Seed Production of Horticulture Crops Principles and Practices

Jayanthi, M. (Author)/ Sumathi, S. (Author)/ B.venudevan, B.venudevan (Author)

ISBN 10: 8119254597 / ISBN 13: 9788119254590

Published by MP–NPA New India Publishing Agency – NIPA, 2018

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216 pages. 0.71x9.02x5.98 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Seed Production of Horticulture Crops Principles and Practices
• Publisher: MP NPA New India Publishing Agency NIPA
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8119254597
• ISBN 13: 9788119254590
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New

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Synopsis

Readers will be informed about seeds, the science and technology associated with them. Seeds are fertilized mature ovules created through sexual reproduction in plants, and they are the least expensive and most crucial input in agriculture. It is estimated that high-quality seeds of improved varieties can lead to a 20-25% increase in yield. Seed technology is an interdisciplinary field that encompasses a range of activities, including variety development, evaluation, and release; seed development; seed processing; seed storage; seed testing; seed certification; seed quality control; and seed marketing. These activities aim to improve the genetic and physical characteristics of seeds. Each topic is discussed in a separate chapter, and this book will be highly beneficial to its readers.

About the Author

M. Jayanthi received her Ph.D (Seed Science and Technology) from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. She has published 15 research paper and 5 book chapters. She also attended International Training conducted by International Seed Testing Association at Zurich, Switzerland. Now, she is working as Senior Research Fellow at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore.

S. Sumathi, completed her M.Sc.(Ag), Ph.D. in Seed Science and Technology from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, India. At present she is working as a Research Associate at the same university. She has published 15 research papers in national and international journals and authored 10 book chapters.

B. Venudevan received his Ph.D (Seed Science and Technology) from TNAU, Coimbatore. He is a Recipient of the UGC fellowship for Ph.D thesis work. Published 12 research papers authored 3 books and 11 book chapters. Specialized in medicinal plant seed production. Presently working as Assistant Professor (SST), Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, TNAU, Killikulam.