Olive: Improvement, Production and Processing

by D B Singh, M K Verma, Nazeer Ahmed, Shiv Lal

ISBN: 9789386949134
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Imprint : Daya Publishing House
Year : 2018
Price : Rs. 8495.00
Biblio : x+224p., figs., tabls., ind., 25 cm

Author Profile

Mr. Shiv Lal is presently Scientist (SS) at ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture, Srinagar, J & K. He did his B.Sc. (Agriculture) from Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, M.Sc. (Fruits Science) from Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New Delhi and currently pursuing Ph.D (Fruit Science) from Indian Agriculture Research Institute, New Delhi. From the last 7 years he is actively engaged in olive breeding, production and processing research. He has established olive research block, evaluated large numbers of germplasm introduced from Egypt and UC, Davis, California and identified suitable genotypes for temperate region. He is recipient of ICAR-NET, JRF and SRF and joined ICAR services in 2008. He has published more than 40 research papers and contributed 5 bulletins, 5 book chapters, besides 5 presentations in national and international conferences. Dr. M.K. Verma is presently the Principal Scientist at the Division of Fruits and Horticultural Technology, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi and involved in research & teaching. He received Ph.D. degree in Horticulture (Fruit Science) from IARI, New Delhi and joined Agricultural Research Services in 1998. Previously he has served at ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture, Srinagar/Mukteshwar for 12 years. He has developed 23- varieties of walnut, apricot, sweet cherry, apple, grapes, sweet orange and acid lime. He has published 39 research papers, 2- books, 45 book chapters, 36 conference papers, and 23 bulletins/folders. Dr. Nazeer Ahmed is currently the Vice Chancellor, SKUAST (K), Srinagar and former Director, ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (CITH), Srinagar, J&K. He had his graduation in Horticulture from UAS Bangalore and Master’s and Doctoral degree from PAU, Ludhiana. During his 30 years of service he guided more than hundred Master’s and Ph.D’s and published more than 300 research papers, extension bulletins and review papers. Dr Ahmed developed, released and popularized 33 varieties and hybrids and recommended 64 production recommendations for temperate fruits and vegetables. Dr. Desh Beer Singh is presently Director/Acting at ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture, Srinagar, J&K. He did his M.Sc. (Horticulture) from Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab and Ph.D. (Horticulture) from Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra. He has published more than 110 research papers and contributed 14 bulletins, 15 book chapters, 06 books besides 57 presentations in national and international conferences.

About The Book

This book of “Olive: Improvement, Production and Processing” is the concise compilation of scientific information in abridged form on olive tree, its history; culture; biology; propagation; physiology; biochemistry; soil, water & nutrient management; orchard planning, layout, & management techniques; crop regulation; quality improvement of fruits & oil; and management of biotic and abiotic stress factors. It is hoped that the book will be of interest and benefit the researchers, students, development workers, teachers, policy makers and all interested in olive culture.

Table of Contents

Foreword v Preface vii 1. History 1 2. Distribution, Area, Production and Trade 3 3. Taxonomic Classification and Species 9 4. Botany 17 5. Floral and Fruit Biology 21 6. Utility 29 7. Olive Improvement 37 8. Biotechnological Advances in Improvement 45 9. Climate and Soil Requirements 57 10. Varietal Wealth 61 11. Orchard Establishment and Layout 77 12. Production Systems 85 13. Propagation 89 14. Weed Management 99 15. Water Management 107 16. Canopy Management 113 17. Use of Plant Growth Promoting Substance 121 18. Fruit Maturity, Ripening and Harvesting 129 19. Processing 137 20. Value Added Products 143 21. Quality Standards 149 22. Designations and Definitions of Olive Oils 157 23. Purity and Fidelity of Olive Oil 163 24. Method and Sampling Techniques for Olive Oil Quality Analysis 169 25. Disease, Insect and Pest 179 26. Major Physiological Disorders 187 27. Impact of Abiotic Stresses in Olive 191 28. Major Production Problems in Olive 201 29. Status of Olive Growing in India 211 30. Olive Cultivation in Rajasthan 217 Index 219