Agronomy and crop production Books

Book SynopsisAgrobiodiversity provides most of our food through our interaction with crops and domestic animals. Future global food security is firmly anchored in sound, science-based management of agrobiodiversity. This book presents key concepts of agrobiodiversity management, critically reviewing important current and emerging issues including agricultural development, crop introduction, practical diversity in farming systems, impact of modern crop varieties and GM crops, conservation, climate change, food sovereignty and policies. It also addresses claims and misinformation in the subject based on sound scientific principles.Table of Contents1: Agrobiodiversity revisited 2: Food security and agrobiodiversity management 3: Agrobiodiversity management and the development of agriculture 4: Crop introduction and agrobiodiversity management 5: Utilization of crop diversity for food security 6: Impact of introduction of modern varieties on crop diversity 7: Transgenics can enhance crop-diversity - under certain circumstances 8: Management of crop-associated biodiversity above-ground 9: Biodiversity and ecosystem functioning in the underground 10: Agrobiodiversity conservation policy: a 'Tragedy of Errors' 11: Can the International Assessment of Agricultural Knowledge, Science and Technology for Development (IAASTD) approach ensure future food security? 12: Agrobiodiversity management for climate change 13: Agricultural revolutions and their enemies: lessons for policy makers

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Book SynopsisFood legumes are important constituents of human and animal nutrition, supplying high quality proteins crucial for a balanced diet. These crops also play an important role in low-input agricultural production systems by fixing atmospheric nitrogen. Despite systematic and continuous breeding efforts by legume researchers all over the world, substantial genetic gains have not been achieved. These issues require immediate attention, and overall, a paradigm shift is needed in breeding strategies to strengthen our traditional crop improvement programs. To this end, Biology and Breeding of Food Legumes provides extensive information on their history, origin, evolution and botany, as well as breeding objectives and procedures, nutritional improvement, industrial uses, post-harvest technology and recent developments made through biotechnological intervention.Table of Contents1: History, Origin and Evolution 2: Domestication 3: Biology of Food Legumes 4: Breeding for Improvement of Cool Season Food Legumes 5: Breeding for Improvement of Warm Season Food Legumes 6: Distant Hybridization and Alien Gene Introgression 7: Polyploidy 8: Cytology and Molecular Cytogenetics 9: Molecular Cytogenetics in Physical Mapping of Genomes and Alien Introgressions 10: Micropropagation 11: Androgenesis and Doubled-Haploid Production in Food Legumes 12: Genetic Transformation 13: Male Sterility and Hybrid Production Technology 14: Mutagenesis 15: Breeding for Biotic Stresses 16: Breeding for Abiotic Stresses 17: Legume Improvement in Acidic and Less Fertile Soils 18: Molecular Breeding Approach in Managing Abiotic Stresses 19: Trait Mapping and Molecular Breeding 20: Improving Protein Content and Nutrition Quality 21: Underutilized Food Legumes: Potential for Multipurpose Uses 22: Legumes as a Model Plant Family 23: Plant Genetic Resources and Conservation of Biodiversity 24: Seed Dormancy and Viability 25: Postharvest Technology 26: Value Addition and International Trade

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Book SynopsisThe genetic variability that developed in plants during their evolution forms the basis of their domestication and breeding into the crops grown today for food, fuel and other industrial uses. This third edition of Plant Evolution and the Origin of Crop Species brings the subject up-to-date, with more emphasis on crop origins. Beginning with a description of the processes of evolution in native and cultivated plants, the book reviews the origins of crop domestication and their subsequent development over time. All major crop species are discussed, including cereals, protein plants, starch crops, fruits and vegetables, from their origins to conservation of their genetic resources for future development.Table of ContentsPart 1: Evolutionary Processes 1: Chromosome Structure and Genetic Variability 2: Assortment of Genetic Variability 3: The Multifactoral Genome 4: Polyploidy and Gene Duplication 5: Speciation Part 2: Agricultural Origins and Crop Evolution 6: Origins of Agriculture 7: The Dynamics of Plant Domestication 8: Cereal Grains 9: Protein Plants 10: Starchy Staples and Sugars 11: Fruits, Vegetables, Oils and Fibers 12: Postscript: Germplasm Resources a: Ex situ conservation b: In situ conservation

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Book Synopsis*Includes contributions from the key scientists working in the area *Provides a comprehensive overview of the latest research as well as making recommendations for how best to deal with future challenges *Has a wide and varied scope – covering policy, genetic diversity and improvement, sustainable productivity enhancement, innovations and value chainsTable of Contentsa: Foreword b: Acknowledgements c: Introduction Section 1: Rice in Africa: An Overview 1: From WARDA to AfricaRice: An Overview of Rice Research for Development Activities Conducted in Partnership in Africa 2: Africa’s Rice Economy Before and After the 2008 Rice Crisis 3: Estimation of Cultivated Area, Number of Farming Households and Yield for Major Rice-growing Environments in Africa 4: Farmer Perceptions of the Biophysical Constraints to Rice Production in Sub-Saharan Africa, and Potential Impact of Research Section 2: Rice Genetic Diversity and Improvement 5: A Continent-wide, Product-oriented Approach to Rice Breeding in Africa 6: Rice Varietal Release Systems in Africa 7: Diversity of Rice and Related Wild Species in Africa 8: Gene Flow in African Rice Farmers’ Fields 9: Making Rice Genomics Work for Africa 10: Unlocking the Oryza glaberrima Treasure for Rice Breeding in Africa 11: Rice Genetic Improvement for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Africa 12: Integration of Molecular Markers in Rice Improvement: A Case Study on Resistance to Rice yellow mottle virus 13: Hybrid Rice in Africa: Challenges and Prospects 14: Development of an Integrated Rice Seed Sector in Sub-Saharan Africa: Meeting the Needs of Farmers Section 3: Sustainable Productivity Enhancement 15: Towards a Better Understanding of Biophysical Determinants of Yield Gaps and the Potential for Expansion of the Rice Area in Africa 16: Managing Weeds of Rice in Africa 17: Managing the Major Diseases of Rice in Africa 18: Managing Insect Pests of Rice in Africa 19: Bird Damage to Rice in Africa: Evidence and Control 20: Increasing Rice Productivity through Improved Nutrient Use in Africa 21: Assessing and Improving Water Productivity of Irrigated Rice Systems in Africa 22: Inland Valleys: Africa’s Future Food Baskets Section 4: Rice Value Chain Development 23: Consumer Preferences for Rice in Africa 24: Tailoring African Rice Value Chains to Consumers 25: Improving Grain Quality of Locally Produced Rice in Africa 26: Developing Competitive Rice Value Chains 27: Mechanizing Africa’s Rice Sector Section 5: Working with Rice Communities 28: Integrating Gender Considerations in Rice Research for Development in Africa 29: Towards a New Approach for Understanding Interactions of Technology with Environment and Society in Small-scale Rice Farming 30: Innovative and Effective Ways to Enhance Rural Learning in Africa 31: Raising Rice Yields and Beyond: An Experience of Collective Learning and Innovation in Lowland Rice Systems in Madagascar Section 6: Rice in Africa: Looking Ahead 32: Impact of Rice Research on Income, Poverty and Food Security in Africa: An Ex-ante Analysis 33: Realizing Africa’s Rice Promise: Priorities for Action

