ABSTRACT

The world production of citrus fruit has risen enormously, leaping from forty-five million tons a year to eighty-five million in the last 30 years. Today, the potential applications of their essential oils are growing wider, with nearly 40% of fresh produce processed for industrial purposes.

Citrus: The Genus Citrus offers comprehensive cove

chapter 1|15 pages

Origin and history

chapter 3|13 pages

Soil and cultural practices

chapter 4|14 pages

Pests and diseases

chapter 7|37 pages

Citrus juices technology

chapter 11|20 pages

Citrus by-products

chapter 17|11 pages

Composition of distilled oils

chapter 21|22 pages

Adulteration of citrus oils