Managing Global Genetic Resources
Managing Global Genetic Resources

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 1993-02-01

Total Pages: 476

ISBN-13: 0309131863

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This anchor volume to the series Managing Global Genetic Resources examines the structure that underlies efforts to preserve genetic material, including the worldwide network of genetic collections; the role of biotechnology; and a host of issues that surround management and use. Among the topics explored are in situ versus ex situ conservation, management of very large collections of genetic material, problems of quarantine, the controversy over ownership or copyright of genetic material, and more.

Plant Quarantine and the International Transfer of Germplasm
Plant Quarantine and the International Transfer of Germplasm

Author: Donald L. Plucknett

Publisher:

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 74

ISBN-13:

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This paper reviews the history of quarantine services, discusses principles for successful quarantine operations and identifies major constraints to the exchange of plant materials due to quarantine restrictions and procedures. It also explores some of the difficulties faced by quarantine services, plant breeders, and genebank curators in attempting to detect diseases or pests and clean up seeds and vegetative materials. The paper examines disease and pest screening techniques, with an emphasis on emerging biotechnologies that are revolutionizing diagnostic and clean up work for plant germplasm. It underscores the importance of intermediate quarantine, particularly for tropical cash crops. Finally, the paper analyzes ways to strengthen quarantine services worldwide so that crop improvement programs can operate more efficiently and effectively.

Plant Biodiversity and Genetic Resources
Plant Biodiversity and Genetic Resources

Author: Andreas W. Ebert

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2021-06-18

Total Pages: 672

ISBN-13: 3036508945

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The papers included in this Special Issue address a variety of important aspects of plant biodiversity and genetic resources, including definitions, descriptions, and illustrations of different components and their value for food and nutrition security, breeding, and environmental services. Furthermore, comprehensive information is provided regarding conservation approaches and techniques for plant genetic resources, policy aspects, and results of biological, genetic, morphological, economic, social, and breeding-related research activities. The complexity and vulnerability of (plant) biodiversity and its inherent genetic resources, as an integral part of the contextual ecosystem and the human web of life, are clearly demonstrated in this Special Issue, and for several encountered problems and constraints, possible approaches or solutions are presented to overcome these.

Plant Health and Quarantine in International Transfer of Genetic Research
Plant Health and Quarantine in International Transfer of Genetic Research

Author: William Boright Hewitt

Publisher: Springer

Published: 1977

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13:

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Plant health problems of a general nature; Pathological; Nematological; Entomological; Problems of seeds and selected crop plants; Methods for detection and control of seed-borne fungi and bacteria; Seed-borne viruses; Banana (Musa spp.); Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.); Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz); Citrus; Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.); Coconut (Cocos nucifera L.); Coffee (Coffea spp.); Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.); Grapevine and temperate fruits (Vitis, Malus, Pyrus, Prunus, Cydonia, and Amygdalus spp.); Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.); Ornamental bulbs and corms: fungi, bacteria, and insect pests; Ornamental bulbs and corms: virus and virus-like pathogens; Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.): viruses and mycoplasma-like organisms; Rubber (Hevea brasiliensis M.); Small fruits (Fragaria, Rubus, Ribes, and Vaccinium spp.); Sugarcane (Saccharum spp.); Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.); Tea (Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntz); Plant quarantine and the transfer of germplasm; Plant quarantine: principles, methodology, and suggested approaches; Quarantine policy for seed in transfer of genetic resources; Post-entry and intermediate quarantine stations; Phytosanitary regulations and the transfer of genetic resources.

Cacao Diseases
Cacao Diseases

Author: Bryan A. Bailey

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2016-02-22

Total Pages: 630

ISBN-13: 3319247891

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This book reviews the current state of knowledge concerning cacao pathogens and methods for their management. Topics discussed include the history, biology and genetic diversity of Moniliophthora species (which cause witches’ broom and frosty pod rot) and Phytophthora species (which cause black pod rot) that cause diseases resulting in major losses to cacao production. Emerging pathogens such as Cacao swollen shoot virus and Ceratobasidium theobromae (which causes vascular streak dieback) are also discussed in detail, along with many pathogens of significant local concern. Most of these pathogens represent major risks to global cacao production should they expand into new areas, breaking out of their current limited distributions. By considering cacao diseases as a group, similarities in the available tools and techniques used in their management become apparent, as do their limitations. Gaps in our current knowledge of cacao pathogens and the management of the diseases they cause are detailed, and suggestions for future research directions are provided. This insight allows readers to consider cacao disease threats from a more comprehensive, global perspective and paves the way for an improved synergy of efforts between the various research programs, agencies, and industries, both private and public, with vested interests in cacao production, and cacao farmers.

The Second Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
The Second Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture

Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 399

ISBN-13: 9251065349

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Plant genetic resources provide a basis for food security, livelihood support and economic development as a major component of biodiversity. The Second Report on the State of the World’s Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture demonstrates the central role plant genetic diversity continues to play in shaping agriculture growth in the face of climate change and other environmental challenges. It is based on information gathered from Country Reports, regional syntheses, thematic studie s and scientific literature, documenting the major achievements made in this sector during the past decade and identifying the critical gaps and needs that should urgently be addressed. The Report provides the decision-makers with a technical basis for updating the Global Plan of Action on Conservation and Sustainable Use of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. It also aims to attract the attention of the global community to set priorities for the effective management of plant genet ic resources for the future. Purchase a print copy.

FAO/IBPGR Technical Guidelines for the Safe Movement of Cassava Germplasm
FAO/IBPGR Technical Guidelines for the Safe Movement of Cassava Germplasm

Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher: Bioversity International

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9290431520

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Technical recommendations. Seed. Pathogen-tested in vitro cultures. Cuttings form pathogen-tested in vitro cultures. Untested vegetative material. Descriptions of pests. Viral diseases. Viruses not known to cause disease. Virus-like disease. Procaryotic diseases. Fungal diseases. Arthropod pests.