Seed Science and Technology: Biology, Production, Quality

This open-access edited book is a compilation of 17 chapters, derived from lectures by renowned Indian and international experts, organized in India in 2020 and 2021 under the Indo-German Cooperation on Seed Sector Development. The book covers seed biology, variety maintenance, production, processing, packaging, and storage, as well as seed quality assurance systems. It aims to benefit students, scientists, faculty members, seed sector professionals, certification authorities, and seed producing agencies in India and abroad.

Format: Hardback
Length: 430 pages
Publication date: 02 March 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This open-access edited book is a comprehensive compilation of 17 chapters, synthesized primarily from the insightful lectures delivered by esteemed Indian and international experts during a series of capacity-building programs organized in India during 2020 and 2021, under the auspices of Indo-German Cooperation on Seed Sector Development, a component of the Bilateral Cooperation between the Governments of India and Germany. Seed Science and Technology, a multifaceted field, is rapidly advancing, keeping pace with the development of improved plant varieties and other climate-resilient technologies. Knowledge of the underlying biological processes and the application of appropriate technologies for variety maintenance and seed production, quality assurance, testing, and enhancement, as well as processing, packaging, and storage, are crucial components of a seed program.

The chapters presented in this book offer a blend of fundamental seed biology, encompassing seed development, maturation, dormancy, germination, vigor, and invigoration, as well as seed deterioration. It also delves into variety maintenance and production of genetically pure seed of open-pollinated and hybrid varieties in select key field crops and vegetables, along with the fundamentals of seed processing, packaging, and storage. Additionally, the book explores seed quality assurance systems followed in different countries, testing the essential components of seed quality, including seed health, the application of molecular technologies for precision testing, and enhancement of seed quality.

The book concludes by identifying key areas for future seed research and technology development. It provides a wealth of the latest research information and an exhaustive and updated list of references on various topics, making it an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike.

In summary, this book serves as a valuable contribution to the field of seed science and technology, offering a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals and recent advances, while providing a wealth of knowledge and resources for those seeking to expand their understanding and expertise in this dynamic field.

Weight: 834g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811958878
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023