. Vegetables. viii. Flowers. ix. Plantation crops. x. Narcotics. 4. Physiological disorders. 5. Remedial measures. 6. Foliar nutrition. Annexure. References.

“Intensive cultivation of agricultural and horticultural crops to cope with the demand of increasing population has led to occurrence of micronutrient deficiencies. This book elucidates the classification and function of plant nutrients, diagnosis of plant nutrient deficiencies, physiological disorders, remedial measures and foliar nutrition for appreciation and practice in farming system. Taking into account the fertilizer responsiveness of high yielding varieties and hybrids to all major and micronutrient deficiencies, this compilation is prepared in a simple language. For making case studies with reference to deficiency symptoms and its amelioration, this publication will help to suit the needs of students and farmers as it provides photographs for most of the deficiencies and disorders. With its lucid, systematic coverage and elegant illustrations, this book will serve as an authentic guide and complete treatise useful to all the professionals of agriculture and horticulture.”