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Seed Technology, 2nd Revised & Enlarged Edition

Author: D. Khare

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2016-01-01

Total Pages: 954

ISBN-13: 9386237520

It is the II edition of the book entitled Seed Technology published in the year 2000. The revised edition also provides comprehensive and integrated information for the courses offered by traditional universities in the background of agriculture. The book includes line diagrams and flow charts extensively to make it practical oriented. Features: • Basics of seed and variety • Seed production system • Maintenance breeding • Production of hybrids, seedless varieties, tubers, TPS and synthetic seed • Post harvest seed management • Seed storage • Certification of seed production programme at field level • Testing of seed in laboratory • Verification of genetic purity including molecular approaches • Seed and seedling vigour testing • Seed health and its certification • Value addition • Seed commerce • Seed law enforcement • Acts, rules and bills on seed • Protection of plant variety and DUS testing • Export of seed • Indian seed certification standards with revision and edition

Objective Seed Science and Technology 2nd Ed.

Author: K. Vanangamudi

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2020-05-20

Total Pages: 540

ISBN-13: 9389412617

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Objective Seed Science and Technology is prepared based on the ICAR UG syllabus of Seed Science and Technology. This book is the compilation of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in Seed Science and Technology which will be highly useful in writing competitive examinations like ASRB, NET, JRF, SRF, Ph.D entrance, Bank, UPSC, Agricultural, Horticultural and Seed Certification Officers. The 2nd revised Edition comprises two sections namely 1. Seed Science and Technology: Principles and Practices, and 2. Advances in Seed Physiology and Biochemistry. The section 1 consists of eight units such as floral and seed biology, seed production including breeding methods, seed processing, seed quality control, seed storage, seed health, seed industry and marketing and protection of plant varieties including DUS. The section 2 consists of three units namely seed development and maturation, seed dormancy and germination, and seed deterioration. Each chapter includes Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), fill in the blanks, true or false, match the following, answer the incorrect statement, arrange in order and differentiate between the following. Abbreviations, National and International journals and books, International STLs, Seed Scientists and their inventions and glossaries are also compiled and presented in this book

Fundamentals of Agronomy

Author: R.L. Arya

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2020-01-15

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9387991784

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Agronomy is an important branch of agriculture which associated with the different aspect of tillage, crop production, seed and sowing, irrigation and weed management, plant nutrition, dryland/rainfed agriculture, growth and development etc. 'Fundamentals of Agronomy' have been carefully designed to promote better understanding and encourage creativity and will meet the growing need of agronomy of graduate and post graduate students at university level agricultural education. The entire book is prepared in most simple, clear, talking language, comprehensive and short descriptive type of questions so that the concept could be easily understand by the readers in short times. Fundamental of Agronomy covers the course contents of competitive examinations like IAS, IFS, PCS, ARS, banking services, B.Sc./M.Sc./Ph.D. (Ag) admission, state and national levels of different competitive examinations in agriculture.

Horticulture For Nutrition And Income Security

Author: Ravindra Singh

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

Published: 2023-06-15

Total Pages: 19

ISBN-13: 9395319607

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Technological interventions have helped farmers to achieve much higher productivity, generating the desired income remains a major challenge. Present book contains a total of 36 chapters describing the scalable technologies for the farmers covering all the aspects of important horticultural crops necessary for enhancing farmer's income and nutritional security through molecular biology, production technology, nursery management, protected cultivation, precision farming, organic production, bio-fortification, nutrient management, bio-agents, pests and diseases management, postharvest and value addition, mechanization, internet of things and marketing.

Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

Author: A.S. Basra

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2007-05-01

Total Pages: 819

ISBN-13: 9388148363

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A reference text with the latest information and research for educators, students, and researchers! World hunger and malnutrition remain an alarming concern that spurs researchers to develop quality technology. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology is an extensive reference text for educators, students, practitioners, and researchers that focuses on the underlying mechanisms of seed biology and the impact of powerful biotechnological approaches on world hunger, malnutrition, and consumer preferences. This comprehensive guide provides the latest available research from noted experts pointing out the likely directions of future developments as it presents a wealth of seed biology and technological information. Seed science is the all-important foundation of plant science study. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology provides an integrative perspective that takes you through the fundamentals to the latest applications of seed science and technology. This resource provides a complete overview, divided into four sections: Seed Developmental Biology and Biotechnology; Seed Dormancy and Germination; Seed Ecology; and Seed Technology. The Handbook of Seed Science and Technology is extensively referenced and packed with tables and diagrams, and makes an essential source for students, educators, researchers, and practitioners in seed science and technology.

Seed Science And Technology

Author: K. Vanangamudi

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 9389547903

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The second revised and enlarged edition covers the contents of ICAR syllabus. New To This Edition Chapter on hormones and seed dormancy Chapter on seed production in forage legumes and grasses Chapter on fruit seed production Chapter on flower seed production Chapter on seed production in plantation crops and organic seed Chapter on traditional varieties and technologies Chapter on establishment of seed processing plant Chapter on establishment of seed testing laboratory The revised and enlarged edition is highly useful for UG and PG students of Agriculture and allied fields.

Modern Vegetable Varieties And Production Technology

Author: D.K.Singh

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

Published: 2018-09-26

Total Pages: 5

ISBN-13: 9386546426

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The book entitled “Modern Vegetable Varieties and Production Technology” is compilation of almost all the varieties developed from various SAUs, research centres and private seed companies, their characteristic features and the production technology involved in raising the vegetable crops. The book also contains few introductory chapters regarding the different vegetables grown in India, their area and production, nutritional aspect of vegetables and research done in the field of vegetable till date. The book consist of three introductory chapters viz., (1) vegetable crops, (2) nutritional importance of vegetable and (3) vegetable research in India –a brief background the other part of the book consists of nine chapters viz., (1) solanaceous vegetables (2) okra, (3) cole crops (4) cucurbitaceous vegetables (5) peas and beans (6) bulb crops (7) root crops (8) leafy vegetables and (9) asparagus (10) Hi-Tech vegetable production technology. Each of these chapters includes the vegetable varieties and production technology of respective crops. This would be helpful to the teachers, scientists, students, extension workers and farmers of this country

Essence Of Horticulture (2nd Fully Revised & Enlarged Edition)

Author: M. S. Patil

Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

Published: 2022-06-02

Total Pages: 29

ISBN-13: 9390591465

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The 2nd edition of the book is edited with new and recent advances in the world of horticulture. Updated information with reference to production technology, sustainable horticulture, crop husbandry, varieties and technologies developed from ICAR institutes and SAUs, biotechnological interventions like use of molecular markers, genetic engineering, use of nanotechnology, Horti-silvi-pastoral system, biodiversity, processing and post-harvest technology of horticulture produce, spices and medicinal and aromatic plants find place in the book. The book will certainly help fellow students, researchers and budding scientists to get newer information and excel in their competitive examinations with great success and flying colours.