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    Temperate Nuts (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food science. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Food Science. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Global scenario of temperate nuts -- Chapter 2. Nutritional composition of temperate nuts -- Chapter 3. Development and selection of rootstocks -- Chapter 4. Cultivars and genetic improvement -- Chapter 5. Improved propagation techniques in temperate nuts -- Chapter 6. Pollination management -- Chapter 7. Mineral nutrition -- Chapter 8. Plant water relations and Irrigation -- Chapter 9. Canopy architecture -- Chapter 10. Biotechnological interventions for improvement of temperate nuts -- Chapter 11. Organic approaches in temperate nuts -- Chapter 12. Shelf life enhancement -- Chapter 13. Package and storage of temperate nuts -- Chapter 14. Physiological disorders -- Chapter 15. Diseases of temperate nuts -- Chapter 16. Integrated pest management of temperate nuts.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the production technology of temperate nuts. It explores cultivar and plant improvement, development and selection of rootstocks, plant–water relations and irrigation, canopy architecture, and postharvest packaging of nut fruits. It also deals with organic approaches, biotechnological interventions, diseases, and pest management. Contributing authors address nut fruits such as walnut, pecan nut, chestnut, and hazel nut on different recent aspects. The development achieved in the fruit sector is indicative of the fact that there is growing demand of fruit produce. Temperate nuts with health benefits and market acceptability have best sources of fat, fiber, protein, and mineral. They provide dietary fiber, potassium, and a variety of health-protective bioactive compounds. Apart from the health benefits, production of temperate nuts improves the economy of the country as these are very good source of income and employment. In addition, there is wide diversification in the production pattern of nuts globally. Increased production technology such as hybrids, high-yielding selections/ varieties, improved propagation techniques, and increased use of fertilizers and manures have brought spectacular increase in the production of nut fruits. This book is of interest to teachers, scientists, researchers, and scholars. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture and horticulture. Horticulture nurseries and orchard industries also find this to be a useful read.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 385 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994975
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9497-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9497-5
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    Microbial Symbionts and Plant Health: Trends and Applications for Changing Climate (2023)
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    Keywords: Agricultural biotechnology. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Global climate perturbations: sustainable microbial mitigation strategies -- Chapter 2: Soil microflora and their interaction with plants under changing climatic scenarios -- Chapter 3: Beneficial microbial consortia and their role in sustainable agriculture under climate change conditions -- Chapter 4: Unfolding the role of beneficial microbes and microbial techniques on improvement of sustainable agriculture under climatic challenges -- Chapter 5: Microbes and their role in alleviation of abiotic and biotic stress tolerance in crop plants -- Chapterb 6: Plant-microbe interaction and their role in mitigation of heat stress -- Chapter 7: Role of soil microbes against abiotic stresses induced oxidative stresses in plants -- Chapter 8: An overview of the multifaceted role of plant growth promoting microorganisms and endophytes in sustainable agriculture: Developments and prospects -- Chapter 9: Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR): an indispensable tool for climate resilient crop production -- Chapter 10: Plant endophyte interactions- a driving phenomenon for boosting plant health in the face of climate change -- Chapter 11: Deciphering the role of growth promoting bacterial endophytes in harmonizing plant health -- Chapter 12: Endophytic microbes and their role in plant health -- Chapter 13: Multitrophic Reciprocity of AMF with Plants and Other Soil Microbes in Relation to Biotic Stress -- Chapter 14: Effect of temperature and defence response on the severity of dry root rot disease in chickpea caused by Macrophomina phaseolina -- Chapter 15: Emerging roles of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria in salt stress alleviation: applications in sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 16: Studies on orchidoid mycorrhizae and mycobionts. associated with orchid plants as plant growth promoters and stimulator in seed germination -- Chapter 17: Current status of mycorrhizal biofertilizer in crop improvement and its future prospects -- Chapter 18: New developments in techniques like metagenomics. metaproteomics for isolation. identification. and characterization of microbes from varied environment -- Chapter 19: Mushroom metagenome: tool to unravel interaction network of plant. mycorrhiza and bacteria -- Chapter 20: Extremophile bacterial and archaebacterial population: metagenomics and novel enzyme reserve -- Chapter 21: Microbial nanotechnology: a biocompatible technology for sustainable and green agriculture practice -- Chapter 22: Bacteriophage Assisted Diagnostics and Management of Plant Diseases.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationship between microbial symbionts and plants in the era of climate change. It focuses on the plant microbiome associated with different plant organs like roots, leaves, stems, fruit, and seeds, and showcases their significant role in the enhancement of crop yield and protection in a sustainable manner. Concomitantly, acumens to the most emerging trends in plant microbial research that includes rhizosphere engineering and metagenomics are also covered in this title. The association of microbial symbionts with the host offers a wide advantage in terms of acclimatization to varied environmental conditions. A large number of microbes such as cyanobacteria, PGPR, endophytes, and AMF have been shown to improve plant growth and production under the effect of various abiotic and biotic stresses. These microbial symbionts secrete several secondary metabolites, signaling molecules, and hydrolytic enzymes that play a multifarious role in improving plant growth and yield. Moreover, the symbionts have been known to regulate the host responses at the molecular level. Bioprospecting these microbial symbionts will provide an alternative to the chemical-based fertilizers and pave the path for the development of biofertilizers. The book is a suitable reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and scientists working in the field of agricultural biotechnology, microbiology, mycology and plant pathology, and allied fields of plant and microbial sciences. The book in this context attempts to provide an integrative and exhaustive study as well as research material that would help the scientific community in wide respect. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVIII, 582 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819900305
    Series Statement: Rhizosphere Biology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0030-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0030-5
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    Plant Disease Forecasting Systems : Procedure, Application and Prospect (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Plant Pathology. ; Ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Historic Plant Disease Epidemics -- 2. Epidemic Factors -- 3. Predicting Variables. 4.Criteria to Develop Forecast -- 5. Modeling of Epidemic Dynamic -- 6. Decision Support Systems (DSSs) -- 7. Expert System -- 8. Geographic Information Systems: Web-Based Disease Forecasting -- 9. Decision Support Systems and Expert Systems: A Comparison -- 10. Forecasting in Changed Climate -- 11. Disease Detection: Imaging Technology and Remote Sensing -- 12. Classical Disease Forecasting Systems.
