The Jatropha Plant - Paperback

by Essien a. Bassey (Author)

The Jatropha plant is an economic multipurpose shrub of significant potentials in the world. This text discusses the origin, growth and economic importance of the plant and gives a step-by-step guide on its cultivation including climatic conditions, and general principles of establishment. It also highlights on the various pest and diseases as well as various by-products of this all -important economic plant. The processes of oil extraction and use were also highlighted. The book is highly recommended for students, farmers, researchers, as well as would be investors in associated industries.

Author Biography

Bassey Archibong Essien holds a Bachelor degree in Agriculture (B. Agric) Agronomy and a Master of Science degree (M.Sc.) Crop Science, all from the University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. He has been involved in Agricultural Research and Lecturing for over Seventeen years. He taught several courses and has at various times served as Head of the Departments of Agricultural Technology and Crop Production Technology as well as external Examiner, Federal College of Agriculture, Ishiagu, Ebonyi State. He transferred his service and joined Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana Afikpo, Ebonyi State. As a senior Lecturer, he is currently Head, Department of Horticulture and Landscape Technology, School of Industrial Technology. He is a member of many professional bodies, and he has several articles to his credit in outstanding National and International journals. He has contributed numerous chapters in professional books.