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Book SynopsisDisease resistance is one of the major factors that can be improved to sustain yield potential in cultivated crops. This book looks at disease resistance in wheat, concentrating on all the economically important diseases - their economic impact and geographical spread, breeding for resistance, pathogen variability, resistance mechanisms and recent advances made on resistance genes. Newer strategies for identifying resistance genes and identify resistance mechanisms are discussed, including cloning, gene transfer and the use of genetically modified plants.Table of Contents1: Diseases in Wheat Crops - An Introduction 2: Stem Rust 3: Wheat Leaf Rust 4: Resistance to Stripe Rust in Wheat: Pathogen Biology Driving Resistance Breeding 5: Wheat Powdery Mildew 6: Wheat Resistance to Spot Blotch or Foliar Blight 7: Resistance Breeding for Tan Spot (Pyrenophora tritici-repentis) of Wheat 8: Resistance in Wheat to Septoria Diseases Caused by Mycosphaerella graminicola (Septoria tritici) and Phaeosphaeria (Stagonospora) nodorum 9: Resistance in Wheat to Loose Smut 10: Resistance in Wheat to Karnal Bunt 11: Common Bunt of Wheat: an Old Foe Remains a Current Threat 12: Resistance to Head Blight Caused by Fusarium spp. in Wheat 13: Resistance of Wheat to Viral Diseases 14: Flag Smut of Wheat: Pathogen Biology and Host Resistance 15: Resistance in Wheat to Nematode Diseases

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Book SynopsisA practical coverage of the principles of producing seeds for the main agricultural crops, this book emphasises producing optimal quality seed, and applies to small and large scale farms worldwide. Cereals such as wheats, rice, barley, rye and maize are covered along with pulses, legumes, oil seed rape and soybean. Coverage includes principles of production such as pollination, agronomy issues such as site selection and cultivar purity, seed processing, drying and storage. A focus on global food security is maintained throughout.Table of ContentsPART 1: PRINCIPLES 1.1: From Landrace to Modern Plant Breeding 1.2: Pollination, Types of Cultivar 1.3: Agronomy, Maintenance of Cultivar Purity and Organic Crops 1.4: Harvesting and Processing 1.5: Seed Storage 1.6: Seed Quality Control, Handling and Distribution PART 2: SEED PRODUCTION OF SPECIFIC CROPS 2.1: Gramineae - Self-fertilized Cereals 2.2: Gramineae - Cross-Fertilized Cereals 2.3: Gramineae - Temperate, Prairie and Tropical Grasses 2.4: Leguminosae - Temperate and Tropical Forage Legumes 2.5: Leguminosae - Pulse Crops 2.6: Edible Oilseed Crops 2.7: Forage Crops of Cruciferae and Chenopodiaceae 2.8: Amaranthaceae 3: Appendix: UPOV test guidelines 4: References 5: General Index 6: Index of Species

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Book SynopsisIn most developing countries, good quality seed is hard to obtain and farmers struggle to save seed from one year to the next. Instead, they increasingly turn to public or private enterprises that multiply, store and distribute seed. African Seed Enterprises takes a people-centred look at the companies, public agencies and family farms that are taking on this role and making a difference to food security across Africa. Case studies are arranged by country, and each chapter includes a profile of the agricultural and policy environment that surrounds these enterprises and affects their development. Each case is unique and presents its own set of lessons, and as a whole, this wide range of experiences is a rich source of data and ideas for future enterprise, offering valuable insights for policy makers, academics and non-governmental organizations throughout the world.Table of Contents1: Introduction: A full granary 2: How seed works 3: Cameroon: Revolving funds make a difference 4: Nigeria: Clustered seed companies 5: Mali: When government gives entrepreneurs room to grow 6: Guinea: Networks that work 7: The Gambia: Capturing the media 8: Morocco: The visible hand 9: Kenya: A company, a cooperative and a family 10: Uganda: Dreams of starting a company 11: Madagascar: coping with relief aid and politics 12: Conclusions 13: Acronyms and abbreviations 14: Glossary of terms

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Book SynopsisBased on the 2010 conference 'Towards the establishment of genetic reserves for crop wild relatives and landraces in Europe', this book is the cutting edge discussion of agrobiodiversity conservation. By considering the benefits of understanding and preserving crop wild relatives and landraces, it encompasses issues as wide-ranging and topical as habitat protection, ecosystem health and food security. Focusing on Europe, but globally relevant, Agrobiodiversity Conservation is ideal for postgraduate students of conservation and environmental studies, conservation professionals, policy makers and researchers.Table of ContentsPreface: Preface Acknowledgements: Acknowledgements Part I: Genetic reserve conservation of crop wild relatives 1: Genetic reserve conservation of European crop wild relative and landrace diversity 2: In situ conservation of crop wild relatives: a strategy for identifying priority genetic reserve sites 3: Spatial and ecogeographical approaches for selecting genetic reserves in Europe 4: The challenges of modelling species distribution: a case study of wild cherry (Prunus avium L.) in Europe 5: Towards the establishment of a genetic reserve for Beta patula Aiton 6: Beta patula Aiton: genetic diversity analysis 7: Assessing Genetic Reserves in Sicily (Italy): the Brassica Wild Relatives Case Study 8: The AEGRO Brassica Case Study 9: Surveying and conserving European Avena species diversity 10: Quality standards for genetic reserve conservation of crop wild relatives 11: Conservation of biodiversity and genetic resources in semi-natural grasslands in Norway 12: Effective conservation of Medicago Crop Wild Relatives in Russia and neighbouring countries: gap analysis points the way forward 13: Towards in situ conservation of crop wild relatives in Lithuania 14: In situ conservation of Crocus cartwrightianus in Cyclades and Crete Part II: On-farm conservation of landraces 15: Landraces: importance and use in breeding and environmentally friendly agronomic systems 16: Landraces in Europe: an approach towards identifying landrace rich areas as a priority for protection 17: On-farm conservation of the forage species timothy, meadow fescue and red clover: generation of new landraces in Norway 18: On-farm conservation and participatory maize breeding in Portugal: an overview 19: Farm seed opportunities, recommendations for on farm conservation in Europe 20: Portuguese landraces: on-farm conservation, management and use 21: What's in a name: a closer look at heritage variety definition 22: On-farm conservation of plant genetic resources in Lazio Region - Italy. Implementation of the Regional Act 1st March 2000 n°15" 23: On-farm conservation in industrialized countries: a way to promote dynamic management of biodiversity within agro-ecosystems 24: A second look at the European strategic approach to conserving crop landraces Part III: Priority setting and threat assessment 25: Comparing genetic diversity within a crop and its wild progenitor: a case study for barley 26: Using neutral genetic diversity to prioritise crop wild relative populations: a Portuguese endemic case study for Dianthus cintranus subsp. barbatu 27: The challenge of in situ conservation of crop wild relatives in the biotechnology era - A case study of wild rice species 28: European crop wild relative threat assessment: knowledge gained and lessons learnt Part IV: In situ data management 29: Documentation landscape for Plant Genetic Resources - focus on in situ and on-farm 30: Crop wild relatives in Brandenburg, Germany: establishing a system for reporting and monitoring for the in situ conservation of crop wild relatives 31: Population level information management for crop wild relatives 32: Development of an in situ database inventory - on the way to a Swiss solution for forages Part V: In situ PGR conservation: policy implications and implementation 33: The role of EURISCO in promoting use of agricultural biodiversity 34: SWOT analysis of the German seed savers sector 35: Achievements of the European Native Seed Conservation Network - ENSCONET 36: Medicinal and Aromatic Plants ECPGR Working Group: objectives and achievements Part VI: Invited additional papers 37: A community divided: lessons from the conservation of crop wild relatives around the world 38: Interactive characterization of Scottish Avena strigosa schreb. landraces on the Outer Hebrides 39: Modern landrace crops: the de novo synthesis of new crop landraces 40: Ecological strategies for crop plants and their wild relatives 41: AEGIS: a regionally based approach to PGR conservation 42: European on farm conservation activities: an update from six countries 43: Current and future threats and opportunities facing European crop wild relative and landrace diversity 44: Index

