9781528223751 - Timothy Rust in the United States (Classic Reprint) di Johnson, Edward C. (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book documents the arrival of Timothy Rust in the United States in 1882, and its subsequent spread throughout the country. By 1910, the disease had become widespread, with the potential to cause significant crop damage in timothy-growing regions. The author describes the characteristics of the rust, and its similarities to and differences from the common wheat rust. Experiments revealed that timothy rust could transfer to several other grasses. While the exact origins of timothy rust remain uncertain, it likely arrived in the USA via infected hay or grain. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the physiological specialization of timothy rust, as it can help develop resistant varieties. The book concludes by outlining the successful transfer of timothy rust to other grasses, highlighting the ongoing efforts to develop resistant cultivars. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Timothy Rust in the United StatesTimothy rust was reported in the United States as early as 1882 It was reported from Iowa in 1891. From 1891 to 1906 no men tion of the parasite has been found. In 1906 the rus.