Mesquite: History, Growth, Biology, Uses, and Management (Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service Series) - Hardcover

Bovey, Rodney W.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1623494281 ISBN 13: 9781623494285

Publisher: Texas A&M University Press, 2016

Synopsis

Global problem or treasure? This question has accompanied the widespread and controversial mesquite tree wherever it grows and is studied around the world. In this comprehensive reference to the genus Prosopis, rangeland scientist Rodney Bovey has gathered and synthesized years of research in a book that reflects our current state of knowledge about the biology, morphology, and management of mesquite.

Environmentally adaptive, the mesquite is considered by many to be an invasive or a pest species, and Bovey addresses the concerns about mesquite encroachment worldwide. But he also explains its ecological importance in the prevention of erosion and desertification and in providing food and habitat for wildlife.

In addition, Bovey traces the uses of mesquite by humans and discusses the economics of growing and harvesting mesquite. A handy guide to the names, locations, distributions, habitat, structure, and uses of several species of mesquite is included in this benchmark publication for ecologists, range managers, biologists, landowners, and students of agriculture and ecosystem science.

About this title

About the Author:

RODNEY W. BOVEY retired after thirty years with the Agricultural Research Service at the US Department of Agriculture and is now an adjunct professor of ecosystem science and management at Texas A&M.

Review:

". . . develops a base knowledge about mesquite that will become a very important resource for land managers and scientists. . . ."--Thomas D. Whitson, emeritus professor of weed science, University of Wyoming, retired (Thomas D. Whitson 2015-10-07)

"A comprehensive overview of mesquite....It summarizes the life history, ecology, morphology, physiology, management and economics of mesquite (Prosopis) in a single, inclusive reference."

"...a remarkable compilation of material based on the significant life work, experience, and wisdom accrued by the author throughout a noteworthy and productive career."

"...a significant scholarly contribution to our knowledge and understanding of mesquite..."

— Robert Kinucan (Robert Kinucan 2016-03-31)

About this edition

• Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1623494281
• ISBN 13: 9781623494285
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 280