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Book SynopsisProviding comprehensive coverage on biofuel crop production and the technological, environmental and resource issues associated with a sustainable biofuel industry, this book is ideal for researchers and industry personnel. Beginning with an introduction to biofuels and the challenges they face, the book then includes detailed coverage on crops of current importance or with high future prospects, including sections on algae, sugar crops and grass, oil and forestry species. The chapters focus on the genetics, breeding, cultivation, harvesting and handling of each crop.Table of ContentsPART I: GENERAL Chapter 1: Biofuels in History Chapter 2: Status, Innovations and Challenges of Next Generation Biofuel Technologies PART II: ALGAE Chapter 3: Microalgae Taxonomy and Breeding Chapter 4: Physiology, Biochemistry and Genetics of Microalgal Growth and Lipid Production Chapter 5: Algae Cultivation of Microalgae for Biofuel Production Part III: PLANTS Chapter 6: Physiology and Genetics of Biofuel Crop Yield Chapter 7: Deconstructing Plant Biomass: Cell Wall Structure and Novel Manipulation Strategies Chapter 8: Sugarcane and Energycane Chapter 9: Sweet Sorghum - Genetics, Breeding and Commercialization Chapter 10: Switchgrass Chapter 11: Miscanthus Species Chapter 12: Arundo donax Chapter 13: Elephant Grass Chapter 14: Bast and Leaf Fibre Crops (Kenaf, Hemp, Jute, Agave etc.) Chapter 15: Jatroph (Jatropha curcas L.) Chapter 16: Oilseed Brassicas Chapter17: Camelina (Camelina sativa) Chapter 18: Oil Palm Chapter 19: Willow Chapter 20: Pines Chapter 21: Eucalyptus and Bamboo Chapter 22: Phytoremediation Trees for Biofuel Chapter 23: Lignocellulossic Feedstock Preparation by Size Reduction and Pretreatment Appendix I: Energy and related units Appendix II: Botanical names

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Book SynopsisAt a time when the world's food supplies are increasingly unable to meet the needs of a burgeoning population, the subject matter of this book has never been more relevant. At the same time, there is significant diversity of opinion concerning the benefits and perceived dangers of the applications of biotechnology in food production. To help inform this debate, the aim of Plants, Biotechnology & Agriculture is to provide the reader with a comprehensive yet concise overview of plants as both biological organisms and useful resources for people to exploit. The first half of the book gives a basic overview of plant biology including how plants develop and respond to their environment, acting as a primer for those without a biology background and a refresher for students of plant biology and agriculture. These chapters set the scene for an outline of human exploitation of plants, from domestication to scientific manipulation. The complex technologies now being applied to improving crops are then described, guiding the reader through the extensive terminologies and jargon, using focus boxes to illustrate key processes and issues. The final two chapters address society's response to biotechnology, how these technologies are being modified in response to public concerns, and new technologies being developed to meet the challenges of rapid population growth, depletion of non-renewable resources and climate change.Table of ContentsPart I: Plants and their Genomes 1: Plants and their Exploitation by People 2: Photosynthesis and the Evolution of Plants 3: Plant Molecular Genetics and Genomics Part II: How Plants Function 4: Plant Metabolism 5: Plant Organization and Development 6: Plant Responses to the Environment Part III: How Plants are Manipulated 7: Domestication and the Empirical Exploitation of Plants 8: The Scientific Manipulation of Plants 9: Crop Improvement in the 20th Century Part IV: Plants, Society and the Future 10: Plant Biotechnologies in the 21st Century 11: Social Context of Plant Biotechnologies 12: Future Challenges for Plant Biotechnology

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Book SynopsisIncreasing food prices have renewed concerns about long-run agricultural demand and supply in the global economy. This book looks at results, methods, and data on international agricultural productivity for a better understanding of long-run trends and the policies that determine them. By presenting an international assessment of total factor productivity growth in agriculture, including up-to-date empirical analysis for developed and developing countries and regions, it provides a response to the rising global scarcity of agricultural production. Essential reading for researchers, policy makers and students.Table of Contents1: Introduction to Productivity Growth in Agriculture Part I: Agricultural Productivity in Developed and Transition Countries 2: Accounting for the Impact of Local Public Goods in U.S. Agricultural Productivity Growth 3: A Production Account for Canadian Agriculture, 1961-2006 4: Measuring Productivity of the Australian Broadacre and Dairy Industries 5: Agricultural Productivity in the Transition Economies of the Former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe 6: Is Agricultural Productivity Growth Slowing in Western Europe? Part II: Agricultural Productivity in Asia and Latin America 7: Total Factor Productivity in Brazilian Agriculture 8: Chinese Regional Agricultural Productivity: 1994-2005 9: Structural Transformation and Productivity in Indian Agriculture 10: Shifting Sources of Agricultural Growth in Indonesia: A Regional Analysis 11: Total Factor Productivity in Thai Agriculture: Measurement and Determinants Part III: Agricultural Productivity in Africa 12: R&D and Agricultural Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa 13: Policy Changes and the Recovery of Agricultural Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa 14: South African Agricultural Productivity and Investment Patterns Part IV: Global Perspectives on Agricultural Productivity 15: Fixed Capital in Agriculture and its Contribution to Growth 16: Productivity Growth in the Global Agricultural Economy and the Role of Technology Capital Part I: Global Perspectives on Agricultural Productivity 1: Productivity Growth in the Global Agricultural Economy and the Role of Technology Capital 2: Fixed Capital in Agriculture and its Contribution to Growth Part II: Agricultural Productivity in Developed Countries 3: Accounting for the Impact of Local Public Goods in U.S. Agricultural Productivity Growth Productivity Growth 4: A Production Account for Canadian Agriculture, 1961-2006 5: Measuring Productivity of the Australian Broadacre and Dairy Industries Part III: Agricultural Productivity in Asia and Latin America 6: Growth and Productivity in Argentine Agriculture 7: Total Factor Productivity in Brazilian Agriculture 8: Chinese Regional Agricultural Productivity: 1994-2005 9: Shifting Sources of Agricultural Growth in Indonesia: a Regional Analysis 10: Total Factor Productivity in Thai Agriculture: Measurement and Determinants Part IV: Agricultural Productivity in Africa 11: South African Agricultural Productivity and Investment Patterns 12: Policy Changes and the Recovery of Agricultural Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa 13: R&D and Agricultural Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa 14: Productivity and Growth in Tunisian Agriculture Part V: Synopsis 15: Causes and Consequences of Agricultural Productivity Growth: Synthesis and Conclusions

