Production of Tropical Fruit Crops

Tropical fruit crops hold a place of immense importance in global horticulture contributing significantly to food security nutrition employment and income generation especially in the developing world. With their diversity of flavors nutritional profiles and adaptability to a range of agro-climatic conditions tropical fruits such as mango banana papaya guava pineapple jackfruit and others are not only staples in local diets but are also gaining prominence in international markets.This book Production of Tropical Fruit Crops is an attempt to present a comprehensive and up-to-date compilation of knowledge covering all aspects of tropical fruit production. It is designed to meet the academic needs of undergraduate and postgraduate students of horticulture and agriculture while also serving as a practical guide for researchers extension workers and progressive fruit growers.