Plant diseases: Restrictive effect of California climate on vegetables, grains, and flowers
Authors
Kenneth F. BakerWilliam C. Snyder
Authors Affiliations
Kenneth F. Baker is Professor of Plant Pathology, University of California College' of Agriculture, Los Angeles; William C. Snyder is Professor of Plant Pathology, University of California College of Agriculture, Berkeley.Publication Information
Hilgardia 4(8):3-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v004n08p3. August 1950.
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Abstract
The semi-arid California climate is an effective ally in eliminating or restricting many crop diseases.
Baker K, Snyder W. 1950. Plant diseases: Restrictive effect of California climate on vegetables, grains, and flowers. Hilgardia 4(8):3-16. DOI:10.3733/ca.v004n08p3
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