Concepts of Seed Science and Technology

Deepak Rao · Ravish Choudhary · Kamini Kaushal · Navya Kagita · D. Sri Nandini

Nov 2024 · Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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210

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About this ebook

"Concepts of Seed Science and Technology" delves into the fundamental and advanced aspects of seed biology, offering a comprehensive overview of the physiological, seed legislation and seed quality enhancement processes that govern seed development, germination, and viability. Authored by leading experts in the field, this book covers topics such as seed physiology, seed production, seed storage and deterioration, processing and the environmental factors influencing seed performance. It also addresses practical applications in agriculture, including techniques for improving seed quality, storage, and stress tolerance. This essential resource is designed for researchers, students, and professionals in plant sciences, agronomy, and related fields, providing valuable insights into the latest advancements and methodologies in seed science and technology.

About the author

Dr Deepak Rao earned his PhD from ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) – IARI (Indian Agricultural Research Institute), New Delhi, India, focusing on Seed Science and Technology. His research on chemical priming to enhance seedling vigor in lentils under salinity stress was supported by an ICAR Senior Research Fellowship.

Dr Ravish Choudhary holds a PhD in Botany, specializing in Cryopreservation and Plant Tissue Culture, with over 10 years of post-doctoral research at ICAR-IARI. He has published over 100 research papers and authored three books.

Kamini Kaushal is currently pursuing her PhD in Seed Science and Technology from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi. She completed her MSc in Seed Science and Technology at Bihar Agricultural University, India, following her graduation from Birsa Agricultural University, India.

Navya Kagita is currently pursuing her PhD in Seed Science and Technology at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi. She completed her MSc in Seed Science and Technology at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India, following her graduation from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, India.

D. Sri Nandini is currently pursuing her PhD in Seed Science and Technology at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi. She completed her MSc in Seed Science and Technology at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh, India, following her graduation from Rai Technology University, India.

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