Genetics and Genomics of Rosaceae

Genetics and Genomics of Rosaceae

Author: Kevin M. Folta

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2009-05-28

Total Pages: 633

ISBN-13: 0387774912

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This is the first book on Rosaceae genomics. It covers progress in recent genomic research among the Rosaceae, grounding this firmly in the historical context of genetic studies and in the application of genomics technologies for crop development.


The Kiwifruit Genome

The Kiwifruit Genome

Author: Raffaele Testolin

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-05-02

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 3319322745

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This book describes the basic botanical features of kiwifruit and its wild relatives, reports on the steps that led to its genome sequencing, and discusses the results obtained with the assembly and annotation. The core chapters provide essential insights into the main gene families that characterize this species as a crop, including the genes controlling sugar and starch metabolism, pigment biosynthesis and degradation, the ascorbic-acid pathway, fruit softening and postharvest metabolism, allergens, and resistance to pests and diseases. The book offers a valuable reference guide for taxonomists, geneticists and horticulturists. Further, since information gained from the genome sequence is extraordinarily useful in assessing the breeding value of individuals based on whole-genome scans, it will especially benefit plant breeders. Accordingly, chapters are included that focus on gene introgression from wild relatives and genome-based breeding.


Genetics, Genomics and Breeding of Berries

Genetics, Genomics and Breeding of Berries

Author: Kevin M. Folta

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-04-19

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 1439856605

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Recent interest in the health-related, culinary, and biological properties of berries is stimulating new initiatives in berry breeding and production. Breakthroughs in molecular technologies allow genomics-enabled approaches to augment research efforts. This volume documents the basic botany and culture of four major berry crops and follows the sci


Plant Breeding Reviews, Volume 27

Plant Breeding Reviews, Volume 27

Author: Jules Janick

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2010-04-07

Total Pages: 388

ISBN-13: 0470650338

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Plant Breeding Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on plant genetics and the breeding of all types of crops by both traditional means and molecular methods. Many of the crops widely grown today stem from a very narrow genetic base; understanding and preserving crop genetic resources is vital to the security of food systems worldwide. The emphasis of the series is on methodology, a fundamental understanding of crop genetics, and applications to major crops. It is a serial title that appears in the form of one or two volumes per year.


Sustainable Agriculture and New Biotechnologies

Sustainable Agriculture and New Biotechnologies

Author: Noureddine Benkeblia

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2016-04-19

Total Pages: 556

ISBN-13: 143982505X

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Taking a broad and innovative informational approach, Sustainable Agriculture and New Biotechnologies is the first book to apply omic technologies to address issues related to understanding and improving agricultural sustainability in the food production process. The transformation from industrial to sustainable agriculture is discussed within the


Genomics-Assisted Crop Improvement

Genomics-Assisted Crop Improvement

Author: Rajeev K. Varshney

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2007-12-13

Total Pages: 517

ISBN-13: 1402062974

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This superb volume provides a critical assessment of genomics tools and approaches for crop breeding. Volume 1 presents the status and availability of genomic resources and platforms, and also devises strategies and approaches for effectively exploiting genomics research. Volume 2 goes into detail on a number of case studies of several important crop and plant species that summarize both the achievements and limitations of genomics research for crop improvement.


Progress in Botany 77

Progress in Botany 77

Author: Ulrich Lüttge

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-05-27

Total Pages: 438

ISBN-13: 3319256882

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With one volume each year, this series keeps scientists and advanced students informed of the latest developments and results in all areas of the plant sciences. The present volume includes reviews on plant genetics, physiology, ecology, and evolution.