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Book SynopsisMites pose a serious problem to plants worldwide, attacking crops and spreading disease. When mites damage crops of economic importance the impacts can be felt globally. Mites are among the most diverse and successful of invertebrates, with over 45,000 described species, with many more thousands to be discovered. They are responsible for a significant portion of the losses of crops for food, fibre, industry and other purposes, and require expensive and often controversial pest control measures. Understanding these mites is vital for entomologists, pest researchers, agronomists and food producers. Knowledge of mite pests helps to inform control strategies and optimize the production of economic plants and the agrarian economy. This encyclopedia provides a thorough coverage of the mites and the problems they cause to crops, yet it is easily searchable, organised by mite species and subdivided into helpful headings. It takes a worldwide view of the issue of mites injurious to economic plants, describing mites prevalent in different regions and discussing control methods appropriate in different environments. This book provides an encyclopaedic reference to the major mites, described by family in terms of their internal and external morphology, bio-ecology and family systematics. Methods of mite collection and laboratory study is described, as well as species diagnostic characteristics, worldwide distribution, host plants, identification by the type of damage they cause and control strategies, including chemical and biological intervention and integrated pest management measures. Mites of the following families are included: (Eriophyoidea, Tarsonemidae, Tuckerellidae, Tenuipalpidae, Tetranychidae, Acaridae, Penthaleidae). The Handbook of Mites of Economic Plants is an important resource for students of entomology and crop production, and as a thorough reference guide for researchers and field workers involved with mites, crop damage and food production.Trade ReviewA precious work from an acarological point of view. Dr. Vacante has put together the best world literature on Eriophyids of economical importance... He is to be highly praised for it. --Carlos H.W. Flechtmann"Table of ContentsPART I: INTRODUCTION 1: Introduction to the Acari 2: External Morphology 3: Internal Morphology 4: Biology 5: Ecology 6: Collecting and Detecting, Preserving, Preparing and Rearing 7: Mites and Plant Damage 8: Mites as Biocontrol Agents of Weeds 9: Control 10: Brief History of the Main Published Works on the Mites of Economic Plants 11: Classification of and Key for the Identification of Major Taxa PART II: MITES INJURIOUS TO ECONOMIC PLANTS 12: The Family Histiostomatidae Berlese 13: The Family Acaridae Latreille 14: The Family Erythraeidae Robineau-Desvoidy 15: The Family Penthaleidae Oudemans 16: The Family Eriophyidae Nalepa 17: The Family Phytoptidae Murray 18: The Family Diptilomiopidae Keifer 19: The Family Tuckerellidae Baker et Pritchard 20: The Family Tetranychidae Donnadieu 21: The Family Tenuipalpidae Berlese 22: The Family Tarsonemidae Canestrini et Fanzago 23: Minor Families

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Book SynopsisThis book is the first comprehensive assemblage of contemporary knowledge relevant to genomics and other omics in date palm. Volume 2 consists of 11 chapters. Part I, Nutritional and Pharmaceuticals Properties, covers the utilization of date palm as an ingredient of various food products, a source of bioactive compounds and the production of nanomaterials. Part II, Omics Technologies, addresses omics resources, proteomics and metabolomics. Part III, Molecular Breeding and Genome Modification, focuses on genetic improvement technologies based on mutagenesis, quantitative traits loci and genome editing. Part IV, Genomics of Abiotic and Biotic Stress, covers metagenomics of beneficial microbes to enhance tolerance to abiotic stress and the various genomics advances as they apply to insect control. This volume represents the efforts of 34 international scientists from 12 countries and contains 65 figures and 19 tables to illustrate presented concepts. Volume 1 is published under the title: Phylogeny, Biodiversity and Mapping. Table of Contents

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Book SynopsisPlants, being sessile and autotrophic in nature, must cope with challenging environmental aberrations and therefore have evolved various responsive or defensive mechanisms including stress sensing mechanisms, antioxidant system, signaling pathways, secondary metabolites biosynthesis, and other defensive pathways among which accumulation of osmolytes or osmo-protectants is an important phenomenon. Osmolytes with organic chemical nature termed as compatible solutes are highly soluble compounds with no net charge at physiological pH and nontoxic at higher concentrations to plant cells. Compatible solutes in plants involve compounds like proline, glycine betaine, polyamines, trehalose, raffinose family oligosaccharides, fructans, gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA), and sugar alcohols playing structural, physiological, biochemical, and signaling roles during normal plant growth and development. The current and sustaining problems of climate change and increasing world population has challenged global food security. To feed more than 9 billion, the estimated population by 2050, the yield of major crops needs to be increased 1.1–1.3% per year, which is mainly restricted by the yield ceiling. A major factor limiting the crop yield is the changing global environmental conditions which includes drought, salinity and extreme temperatures and are responsible for a reduction of crop yield in almost all the crop plants. This condition may worsen with a decrease in agricultural land or the loss of potential crop yields by 70%. Therefore, it is a challenging task for agricultural scientists to develop tolerant/resistant varieties against abiotic stresses. The development of stress tolerant plant varieties through conventional breeding is very slow due to complex multigene traits. Engineering compatible solutes biosynthesis by deciphering the mechanism behind the abiotic tolerance or accumulation in plants cell is a potential emerging strategy to mitigate adverse effects of abiotic stresses and increase global crop production. However, detailed information on compatible solutes, including their sensing/signaling, biosynthesis, regulatory components, underlying biochemical mechanisms, crosstalk with other signaling pathways, and transgenic development have not been compiled into a single resource. Our book intends to fill this unmet need, with insight from recent advances in compatible solutes research on agriculturally important crop plants.Table of Contents1. Recent advances in plant adaptation to climate change – An introduction to compatible solutes2. Osmosensing and signaling in plants - Potential role in crop improvement under climate change3. Amino acids other than proline and their participation in abiotic stress tolerance4. Engineering glycine betaine biosynthesis in alleviating abiotic stress effects in plants5. Improvement of abiotic stress tolerance by modulating polyamine pathway in crop plants6. Engineering fructan biosynthesis against abiotic stress7. The γ-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) towards abiotic stress tolerance8. Sugar alcohols and osmotic stress adaptation in plants9. Crosstalk of compatible solutes with other signalling pathways in plants10. Effect and importance of compatible solutes in plant growth promotion under different stress conditions11. Compatible solute engineering: An approach for plant growth under climate change

