Author: ARUNCHALAM PPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 98
Book Description
Comparison of the Pedigree Bulk and SSD Methods in Handling Advanced Segregating Generations in Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata (l.) Walp)
Author: ARUNCHALAM PThe Indian Journal of Genetics & Plant Breeding
Author: Comparison of Methods in Handling Advanced Segregating Generations in Three Crosses of Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata (L.) Walp)
Author: NAGARAJA RComparison of Selection Methods in Early Segregating Generations of Three Crosses in Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata(L.) Walp)
Author: KALAYANA CHAKRAVARTHYPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
Indian Science Abstracts
Author: Comparative Effectiveness of Pedigree, Bulk and Single Seed Descent Breeding Methods of Selection for Fodder Yield in Forage Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata. (L.) Walp.)
Author: Vancha VineethaSelection Methods in Plant Breeding
Author: Izak BosPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 940158432X
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 356
Book Description
Our requirement for plant breeders to be successful has never been greater. However one views the forecasted numbers for future population growth we will need, in the immediate future, to be feeding, clothing and housing many more people than we do, inadequately, at present. Plant breeding represents the most valuable strategy in increasing our productivity in a way that is sustainable and environmentally sensitive. Plant breeding can rightly be considered as one of the oldest multidisciplin ary subjects that is known to humans. It was practised by people who first started to carry out a settled form of agriculture. The art, as it must have been at that stage, was applied without any formal underlying framework, but achieved dramatic results, as witnessed by the forms of cultivated plants we have today. We are now learning how to apply successfully the results of yet imperfect scientific knowledge. This knowledge is, however, rapidly develop ing, particularly in areas of tissue culture, biotechnology and molecular biology. Plant breeding's inherent multifaceted nature means that alongside obvious subject areas like genetics we also need to consider areas such as: statistics, physiology, plant pathology, entomology, biochemistry, weed science, quality, seed characteristics, reproductive biology, trial design, se lection and computing.
Coffee Biotechnology and Quality
Author: T. SeraPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401710686
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 535
Book Description
Coffee Biotechnology and Quality is a comprehensive volume containing 45 specialised chapters by internationally recognised experts. The book aims to provide a guide for those wishing to learn about recent advances in coffee cultivation and post-harvest technology. It provides a quantitative and rational approach to the major areas of coffee research, including breeding and cloning, tissue culture and genetics, pest control, post-harvest technology and bioconversion of coffee industry residues into commercially valuable products. The chapters review recent experimental work, allowing a conceptual framework for future research to be identified and developed. The book will be of interest to researchers and students involved in any area of coffee research. Consequently, plant breeders, microbiologists, biotechnologists and biochemical engineers will find the book to be a unique and invaluable guide.
Plant Breeding in the Omics Era
Author: Rodomiro Ortiz RíosPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319205323
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 250
Book Description
The field of plant breeding has grown rapidly in the last decade with breakthrough research in genetics and genomics, inbred development, population improvement, hybrids, clones, self-pollinated crops, polyploidy, transgenic breeding and more. This book discusses the latest developments in all these areas but explores the next generation of needs and discoveries including omics beyond genomics, cultivar seeds and intellectual and property rights. This book is a leading-edge publication of the latest results and forecasts important areas of future needs and applications.
Transforming Agriculture in Southern Africa
Author: Richard A. SikoraPublisher: Routledge
ISBN: 0429686633
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
This book provides a synthesis of the key issues and challenges facing agriculture and food production in Southern Africa. Southern Africa is facing numerous challenges from diverse issues such as agricultural transformations, growing populations, urbanization and climate change. These challenges place great pressure on food security, agriculture, water availability and other natural resources, as well as impacting biodiversity. Drawing on case studies from Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe, the chapters in this book consider these challenges from an interdisciplinary perspective, covering key areas in constraints to production, the most important building blocks of good farming practices, and established and emerging technologies. This book will be a valuable support for informing new policies and processes aimed at improving food production and security and developing sustainable agriculture in Southern Africa. This informative volume will be key reading for those interested in agricultural science, African studies, rural studies, development studies and sustainability. It will also be a valuable resource for policymakers, governmental and nongovernmental organizations, and agricultural practitioners. This title has been made available as Open Access under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CCBY-NC-ND) license and can be accessed here: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/9780429401701