This book is timely as there has been a great increase in interest in berry crops due to the potential health benefits of these crops and their important role in horticulture and rural economies. As the popularity of these crops increases, challenges are present in growth and environmental sustainability.

This book covers all the main berry crops, including blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries with chapters from experts in their respective fields. In each crop, the book comprehensively covers basic plant information, economic impact and germplasm resources through to progress to date in traditional breeding. It then goes on to update the reader on recent exciting developments in the field in each crop. Linkage mapping and map development, as well as marker-assisted breeding through to transcriptomics are covered appropriately for each crop. This book is very up-to-date and is an excellent reference for students, researchers, breeders and industry stakeholders with any interest in berry crops.

I have no hesitation recommending this book to colleagues and students.