Wiley-Blackwell Cotton (Tropical Agriculture S.)

This definitive book describes the sequence of operations necessary for producing a cotton crop, from land preparation to the marketing of seed cotton. It discusses the scientific principles underlying each operation, pros and cons of different methods and ways of selecting the method best suited to particular circumstances. The author also includes information on ginning, lint quality, textiles and man–made fibres, enabling the grower to match his product to the needs of the market.