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Book SynopsisOver the last few decades, various techniques have been developed to alter the properties of plants and animals. While the targeted transfer of recombinant DNA into crop plants remains a valuable tool to achieve a desirable breeding outcome, integration of transgenes into the host genome has been random, which in part, leads to reduced acceptance of GMOs by the general population in some parts of the world. Likewise, methods of induced mutagenesis, such as TILLING, have the disadvantage that many mutations are induced per plant, which has to be removed again by expensive backcrossing. Advances in genome sequencing have provided more and more information on differences between susceptible and resistant varieties, which can now be directly targeted and modified using CRISPR/Cas9 technology. By selecting specific gRNAs occurrence of off-target modifications are comparatively low. ZFNs and TALENs- based approaches required re-engineering a new set of assembled polypeptides for every new target site for each experiment. The difficulty in cloning and protein engineering prevented these tools from being broadly adopted by the scientific community. Compared to these technologies, designing the CRISPR toolbox is much simpler and more flexible. CRISPR/Cas9 is versatile, less expensive and highly efficient. It has become the most widely used technology for genome editing in many organisms.Since its inception as a powerful genome-editing tool in late 2012, this breakthrough technology has completely changed how science is performed. The first few chapters in this book introduce the basic concept, design and implementation of CRISPR/Cas9 for different plant systems. They are followed by in-depth discussions on the legal and bio-safety issues accompanying commercialization and patenting of this emerging technology. Lastly, this book covers emerging areas of new tools and potential applications. We believe readers, novice and expert alike, will benefit from this all-in-one resource on genome editing for crop improvement.Chapter 17 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.Table of Contents S.No Tentative Chapter Title Author Details Genome engineering as a tool for enhancing crop traits: Lessons from CRISPR/Cas9 Tariq Shah and Aziz Khan* College of Agriculture, Guangxi University, Nanning, China Email: azizkhanturlandi@gmail.com Commercialization of CRISPR derived Crops: Current Status and future prospects Dr. Martin A Lema Universidad Nacional de Quilmes, Roque Sáenz Peña 180, B1876BXD Bernal, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Email: mlema@unq.edu.ar Targeted allele recombination for precise mapping in plant breeding Dr. Eyal Fridman Department of vegetables and field crops, Institute of Plant Science, Agricultural Research Organization, The Volcani Center, Rishon LeZion 7505101, Israel Email: fridmane@volcani.agri.gov.il Hindex: 28 Applications of gene drive for weeds and pest management using CRISPR/CAS9 system in plants Dr. Kathleen Hefferon Food Science and Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA Email: klh22@cornell.edu Hindex: 14 Genome editing by Ribonucleorotein based delivery of CAS9 system in plants Karina Morales, Michael J. Thomson Professor and HM Beachell Endowed Chair in International Rice Improvement Dept. of Soil and Crop Sciences, Texas A&M University / Texas A&M AgriLife Research 370 Olsen Blvd., 2474 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-2474 Email: email: m.thomson@tamu.edu Hindex: 28 Virus mediated delivery of CRISPR/CAS9 system in plants Dr. Monika Bansal, Women scientist-A (completed) School of Agricultural biotechnology, Punjab Agricultural university, Ludhiana Dr. Shabir Hussain Wani Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, J&K, India Email:shabirhwani@skuastkashmir.ac.in Hindex: 24 Epigenetic and chromosomal Rearrangements in genome editing Neha Goel (Ph.D.) Genetics and Tree Improvement Forest Research Institute, Dehradun Email:goelneha6@gmail.con Dr. Shabir Hussain Wani Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, J&K, India Email:shabirhwani@skuastkashmir.ac.in Hindex: 24 Multiplexed genome editing in plants for improvement of various traits using CRISPR/CAS9 based system Dr. Goetz Hensel Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK) Plant Reproductive Biology Corrensstr. 3 D-06466 Seeland/OT Gatersleben GERMANY Email: hensel@ipk-gatersleben.de Hindex: 33 Application of CRISPR CAS9 for regulation of epigenetic traits in plants Abdullah Makhzoum Department of Biological Sciences and Biotechnology, Botswana International University of Science and Technology, Palapye, Botswana; Correspondenceabmakhzoum@gmail.com Hindex: 10 New Cas9 Variants and other nucleases broadening the scope of CRISPR Toolbox Dr. Goetz Hensel Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK) Plant Reproductive Biology Corrensstr. 3 D-06466 Seeland/OT Gatersleben GERMANY Email: hensel@ipk-gatersleben.de Hindex: 33 Transgene free genome editing in plants using CRISPR/CAS9 Dr. Niaz Ahmad Dr. Penny Hundleby Department of Crop Genetics, John Innes Centre, Norwich Research Park, Norwich NR4 7UH, UK Email: penny.hundleby@jic.ac.uk Prof. Mehboob Rahman Group Leader Plant genomics & Mol. Breeding Lab, National Institute for Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering (NIBGE), PO Box 577, Jhang Road, Faisalabad, Pakistan. Email: mehboob_pbd@yahoo.com H index 23 Genome editing in plants for improvement of resistance in plants against fungal and viral pathogens Dr. Kathleen Hefferon Food Science and Technology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, USA Email: klh22@cornell.edu H index 14 Characterization of gene edited crops via metabolomics. Dr. Muhammad Qudrat Ullah Farooqi School of Agriculture and Environment; Faculty of Science The University of Western Australia, Perth WA 6009 Australia Email: muhammadqudratullah.farooqi@uwa.edu.au Genome editing in plants for improvement of resistance in plants against bacterial pathogen Dr. Rajesh Mehrotra Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS-Pilani), Rahashthan, India Email: rmehrotra@pilani.bits-pilani.ac.in Dr. Purvalohan Bhalothia Email: purvalohan@gmail.com H index 16 Improvement of resistance in plants against Insect-pest using genome editing tools Dr Sandeep Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, KU SSJ Campus, Almora, Uttarakhand,India Email: sandeep.ento@gmail.com Comparing the efficiency of different delivery methods of CRISPR/CAS9 toolkits into plants Dr Ananda Sarkar National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), Jawaharlal Nehru University Campus, Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi, Delhi, 110067, India Email:aksarkar@nipgr.ac.in Hindex 17 Recent trends in targeting genome editing of tomato for abiotic stress tolerance Dr. P. Hima Kumari, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, 500085 phimakumari@gmail.com Genome editing approaches for improving nitrogen use efficiency and deciphering mineral nutrient homeostasis Viswanathan Chinnusamy Principal Scientist & Head Division of Plant Physiology ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India Email: viswa_iari@hotmail.com Hindex : 37 Recent advances and application of CRISPR base editors for improvement of various traits in crops Dr Seema Pradhan and Dr Ajay Parida, Director, Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar, India Email: drajayparida@gmail.com, director@ils.res.in Dr. Seema Pradhan Email: seemapradhan3@gmail.com CRISPR/Cas9-mediated targeted mutagenesis in medicinal plants Dr. Rohit Joshi Division of Biotechnology, CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, 176061, India Email: joshirohit6@gmail.com H-index: 17 Biosafety issue related to genome editing in plants using CRISPR-Cas9 Dr. Ramesh Katam Department of Biological Sciences, Florida A&M University, Tallahassee, FL 32307, USA Email: ramesh.katam@gmail.com 22 IPR and regulatory issues in Genome editing in plants. 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Book SynopsisThis volume discusses the nutraceutical importance, production technologies, management and cultivation practices of underutilized vegetables, which can be described as those vegetable crops which are neither grown commercially on a large scale nor traded widely. While much of the crops addressed in the book are cultivated, traded and consumed at the local level, there are over 60 species of minor vegetables with high growth and yield potentials that are not cultivated to a large extent for greater populations. This work highlights the production technologies needed to grow these vegetables on a larger scale and under various adverse soil and climatic conditions, and their nutritional and medical benefits to assist with food security, health and poverty alleviation in rural areas. Production of underutilized vegetables is low, due to the unavailability of planting material, lack of awareness about the nutritional and medicinal importance among the farmers and inadequate information on the production techniques of these crops. In this context, there is an urgent need to take up a program on genetic resources exploration, management, utilization, and improvement of underutilized vegetable crops to ensure food and nutritional security. Readers will learn about these technologies and practices, while also learning about the unique properties and benefits of these underutilized vegetables. The book will be useful for academicians and researchers focusing on vegetable production and breeding, as well as farmers and sustainability scientists looking for underexplored sources of nutrition to benefit large rural populations.Table of Contents1-Underutilized vegetables introduction and identification.- 2-Production technology of underutilized crops of alliaceae family.- 3-Production technology of underutilized leguminous vegetables.- 4-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of araceae family.- 5-Production technology of underutilized cucurbitaceous.- 6-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of rutaceae family.- 7-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of dioscoreace family.- 8-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of Aizoaceae family.- 9-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of basellaceae family.- 10-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of labitae family.- 11-Production nology of underutilized vegetables of martynaceae family.- 12-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of solanaceae family.- 13-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of apiaceae family.- 14-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of brassicaceae family.- 15-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of chenopodiaceae family.- 16-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of compositae family.- 17-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of euphorbiaceae family.- 18-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of moringaceae family.- 19-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of polygonaceae family.- 20-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of moraceae family.- 21-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of onagraceae family.- 22-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of portulaceae family.- 23-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of cannaceae family.- 24-Production technology of underutilized vegetables of marantaceae family.- 25-Protected cultivation of underutilized vegetables.- 26-Seed production of underutilized vegetables.- 27-Integrated disease management of underutilized vegetables.- 28-Integrated pest management of underutilized vegetables.- 29-Underutelized vegetables are grown in the Hydroponic and aeroponic system.- 30-Sustainable production of underutilized vegetables.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides case studies on cultivating alternative crops and presents new cropping systems in many regions of the world. It focusses on new emerging research topics aiming to study all aspects of adaptation under several stresses including agricultural, environmental, biological and socioeconomic issues. The book also provides operational and practical solutions for scientists, producers, technology developers and managers to succeed the cultivation of new alternative crops and, consequently, to achieve food security.Many regions in the world are suffering from water scarcity, soil and water salinization and climate change. These conditions make it difficult to achieve food security by cultivating conventional crops. A renaissance of interest for producing alternative crops under water scarcity and water salinization has been, therefore, implemented primarily among small-scale producers, researchers and academics.The use of alternative crops (quinoa, amaranth, legume crops, halophytes, …etc.) may provide some environmental benefits such as valorization of salt-affected soils, reduced pesticide application, enhanced soil and water quality and promotion of wildlife diversity. This also may provide some economic benefits such as providing the opportunity for producers to take advantage of new markets and premium prices, spreading the economic risk and strengthening local economies and communities. Furthermore, alternative crops are often rich in proteins and minerals, and even some of them are Gluten free (quinoa). This reflects their importance to achieve food security in quantity and quality scale. The year 2013 was exceptional for alternative crops as it was the international year of quinoa celebrated by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This reflects the importance of research conducted on quinoa and other alternative crops in many regions of the world. Table of Contents

