Hydroponic Capsicum Production
Hydroponic Capsicum Production by Dr. Lynette Morgan & Simon Lennard
Highly valued as a vegetable and spice, capsicums, peppers and chillis are becoming increasingly important hydroponic crops in terms of production and consumption. Capsicums are the most highly valued winter fresh vegetables after the tomato. Capsicum crops can be produced year round with the benefits of faster, cleaner production and a premium quality end product. Additionally new colored varieties of capsicums that are high in vitamin A+C have energized the market in recent years.This comprehensive book aims to provide essential information of a scientific and practical nature for existing and intending hydroponic capsicum growers. The book explores everything from the characteristics and background of the capsicum species to the specifics of growing systems, mineral nutrition, the capsicum greenhouse, pests, physiological disorders, post-harvest and marketing.
Illustrated throughout with colored pictures and line drawings Hydroponic Capsicum Production represents an essential handbook for capsicum production techniques in the 21st century.
