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Book details
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viii+191p., Tables; Plates; Index; 23cm.
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Hardcover
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English language
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International Book Distributing Co.
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01.01.2006
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ISBN 10: 8181891104 ISBN 13:9798181891104
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The Pomegranate
Synopsis
Pomegranate cultivation is one of the most remunerative farming enterprises in India. It is grown in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat on a large scale. The total pomegranate production in the world is 10 lakh tonnes. India produces 5 lakh tones but export only 5000 tonnes. Whereas Spain producers 1 lakh tonne and export 75,000 tonnes and, their export ends by December. India has the scope to export from January to June to European countries. Farmers of pomegranate are advised to take Hasta Bahar flowering by pruning in August and harvesting in March, to prevent bacterial blight (Xanthomonas axonopodis cv. Punicae) problem. This book covers all aspects viz., soil, water, climate, propagation, varieties, the establishment of a garden, pruning, pest and disease, nutrition, value-added products, wine-making etc. It is sincerely hope that this book will prove helpful to pomegranate growers and extension personnel in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh in particular.
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