Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

Author: Amarjit Basra

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-11-01

Total Pages: 809

ISBN-13: 1040293867

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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 examines: the molecular control of ovule development female gametophyte development cytokinins and seed development grain number determination in major grain crops metabolic engineering of carbohydrate supply in plant reproductive development enhancing the nutritive value of seeds by genetic engineering the process of accumulation of seed proteins and using biotechnology to improve crops synthetic seeds dormancy and germination hormonal interactions during dormancy release and germination photoregulation of seed germination seed size seed predation natural defense mechanisms in seeds seed protease inhibitors soil seed banks the ecophysiological basis of weed seed longevity in the soil seed quality testing seed vigor and its assessment diagnosis of seed-borne pathogens seed quality in vegetable crops vegetable hybrid seed production practical hydration of seeds of tropical crops seed technology in plant germplasm 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.


Handbook of Seed Science and Technology

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.


Principles of Seed Science and Technology

Principles of Seed Science and Technology

Author: Lawrence O. Copeland

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 479

ISBN-13: 1461516196

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This Fourth Edition of Principles of Seed Science and Technology, like the fIrst three editions, is written for the advanced undergraduate student or lay person who desires an introduction to the science and technology of seeds. The fIrst nine chapters present the seed as a biological system and cover its origin, development, composition, function (and sometimes nonfunction), performance and ultimate deterioration. The last nine chapters present the fundamentals of how seeds are produced, conditioned, evaluated and distributed in our modern agricultural society. Two new chapters have been added in this fourth edition, one on seed ecology and the second on seed drying. Finally, revisions have been made throughout to reflect changes that have occurred in the seed industry since publication of the Third Edition. Because of the fundamental importance of seeds to both agriculture and to all of society, we have taken great care to present the science and technology of seeds with the respect and feeling this study deserves. We hope that this feeling will be communicated to our readers. Furthermore, we have attempted to present information in a straight-forward, easy-ta-read manner that will be easily understood by students and lay persons alike. Special care has been taken to address both current state-of-the-art as well as future trends in seed technology.


Handbook of Seed Physiology

Handbook of Seed Physiology

Author: Roberto Benech-Arnold

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2004-09-21

Total Pages: 501

ISBN-13: 1482277948

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The latest findings in seed physiologydiscussed as they relate to agricultural problems! Presenting the latest findings in the area of seed physiology as well as the practical applications of that knowledge in the field, the Handbook of Seed Physiology: Applications to Agriculture provides a comprehensive view of seed biology and it


Seed Technology

Seed Technology

Author: R. L. Agarwal

Publisher: Oxford and IBH Publishing

Published: 2018-02-28

Total Pages: 846

ISBN-13: 9788120409941

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Contents: Part One: Introductory Topics/ Part Two: General Principles of Seed Production / Part Three: Foundation and Certified Seed Production / Part Four: Seed Processing, Storage and Marketing / Part Five: Seed Testing / Part Six: Seed Certification and Seed Legislation


Seed Science and Technology

Seed Science and Technology

Author: Shirley Doy

Publisher:

Published: 2016-05-26

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781682861547

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The recent researches performed in seed science have transformed agricultural practices and have affected agricultural production as well. This book is meant for students who are looking for an elaborate reference text on seed science. It delves into significant topics, such as seed development, seed structure, germination, etc. With state-of-the-art inputs by acclaimed experts of this field, this book targets students and professionals alike.


Seed Technology, 2nd Revised & Enlarged Edition

Seed Technology, 2nd Revised & Enlarged Edition

Author: D. Khare

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2016-01-01

Total Pages: 954

ISBN-13: 9386237520

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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


Philosophy of Technology and Engineering Sciences

Philosophy of Technology and Engineering Sciences

Author:

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2009-11-27

Total Pages: 1473

ISBN-13: 0080930743

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The Handbook Philosophy of Technology and Engineering Sciences addresses numerous issues in the emerging field of the philosophy of those sciences that are involved in the technological process of designing, developing and making of new technical artifacts and systems. These issues include the nature of design, of technological knowledge, and of technical artifacts, as well as the toolbox of engineers. Most of these have thus far not been analyzed in general philosophy of science, which has traditionally but inadequately regarded technology as mere applied science and focused on physics, biology, mathematics and the social sciences. - First comprehensive philosophical handbook on technology and the engineering sciences - Unparalleled in scope including explorative articles - In depth discussion of technical artifacts and their ontology - Provides extensive analysis of the nature of engineering design - Focuses in detail on the role of models in technology