ENGLISH

Fruit and Vegetable Biotechnology

By Victoriano Valpuesta

Book information

Publisher
CRC Press
Year
2002
ISBN
9780849314360, 0849314364
LCC
TP248.65.F66 F78 2002
Open Library ID
OL3433543M
Language
english
Format
RAR
Filesize
3 MB (2972575 bytes)
Series
Woodhead Publishing in Food Science and Technology
Edition
1
Pages
338\0
Library
mexmat
Time added
2009-07-20 03:45:11

Description

Genetic modification is one of the most important and controversial issues facing the food industry. Drawing on an international team of contributors, this book analyzes the major impact of biotechnology on fruit and vegetable cultivation and processing. It covers the range of traits that have been the subject of modification and provides case studies illustrating how genetic modification can enhance these traits. In addition, the book explores the vital issues of consumer attitudes and risk assessment. It is an important contribution to a key area of debate, and is essential reading for those involved in cultivation and processing of fruit and vegetables.

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