Achieving sustainable cultivation of tree nuts [Hardcover]

• Reviews current research on the nutraceutical properties as well as allergen and other safety issues relating to tree nuts
• Assesses advances in breeding, cultivation, integrated disease and pest management to improve yields and sustainability
• Summarises key research on the main tree nuts, from walnuts and almonds to hazelnuts, chestnuts and pistachios
  

Tree nuts such as almonds, walnuts and pistachio have long been grown for consumption and as a food ingredient. It is estimated that 4 million metric tons of tree nuts are produced each year. These crops face particular challenges such as safety in the face of allergens and mycotoxin contamination. There is a need to increase production but in a more sustainable way in the face of climate change.

This collection reviews the wealth of research addressing these challenges. Part 1 discusses the growing number of studies on the health benefits of tree nuts. Part 2 addresses safety issues. The remaining two parts assess advances in genetics and breeding of tree nuts, as well as advances in cultivation and the management of pests and diseases of tree nuts.

With its distinguished editors and international team of expert authors, this collection will be a standard reference for horticultural scientists and those working in forestry and agroforestry science, as well as government and other research centres.

This collection reviews the wealth of research addressing key issues facing the cultivation of tree nuts. Part 1 discusses the health benefits of tree nuts. Part 2 addresses safety issues. The remaining parts assess advances in breeding, cultivation and the management of pests and diseases.

The contributions from the international experts authoring this reference represent much of our knowledge on the subject. Similarly, the editors have a well-deserved reputation for excellence in condensing and cross-referencing such diverse information. Thus, I believe this volƒ;