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Descriptions of various afflictions to potato crops and advice in dealing with them. Includes charts, tables, diagrams, and black-and-white and full color photographs.
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2014/10/20
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The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato and andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable...
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2005/06/01 This is a reprint of a chapter on root crops and staples from a book. It includes the name, description, distribution, cultivation, production, food value, insects, diseases, and pests of each plant. 30 pages, illustrated source: http://www.papuaweb.org/dlib/bk/french
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1978/01/01 In writing this book, Dr. Onwueme's purpose has been to provide a detailed account of the major tropical tuber crops which form a substantial part of the staple diet of people living in the tropics. Traditional and more recent methods of production are discussed and analysed. In addition,...
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1979/04/01 This paper examines the potential role of tropical root crops as sources of human food, livestock feed and as raw materials for industrial processing and concludes that the most promising materials for industrial processing and concludes that the most promising immediate possibilities for...
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Key Resource2015/02/16 Tropical root and tuber crops are consumed as staples in parts of the tropics and should be considered for their potential to produce impressive yields in small spaces. They provide valuable options for producing food under challenging growing conditions. Cassava and taro, for instance, are...
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2007/01/01 Learn about the fascinating culinary history of these tasty staples, and gather tips for growing some of these unusual plants in your garden or in containers.The book describes more than 30 tropical and hardy tubers that are easy to grow, great to look at, and delicious to eat.Recipes from around...
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1988/01/01 This book reports on a study of the chemical composition and nutritional status of a wide range of Pacific root crops.
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1970/01/01 This publication is a record of the proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Tropical Root and Tuber Crops. Papers included survey the general status of each of the major crops and those factors that limit their production and utilization. Emphasis was limited to a discussion of the...