Chinese Corn Cultivation Science

Author: Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book is divided into 18 chapters, covering theories and technologies in various fields such as corn breeding, physiology, cultivation, seeds, soil agriculture, plant protection, biotechnology, and product processing. It comprehensively and systematically discusses the ecological conditions and planting zoning of China's corn-producing regions, the growth and development patterns of corn and yield formation, mineral nutrition and rational fertilization, water physiology and proper irrigation, corn's light energy utilization and optimal planting density, corn sowing and field management as well as pollution-free production, optimized cultivation and expert systems, the occurrence and control of corn pests, diseases, and weeds, as well as intercropping and multiple-cropping theories and technologies centered around corn. The book combines theory and practice to provide a thorough explanation of germplasm resources, conventional corn breeding and specialty corn breeding and cultivation, variety utilization, seed production and quality inspection, corn storage and processing, and more. The appendix of the book provides corn production data, experimental survey standards, and testing methods. This book is comprehensive, rich in content, and well-documented, making it a valuable reference for corn researchers, educators, technology extension personnel, and production technicians.