Completely updated with new content and full-color figures throughout, the second edition of this successful book continues to provide comprehensive coverage relating to pineapple breeding, production and yield. It: contains new chapters on organic production and production for other uses (fibre and ornamentals); includes major updates to content on biotechnology, breeding, and variety improvements; explores physiological changes associated with the year-round growing of pineapple in addition to the associated cultural practices and mineral nutrition; considers the impact of climate change and environmental issues on pineapple crops, and relevant mitigation strategies; and looks at the effect of new cultivars and new technologies on cultural practices.