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Book SynopsisWorldwide, plantations are key economic institutions of the modern era. From an environmental perspective, they are also the settings for some of the most powerful, consequential, and frequently destructive modes of production ever to have existed. This volume assembles essays on commodities as diverse as coffee, cotton, rubber, apples, oranges, and tobacco, to provide an overview of plantation systems from Latin America to New Zealand that exposes the many dimensions of environmental history incorporated in these robust institutions. The global history of plantation systems not only highlights the great institutional resilience of our modern monocultures, but also the price that humans and environments have paid for them.

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Book SynopsisNanotechnology refers to the study of manipulating materials on a molecular and atomic scale. This field deals with particles sized between 1 and 100 nanometers, and its unique properties make it applicable in almost all areas. The wide range of applications in nanotechnology highlights its significance in our daily lives. Nanoscience and technology offer innovative solutions to critical issues, benefiting humanity. As such, it is crucial for students, research scholars, and scientists to understand the fundamentals of nano science and technology. The properties of nanomaterials play a vital role in determining their proper application in various fields of science and technology. This book aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the basic principles of nano science and technology to help them prepare for future advancements.

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Book SynopsisIn this present work, the authors have made an effort to compile information regarding the various aspects of floriculture and landscaping, including their morphological, taxonomical, and economic significance. This information is presented in a glossary format, complete with illustrations and photographs. The book is expected to be a valuable resource for students and researchers in the field of horticulture, landscaping, and botany, as it brings together information that was previously scattered across various sources.

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Book SynopsisSeeds are truly remarkable in that they are miniature representations of the entire plant, containing the entire tree structure within their skin, and are capable of thriving in optimal conditions. Throughout history, seeds have played a critical role in agriculture, from nomadic farming to precision farming, and they are now utilized in a wide range of applications, including food, decoration, cosmetics, medicine, and pharmaceuticals, among others. This book, which includes descriptions and photographs of seeds for over 75 tree and plant species commonly used in forestry programs, is an invaluable resource for students, field personnel, and anyone else interested in forest nursery activities. The book covers seed phenology, distribution, and basic seed handling techniques, making it a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to learn more about tree and plant seeds. With this book, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the physiochemical and biological properties of seeds and how they can be harnessed for various purposes.

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Book SynopsisThe rich variety of life on Earth is a breathtaking culmination of natural evolution, with all natural ecosystems and cultivated lands teeming with biodiversity. This diverse array of flora and fauna is essential for a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable biosphere. The book Biodiversity: Concepts, Crises and Conservation is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to the subject, written by a renowned academician, expert, and celebrated author. It covers all aspects of biological diversity, from conception to recognition, discovery, and practical conservation for future generations. The book is structured to provide mental agility exercises for students across multiple disciplines, including life sciences, biological sciences, environmental sciences, agricultural sciences, geography, and natural resource management. It is also a useful resource for planners, policy-makers, environmental activists, government, and non-government organizations. The book delves into emerging concepts, ongoing crises, and potential conservation tactics of biodiversity, and it is composed in a textbook style that is both enriching and innovation-disrupting. It presents magnificent scenarios of agrobiodiversity, pedo-biodiversity, and biodiversity in chemosynthesis-based communities, as well as examining biodiversity-climate links and discussing the vital biodiversity-sustainability relationships. The book elucidates biodiversity-based sustainability principles and provides operationalization techniques. The book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand and conserve the rich diversity of life on Earth.

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Book SynopsisThis book is divided into two main sections: Part-I, which focuses on General Considerations, and Part-II, which covers Production Technology. Part-I comprises a chapter that provides an overview of the subject matter, while Part-II is divided into six sections, each of which covers the production technology of 21 temperate vegetables, including cole crops, bulb crops, root crops, fabaceous vegetables, leafy vegetables, and perennial vegetables. Each crop is detailed in terms of cultivar selection, climate and soil requirements, sowing time and rate, field preparation and planting, spacing, nutrient management, water and weed management, use of chemicals and growth regulators, intercultural practices, crop protection, harvesting, yield, and post-harvest handling and marketing. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to beginners in the field. It is also accompanied by tables and photographs, and questions are included at the end of each chapter for outcomes assessment purposes. Overall, this book is an invaluable resource for students, field personnel, and anyone interested in forest nursery activities.

