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Since the first edition of this book published in 1991, there have been major changes in production and practices that provide fresh raspberry and blackberry fruit all year long. Production under tunnels is now standard practice in many regions for extending the season and for protecting fruit from moisture to reduce fruit rot. Organic production has increased significantly, which brings new challenges in disease and pest management. Spotted wing drosophila has become a major pest of raspberry and blackberry in many parts of the world since 2008. Many new viruses have been identified, increasing the complexity of disease management. 

Significant advancements in management of diseases and pests of raspberry and blackberry in the past 26 years are covered in detail. The second edition  also includes an appendix that identifies common names of diseases, along with their pathogens.

Contents:  Introduction

Part I. Diseases Caused by Biotic Factors:  Cane and foliar diseases caused by fungi and oomycetes, Fruit and flower diseases caused by fungi, Rust diseases, Root and crown diseases caused by fungi and oomycetes, Diseases caused by bacteria, Disease caused by a phytoplasma, Disease caused by a parasitic alga, Diseases caused by viruses and viruslike agents, Diseases caused by nematodes

Part II. Arthropod Pests:  Insects that damage roots and crowns, Insects that damage fruit, Insects that damage foliage, Mites, Insects that damage canes, Insect contaminants of mechanically harvested fruit

Part III. Disorders Caused by Abiotic Factors:  Herbicide injury, Environmental stress

Part IV. Effects of Cultural Practices on Disease

Part V. Development of Healthy Planting Materials

Appendix, Glossary, Index.

Robert R Martin, Michael A Ellis, Brian Williamson, Roger N Williams, Editors, 2017, 175 p, color photographs, b&w illustrations.  $189.00.