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European catalogue of Allium
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104251
Publication year
1988
Authors
Astley, D.
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute
Full Citation
International Plant Genetic Resources Institute; Astley, D. (ed.) (1988) European catalogue of Allium. 66 p.
Publication Type
Book
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Cytogenetics of the genus Musa
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104258
Abstract
This book provides important information resulting from a lifetime dedicated to banana research. Ken Shepherd has not only devoted his life to studying bananas, but has focused on an area much neglected by other researchers, Musa cytology. The publishing of this book is especially timely given the recent upsurge in interest in Musa karyology and the new methods that are now available for studying Musa chromosomes.
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Coriander, Coriandrum sativum L.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104262
Abstract
A large part of this book describes the genetic resources and variation of coriander and there is also information on uses, composition and crop production. Chapters cover the following topics: taxonomy and names of the species; brief description of the crop; origin of the species and centres of diversity; composition and uses (including for essential oils and fatty oils, and as a medicine, spice and vegetable); genetic resources; diversity of the species;…
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Vavilov and his institute: a history of the world collection of plant genetic resources in Russia
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104272
Abstract
This book is the result the first Vavilov-Frankel fellowship that was awarded in 1993. The Vavilov-Frankel Fellowships programme was established by the Bioversity Board of Trustees in 1989 to commemorate the unique contributions to plant science by academician Nikolai Ivanovich Vavilov of Russia and Sir Otto Frankel of Australia. The first two fellowships examined the historical background of…
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Learning to compete in dynamic food systems: elements for successful supply chains in CAFTA-DR
International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/56142
Publication year
2007
Authors
Lundy, Mark M.
Reardon, Thomas
Full Citation
Lundy, Mark; Reardon, Thomas. 2007. Learning to compete in dynamic food systems : Elements for successful supply chains in CAFTA-DR. In: CAFTA-DR…
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Chayote, Sechium edule (Jacq.) Sw.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104273
Abstract
The variable fruits and roots of chayote is an important element in the diet in many parts of Latin America, and it is a valuable export crop. This monograph provides an overview of existing knowledge of the genus with emphasis on genetic resources. Chapters cover the following topics: taxonomy and nomenclature, botany, floral biology, evolution, wild relatives, uses, diversity, breeding, production, ecology, agronomy, pests and diseases, and limitations…
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Cat's whiskers Cleome gynandra L.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104276
Abstract
Cat's whiskers (Cleome gynandra) grows as a weed in most tropical countries, but is a semi-cultivated, popular tropical leafy vegetable in many parts of sub-Saharan Africa especially in most countries in eastern and southern Africa. This book presents information on its genetic resources in a series of chapters on the following topics: taxonomy, botany, origin and centre of diversity, properties and uses, characterization, evaluation and…
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Carob tree Ceratonia siliqua L.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104277
Abstract
The carob tree has been grown since antiquity in most countries of the Mediterranean region, and has spread in recent times to parts of the world with a Mediterranean climate such as California, Arizona, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Australia, South Africa and India. This monograph describes the genetic resources of carob and reviews various aspects of its taxonomy, botany, origin, ecology, properties, uses, diversity and breeding. In addition, a full account…
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Buckwheat, Fagopyrum esculentus Moench
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104279
Abstract
Following a general account of the crop, including importance and distribution, physiology, diseases, genetics and breeding, and the need for unconventional breeding methods, information is reviewed on in vitro methods, including the composition of culture media, establishment of callus culture, organogenesis, plant regeneration and transfer, culture of apical buds, protoplast culture, genetic stability in callus and plants, and biochemical studies…
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Breadfruit, Artocarpus altilis (Parkinson) Fosberg
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104280
Abstract
Despite its widespread distribution and use, little work has been done on characterization, evaluation and description of breadfruit germplasm. This publication describes the genetic resources of breadfruit and provides an in-depth look at the current status of breadfruit conservation and the extent of ex situ germplasm collections, especially in the Pacific Islands. Chapters cover the following topics: taxonomy, botany, evolution and…
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Black nightshades, Solanum nigrum L. and related species
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104281
Abstract
The black nightshades (Solanum nigrum and related species in sect. Solanum) are worldwide weeds of arable land, gardens, rubbish tips, soils rich in nitrogen, in moderately light and warm situations which occur from sea to montane levels. They are, however, also widely used as leafy herbs and vegetables, as a source of fruit and for various medicinal purposes. Therefore, human consumption of their leaves and fruits as food is…
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Yam bean, Pachyrhizus DC.
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104292
Abstract
For P. erosus, P. ahipa and P. tuberosus, descriptions are given of the taxonomy, botany, morphology, ecology, reproductive biology, agronomy, N fixation, chemical composition, nutritive value, uses, origin of the cultivated species (with descriptions of the wild species P. ferrugineus and P. panamensis) and geographical distribution, genetic resources and breeding, and future prospects. (Abstract © CAB ABSTRACTS, CAB International)…
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The design of seed storage facilities for genetic conservation
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104304
Abstract
This is an in-depth report of the factors to be taken into consideration when designing seed storage facilities for genetic conservation. (Revised 1990). Also in Chinese
Publication year
1982
Authors
Cromarty, A.S.
Ellis, R.H.
Roberts, E.H.
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Tef Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104306
Abstract
Tef is an important, traditional cereal crop in Ethiopia that grows well under various stress conditions and is extensively used in Ethiopia but is little known elsewhere. This book considers the conservation and genetic resources of tef, and reviews various aspects of its taxonomy, origins and centre of diversity, properties and uses, characterization and evaluation, breeding, production, ecology, agronomy, and limitations, prospects and research needs.…
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Estudios taxonomics y ecogeograficos de las cucurbitaceae latinoamericanas de importancia economica
https://hdl.handle.net/10568/104309
Abstract
Published in collaboration with Instituto de Biologia, UNAM, Mexico. As a preamble for future conservation actions for the cucurbitaceae in Latin America, IPGRI commissioned a taxonomic and ecogeographic study of the different genepools of cucurbits, squashes, gourds, chayotes and achokchas, involving the revision of 2300 herbarium specimens, the collation of 3400 bibliographic references,…