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Book SynopsisIn contemporary times, crop improvement has emerged as a multidisciplinary domain of agriculture. This book, entitled Breeding, Biotechnology, and Seed Production of Field Crops, places emphasis on the principles, methods, and practices of plant breeding, biotechnology in crop improvement, and seed production of field crops. This book has been written for a diverse audience, including learners, educators, and staff members of the seed industry. It holds particular significance for postgraduate students specializing in plant breeding and seed science. The content has been designed according to the syllabus recommended by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research for postgraduate students at various agricultural universities across the country. The book is divided into two main sections: i) Principles of crop breeding, and ii) Methods and practices of crop improvement and seed production for individual field crops. It contains a total of 18 chapters, with the first three chapters focusing on basic principles, and the remaining chapters detailing the methods and practices for individual crops. We hope that this book will be a valuable resource for advanced undergraduate students pursuing plant breeding as an elective, postgraduate students who have chosen plant breeding as their area of specialization, teachers, researchers, and staff members of private seed companies in this field.

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an extensive overview of the standard methodologies utilized in examining the effects of climate change on agriculture. It presents methodologies for measuring and constructing inventories of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as for analyzing vulnerabilities and potential mitigation strategies. The books content is written in a straightforward and clear manner, allowing researchers to easily apply the methodologies in field studies. The book is organized into four sections, with individual chapters dedicated to topics such as the quantification of climate change impacts on crops in controlled and field conditions, the effects of climate change on water resources, soil fertility, erosion, and carbon sequestration, as well as the impacts on insects, pests, weeds, microbes, and diseases. The first section discusses recent mitigation strategies developed by scientists to reduce the effects of climate change and promote sustainable agriculture through various means, such as the use of markers in the development of climate-resilient varieties. The second section focuses on conservation agriculture and mitigation strategies, as well as the use of biofertilizers to support sustainable agricultural practices. The third section examines the impact of climate change on pest scenarios across crops and offers insights into potential pest avoidance strategies. The final section discusses agroforestry and how it can help minimize the effects of climate change. The book concludes with a discussion on the impact of climate change on crop and livestock sectors, as well as strategies for mitigation and adaptation. The role of ICT and extension agencies in policy-making and technology dissemination is also addressed.

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Book SynopsisHorticulture has emerged as a significant component of contemporary agriculture, and there are several new areas that are being explored within this field. Originally, horticulture was limited to the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and postharvest technology. However, it has since expanded to encompass additional areas such as disease, breeding, pathology, physiology, greenhouse technologies, and other topics that were previously unknown. To address these evolving topics, the Hi-Tech Horticulture book series has been developed with the input of esteemed professors and scientists.

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Book SynopsisAgronomy is a fundamental subject in the field of agricultural sciences, and a solid understanding of its principles is essential for building a strong foundation in agricultural education. Unfortunately, many students who enroll in agriculture degree programs at universities have little to no exposure to crops and crop production. It is therefore crucial to introduce beginners to the meaning, scope, and principles of agronomy. The following topics should be covered in an introduction to agronomy: agriculture, the meaning and scope of agronomy, its importance, the history of agricultural development in the country and elsewhere, factors affecting plant growth, manures and fertilizers, and the principles of agronomy, including soil management, crop management, weed management, problematic soil management, cropping systems, planting material selection, and their treatment, explained in simple language.

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Book SynopsisVegetable production in our country is primarily reliant on locally available genotypes or open-pollinated varieties, which have low yields and are susceptible to insect pests and diseases. This situation is largely due to the lack of knowledge and poor extension services among farmers. To address this issue, it is essential to cultivate vegetable hybrids that can increase productivity and quality. The development of hybrids from existing varieties not only boosts productivity but also helps to overcome various challenges faced by farmers. To achieve these goals, the authors have made an effort to provide information on the development of vegetable hybrids, including both theoretical and practical aspects, in the form of a book titled Heterosis Breeding in Vegetable Crops. This publication contains 17 chapters organized into two sections. The first section includes 10 chapters that cover the theoretical aspects of heterosis, such as the introduction to heterosis, the basis of heterosis, commercial exploitation of heterosis, reproduction, pollen, and pollen biotechnology, population improvement of parents/hybrids, genetic purity testing of hybrids, hybrid variety testing and release procedures in India, biotechnology, and vegetable improvement, intellectual property rights related issues in hybrid technology, and economics, import, and export. The second section consists of seven chapters that focus on practical aspects of hybrid seed production, such as solanaceous crops (tomato, brinjal, chilli, and bell pepper), malvaceous crops (okra), cole crops (cabbage and cauliflower), cucurbitaceous crops (bitter gourd, bottle gourd, cucumber, muskmelon, watermelon, pumpkin, ridged, and smooth gourd), root crops (carrot), bulb crops (onion), and hints for hybrid cultivation. All the chapters include references, illustrations, and tables, and the publication also contains the characteristics of national released hybrids with colored photographs. This book would be useful to teachers, scientists, students, extension workers, the vegetable industry, and farmers in our country.

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Book SynopsisAre you prepared to embark on a transformative journey that will redefine your future? Look no further than Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit, a groundbreaking guidebook that will empower you to conquer the world of business and fulfill your wildest dreams. In todays dynamic and ever-evolving marketplace, entrepreneurship has become a beacon of opportunity, where individuals can carve their own paths, innovate, and create meaningful impact. Whether youre an aspiring entrepreneur or an established business owner seeking fresh insights, this book is your roadmap to unlocking your full potential and seizing the opportunities that lie ahead. Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit goes beyond conventional business advice by delving into the core principles that drive successful entrepreneurs, exploring the power of resilience, adaptability, and innovation. From mastering the art of strategic planning and effective leadership to cultivating a growth mindset and building strong networks, this book encompasses the essential elements needed to flourish in todays competitive business landscape. Whether you aspire to launch a startup, scale your existing business, or simply unleash your entrepreneurial potential, this book is your catalyst for transformation. Its time to break free from the shackles of mediocrity and step into the realm of limitless possibilities. With Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Spirit as your guide, youll embrace challenges as opportunities, chart your own course, and shape your destiny. Let the pages of this book serve as your empowering companion as you embark on your entrepreneurial journey. Get ready to unlock your full potential and blaze a trail of success that will inspire generations to come.

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Book SynopsisThe book serves as a primary source of information on all cultivated oilseeds and major tree-borne and minor oilseeds grown globally. It provides a detailed account of the composition, characteristics, properties, and utility of different oilseeds and their constituents, including oil, protein, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins, and phytochemicals, in both food and non-food sectors, including medicine. Additionally, the book covers post-harvest technology and processing of oilseeds to produce high-quality products such as vegetable oil and oilcakes. It discusses various processing methods, including ghani, expeller, extrusion, solvent, and SC-CO2 extraction, as well as oil refining. The book also presents information on the nutritional quality of oils, oilcakes, oleo-chemicals, and edible products derived from groundnut, soybean, sesame, sunflower, Niger, and coconut. The book further addresses the issue of anti-nutrients, which can interfere with the digestion process and negatively impact human and animal health. It provides detailed information on methods for reducing or removing anti-nutrients, such as phenolics, protease inhibitors, ricin, glucosinolates, and aflatoxins. Quality evaluation is crucial for understanding and utilizing any commodity, and the book provides methods for analyzing oil, protein, sugars, minerals, vitamins, and anti-nutrients. This comprehensive coverage of all aspects of oilseeds and their quality makes the book highly useful for students, researchers, producers, processors, and policy planners.

