Dr. Selvakumar Gurunathan, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Research Fellow, Young Scientist (DST-SERB), Assistant Professor (Genetics and Plant Breeding), SRM College of Agricultural Sciences, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vendhar Nagar, Baburayanpettai, Elapakkam (Post), Chengalpattu (Dt.), Tamil Nadu, India. Dr. Ramu Vinoth, Institute of Agriculture, TNAU, Kumulur, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India. Dr. Magudeeswari Ponnuchamy, Assistant Professor (Genetics and Plant Breeding), Vanavarayar Institute of Agriculture, Affiliated to TNAU, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
The scope of a book titled "Advances in Crop Breeding Research" would typically encompass a wide range of topics related to advancements in crop breeding. Here are some aspects that such a book might cover: 1. Modern Breeding Techniques: Discussions on the latest methodologies and technologies used in crop breeding, such as molecular breeding, marker-assisted selection (MAS), genomic selection, and gene editing techniques like CRISPR/Cas9. 2. Trait Development: Exploration of how breeding programs are targeting specific traits in crops, including disease resistance, abiotic stress tolerance (e.g., drought, heat, salinity), improved nutritional content, and yield enhancement. 3. Integration of Omics Technologies: How omics technologies (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics) are being integrated into breeding programs to accelerate trait identification and selection processes. 4. Breeding for Sustainable Agriculture: Focus on breeding strategies that promote sustainable agricultural practices, such as reducing chemical inputs, improving resource use efficiency, and enhancing resilience to climate change. 5. Crop Diversity and Adaptation: Discussions on how breeding programs are leveraging crop diversity to adapt to changing environmental conditions and to meet diverse consumer and market demands. 6. Case Studies and Success Stories: Examples of successful breeding programs and case studies from different regions and crops, highlighting innovative approaches and outcomes. 7. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations: Considerations around regulatory frameworks for genetically modified organisms (GMOs), intellectual property rights, and ethical implications of new breeding technologies. 8. Future Directions: Speculation on the future of crop breeding research, including emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field. Overall, "Advances in Crop Breeding Research" would serve as a comprehensive resource for researchers, students, and professionals in agriculture and plant sciences, providing insights into cutting-edge techniques, challenges, and achievements in improving crop varieties to meet global food security and sustainability goals.
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