The soybean is a crop of global importance and is one of the most frequently cultivated crops worldwide. It is rich in oil and protein and is used for both human and animal consumption as well as for industrial purposes, such as biofuels. Soybean crops also play an important role in crop diversification and benefit other crops due to its addition of nitrogen to the soil during crop rotation. With contributions written by researchers from around the world, "The Soybean" provides a concise coverage of recent research on all aspects of this significant crop. Chapters discuss the history and importance of soybean production in agriculture followed by details of the plant's physiology and developments in breeding and genetics. The diverse cropping systems used in production are highlighted alongside crop management and protection strategies. Technology for processing and utilization, soybean's nutritional value and the outlook for global marketing and trade are also addressed. It is suitable for researchers and students in plant science, crop science, and horticulture.
Author(s): Guriqbal Singh
Edition: First
Year: 2010
Language: English
Pages: 512
Contents......Page 6
About the Editor......Page 8
Contributors......Page 9
Preface......Page 12
1. The Origin and History of Soybean......Page 14
2. The Role of Soybean in Agriculture......Page 37
3. Soybean Growth and Development......Page 61
4. Soybean Genetic Resources......Page 87
5. Varietal Improvement in Soybean......Page 105
6. Soybean Yield Physiology: Principles and Processes of Yield Production......Page 126
7. Agro-techniques for Soybean Production......Page 155
8. Nutrient Management in Soybean......Page 174
9. Water Management in Soybean......Page 204
10. Weed Management in Soybean......Page 222
11. Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Soybean......Page 240
12. Storage of Soybean......Page 260
13. Diseases of Soybean and Their Management......Page 289
14. Insect Pests of Soybean and Their Management......Page 313
15. Nematodes of Soybean and Their Management......Page 338
16. Soybean Processing and Utilization......Page 358
17. Nutritional Value of Soybean......Page 388
18. Uses of Soybean: Products and Preparation......Page 417
19. Vegetable Soybean......Page 440
20. Global Soybean Marketing and Trade: a Situation and Outlook Analysis......Page 474
B......Page 498
D......Page 499
F......Page 500
H......Page 501
M......Page 502
O......Page 503
P......Page 504
S......Page 505
V......Page 506
Z......Page 507
