Advance Biotechnological Approaches for Crop Improvement

e - ISBN : 978-93-6252-396-9
Print ISBN :978-93-6252-992-3
Publisher: Iterative International Publishers (IIP), Selfypage Developers Pvt Ltd.
Publication date: 2024

DOI : https://www.doi.org/10.58532/ABAC

1. Structural and Functional Genomics for Crop Improvement

2. Transcriptomics: An Advance Approach for Crop Improvement

3. Proteomics and Metabolomics: An Advance Approach for Crop Improvement

4. Advance Breeding Approaches in Biotic Stress Resistance

5. Omics Approaches in Biotic Stress Resistance

6. Molecular Markers and Marker-Assisted Selection for Crop Improvement

7. QTL Mapping: A Major Concept for Crop Improvement

8. Next Generation Sequencing: Revolutionizing Genetic Research

9. Genome Editing: A Recent Approach for Crop Improvement

10. CRISPR-Cas9 and Its Applications in Crop Improvement

11. Tilling and Eco-Tilling: An Overview for Crop Improvement

12. In Vitro Techniques in Crop Improvement

13. Speed Breeding: A Powerful Approach for Crop Research

14. Transgenic Breeding for Crop Improvement

15. Bioinformatics in Crop Research

16. High Throughput Phenotyping for Crop Improvement

17. Modern Breeding Approaches Used for Biofortificaton

AIM & SCOPE

The field of agriculture stands at a pivotal moment in its history. With a growing global population and increasing challenges posed by climate change, there is an urgent need for innovative solutions to ensure food security and sustainability. Biotechnology has emerged as a powerful tool in this endeavor, offering a range of advanced approaches for crop improvement. This book “Advance Biotechnological Approaches for Crop Improvement” explores the cutting-edge biotechnological approaches that are revolutionizing crop improvement efforts worldwide. From omics technologies to molecular markers, from genome editing to in vitro techniques, each chapter delves into a specific aspect of biotechnology and its application in enhancing crop traits. The journey begins with an overview of omics approaches, providing a foundation for understanding the subsequent chapters on structural and functional genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. These chapters illuminate how the comprehensive analysis of biological molecules at various levels can unravel the complexities of plant biology and facilitate targeted crop improvement strategies. The book also addresses the pressing challenges of abiotic and biotic stresses in agriculture and explores how omics approaches are being leveraged to enhance stress tolerance and resistance in crops. Molecular markers, marker-assisted selection, and QTL mapping emerge as indispensable tools for accelerating the breeding process and developing improved crop varieties tailored to specific environmental conditions and consumer preferences. As technology continues to advance, the role of next-generation sequencing, genome editing, and high-throughput phenotyping in crop improvement becomes increasingly significant. These chapters highlight the transformative potential of these technologies in revolutionizing crop breeding and accelerating the development of resilient, high-yielding cultivars. Moreover, the book sheds light on modern breeding approaches such as speed breeding, transgenic breeding, and biofortification, offering insights into how these techniques are being employed to address nutritional deficiencies and improve crop productivity. Throughout these discussions, the importance of bioinformatics in crop research emerges as a crucial theme, underscoring the indispensable role of computational tools in analyzing vast amounts of genomic and phenotypic data and translating them into actionable insights for breeders. In essence, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to the latest biotechnological approaches driving crop improvement efforts. It is intended for M.Sc, Ph.D. students, Teachers, Scientist/ researchers invested in harnessing the power of biotechnology to address the challenges facing global agriculture and pave the way for a more sustainable and food-secure future.

Author’s

Mr. Rakesh Kumar Yadav
Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding
Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya
Gwalior, M.P.

Ms. Ruchi Asati
Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding
Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia
Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya
Gwalior, M.P.

Dr. Shailja Chauhan
Teaching cum Research Associate
Rani Lakshmi Bai Central
Agricultural University Jhansi, (U.P.).

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Yadav
Assistant Professor
Department of Seed Science, Acharya
Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology
Ayodhya.