Seed Technology: Progress and Recent Advances

Details : 

Author : J.B.Patel & M.A. Vaddoria
Publisher ‏ : ‎ New India Publishing Agency 
Publication Date :26 September 2018
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 528 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9387973239
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9789387973237
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 900 g

About the Book 

This book has been designed to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of Seed archaeology, Seed germination, Seed vigour testing, Seed certification, and the testing of seed genuineness through various morphological, biochemical, and molecular markers. Additionally, the book covers the latest advances in hybrid seed production, plant pathology, entomology, and seed enhancement techniques, including seed pelleting, seed coating, seed hardening, synthetic seeds, and more. The book also delves into the field of applied science, addressing organic seed production, seed banks, and seed legislation and law governing seed production. The book is intended to be a valuable resource for students and researchers in the field of Seed Science and Technology, presenting the information in an efficient and instructive manner.

About the Author 

J.B.Patel, Professor and Head, Department of Seed Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, Junagadh Agricultural University, Motibagh, Junagadh 362 001, Gujarat, India.

M. A Vaddoria, Professor, Department of Seed Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, Junagadh Agricultural University, Motibagh, Junagadh 362 001, Gujarat, India.