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Book SynopsisThis book examines the difficulties associated with the cultivation of pulses in India, taking into account the limited availability of natural resources and the effects of climate change. The text also emphasizes the potential for greater self-sufficiency in pulse production through the utilization of technological advancements that are informed by knowledge, with the aim of improving nutritional security and promoting sustainable development. The publication presents a comprehensive yet concise overview of the challenges and opportunities associated with pulse production in India, with the intention of facilitating a better comprehension of the subject matter by both researchers and policymakers.

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Book SynopsisPlant Breeding is a book that presents both theoretical concepts and practical techniques for the study and application of plant breeding. It aims to provide useful information for students and practicing plant breeders in countries of the Southern hemisphere, as it includes examples that are relevant to their specific agricultural contexts. The topics covered in the book include genetic principles, plant breeding methods for self- and cross-pollinated crops, vegetative propagation, and various types of crops such as vegetables, forage crops, fruit and forest trees. Additionally, the book addresses breeding for disease resistance, quality traits, mutation breeding, and innovative approaches to crop improvement and plant genetic resources. Each topic is written by specialized scientists in the field, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of the information presented.

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Book SynopsisThe present work stands out in that it provides formulae in conjunction with real-world data for simplified comprehension. This book is primarily intended for postgraduate and research scholars in Quantitative Genetics. A thorough examination of the book will yield a clear understanding of data interpretation and the formulation of breeding strategies.

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Book SynopsisVegetable production in our country is still dominated by the locally available genotypes or open-pollinated varieties, which are low-yielding and susceptible to various insect pest and diseases. This is mainly due to farmers' ignorance and poor extension activities. Hence, there is a need to grow vegetable hybrids for increasing production and productivity along with quality. Development or hybrids from the existing ones play a pivotal role not only for increasing the productivity but also helps to combat several problems faced by farmers. Thus to achieve these objectives, the authors have made an effort to give information for development of vegetables hybrid both theoretical and practical aspects in the form of book entitled, Heterosis Breeding in Vegetable Crops. This publication contains 17 s in two sections. The first section includes 10 s related to theoretical aspect of heterosis. viz. i Introduction to Heterosis ii Basis of Heterosis iii Commercial Exploitation of Heterosis iv Reproduction, Pollen and Pollen Biotechnology v Population Improvement of Parents/Hybrids Varieties vi Genetic Purity Testing of Hybrids vii Hybrid Varieties Testing and Release Procedures in India viii Biotechnology and Vegetable Improvement xi Intellectual Property Right related Issues in Hybrid Technology and x Economics, Import and Export. Second section consists of practical aspect of hybrid seed production deals seven s, viz. xi Solanaceous Crops-tomato, brinjal, chilli and bell pepper, xii Malvaceous Crops-okra, xiii Cole crops-cabbage and cauliflower xiv Cucurbitaceous Crops-bitter gourd, bottle gourd, cucumber, muskmelon, watermelon, pumpkin, ridged and smooth gourd xv Root Crops-carrot. xvi Bulb Crops-onion and xvii Hints for Hybrid Cultivation. All the s cover references, illustrations and tables. The publication also contains characteristics of national released hybrids with colored photographs. This would be useful to teachers, scientists, students, extension workers, vegetable industry and farmers of this country.Table of ContentsSection I. Principles of Heterosis: 01. Introduction of Heterosis 02. Basis of Heterosis 03. Manifestation of Heterosis 04. Reproduction, Pollen and Pollen Biotechnology 05. Population Improvement of Parents/Hybrid Varieties 06. Hybrid Varieties Testing and Release Procedures in India 07. Genetic Purity Testing of Hybrids 08. Biotechnology and Vegetable Improvement 09. Intellectual Property Rights Related Issues in Hybrid Technology 10. Economics, Import and Export Section II. Techniques for Hybrid Seed Production: 11. Solanaceous Crops 12. Malvaceous Crops 13. Cole Crops 14. Cucurbitaceous Crops 15. Root Crops 16. Bulb Crops 17. Hints for Cultivation

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Book SynopsisThe book serves as a major source of information on all the cultivated oilseeds and major tree borne and minor oilseeds grown globally. Composition, characteristics, properties and utility of different oilseeds and their constituents, namely, oil, protein, carbohydrates, minerals, vitamins and Phytochemical in food and non-food sectors including medicine has been covered in detail. The book also deals with post-harvest technology and processing of oilseeds to obtain good quality products like vegetable oil and oilcakes. The processing aspects like ghani, expeller, extrusion, solvent, and SC-CO2 extraction along with the refining of oils have been discussed. Oilseeds and their quality especially, the nutritional quality of oils, oilcakes, oleo-chemicals and preparation of edible products from groundnut, soybean sesame, sunflower, Niger and coconut have been discussed and presented in the book. Anti-nutrients, when present interfere with the digestion process as also the health of humans and animals. Hence methods of reduction/removal of anti-nutrients like phenolics, protease inhibitors, ricin, glucosinolates and aflatoxins etc. have also been covered in detail in the book. Evaluation of quality is important for understanding and utilization of any commodity. Keeping this aspect in view, methods of analysis of oil, protein, sugars, minerals, vitamins and anti-nutrients have been presented in the on procedures. This book is thus is a comprehensive coverage of all aspects of oilseeds and their quality. It will be highly useful to students, researchers, producers, processors and policy planners.Table of Contents01. Introduction 02. Cultivated oilseeds 03. Tree borne and minor oil sources 04. Processing 05. Oilseed products 06. Antinutrients 07. Procedures Chapter 08. Appendix

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Book SynopsisThe realm of pomological crops comprises tropical, sub-tropical, temperate fruits, minor fruits, and plantation crops. The publication Basic Concepts in Fruit Science is a thorough, up-to-date, and extensive book on these crops, offering an overview of the advancements in crop production and enhancement; classification, nomenclature, systematics, genetics, breeding, crop improvement, and crop production management. This book is written in a point-to-point manner to facilitate easy comprehension for students, researchers, and educators. It is designed to function as a practical guide for learners, teachers, researchers, and enthusiasts involved in Fruit Science. This book will serve as a useful resource for students and teachers to evaluate their knowledge in the broader field of fruit science.

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Book SynopsisThis Laboratory Manual has been specifically created for students to simplify their understanding of fundamental plant pathological laboratory methods that are related to the isolation of pathogens. The manuals primary goal is to provide students with a concise, easy-to-understand guide to the essential concepts and techniques required for the study of plant pathology. The manual has been designed to provide a clear understanding of the various aspects of plant pathology and to advance students knowledge of the subject. The manual includes detailed information on preserving disease samples, demonstrating Kochs postulates, studying different classes of fungicides and antibiotics, preparing fungicides, applying fungicides, conducting bioassays of fungicides, and controlling plant pathogens using biological methods. The manual is written in a formal tone and contains descriptions of key terminologies to enhance students comprehension of the subject matter. The manual is a full-color book that includes digitized images to help students identify diseases and pathogens. It is an excellent resource for beginners, students, instructors, scientists, and research workers who are interested in the field of Plant Pathology and Agricultural Microbiology.

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Book SynopsisThis volume delves into various issues within the expansive domain of biotic stress responses in plants, specifically addressing problems and their management by choosing a number of widely explored themes.

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