    Abstract: This book focus on creating popularity and interest in modeling, derivation of equations for plant disease forecasting or construction and use of Web-based Expert Systems among plant pathologists. This book covers descriptions of many historic plant disease epidemics, various forecasting systems and methods of their construction, instruments required for study of plant disease epidemics, widely used commercial forecasting systems and present global scenario of forecasting. In the human history plant disease epidemics have brought unsurmountable misery many a times. Still breaking out of epidemic in any time in any part of the world is a stark reality. The panic spraying of chemical pesticides is not a panacea. Only the IPM technology may give relief. This technology if backed by the disease forewarning system may yield the desired results. Hence, an in depth understanding of plant disease forecasting system and its successful implementation may bring the global food security. This title provides a useful background for all students, practitioners, and researchers interested in the field of epidemiology, food security and agriculture sciences. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVIII, 126 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819912100
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1210-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-1210-0
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    Reactive Oxygen Species : Prospects in Plant Metabolism (2023)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Metabolism, Secondary. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Secondary Metabolism.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1:An Update on Reactive Oxygen Species Synthesis and its Potential Application -- Chapter 2 :Mechanism of Reactive Oxygen Species Regulation in Plants -- Chapter 3: Biomolecules Targeted by Reactive Oxygen Species -- Chapter 4: Functions of Reactive Oxygen Species in Improving Agriculture and Future Crop Safety -- Chapter 5: The Ecology of Reactive Oxygen Species Signaling -- Chapter 6: Physiological Impact of Reactive Oxygen Species on Leaf -- Chapter 7: Reactive Oxygen Species: Role in Senescence and Signal Transduction -- Chapter 8: Hazardous Phytotoxic Nature of Reactive Oxygen Species in Agriculture -- Chapter 9: Hormonal Response in Plants Influenced by Reactive Oxygen Species -- Chapter 10: The Dual Role of Reactive Oxygen Species as Signals that Influence Plant Stress Tolerance and Programmed Cell Death -- Chapter 11: ight into the Interaction of Strigolactones, Abscisic Acid, and Reactive Oxygen Species Signals -- Chapter 12: 12. Hydrogen Peroxide: Regulator of Plant Development and Abiotic Stress Response -- Chapter 13:Towards Sustainable Agriculture: Strategies Involving Phyto-Protectants against Reactive Oxygen Species -- chapter 14:Signaling Pathway of Reactive Oxygen Species in Crop Plants under Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 15: Adverse Impact of ROS on Nutrient Accumulation and Distribution in Plants.
    Abstract: This edited book focuses on ROS synthesis, potential applications, toxicity, and preservations. It explores the recently proposed hormonal response and biomolecules targeted in regulation of ROS. Chapters cover resistance and susceptibility to plant pathogen, strategies involving phytoprotectants, and life span of nematode affected by ROS. This book includes a compilation of recently written, integrated, and illustrated reviews describing latest information on ROS. Chapters incorporate both theoretical and practical aspects of plant ROS. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are key signaling molecules involved in the redox equilibrium and biological processes. In plants, ROS play an important role in biotic and abiotic stress sensing, integration of diverse environmental signals, and commencement of stress-response networks, thus contributing to the establishment of defense mechanisms and plant resilience. Critical amount of ROS is required by plants for regular operation of vital physiological mechanisms. This book brings together a compilation of latest research work on reactive oxygen species and their emerging importance. The book is a useful read for students, researchers, and scientists in the field of agri-life sciences.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 295 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811997945
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9794-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9794-5
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    Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms of Arid Region (2023)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology . ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Exploring Microbial Diversity of Arid Regions of Globe for Agricultural Sustainability: A Revisit -- 2. Harnessing drought tolerant PGPM in arid agro ecosystem for plant disease management and soil amelioration -- 3. Role of Plant Growth-promoting Bacteria in Rainfed and Irrigated Crops -- 4. Plant Growth Promoting Microbes: The Potential Phosphorus Solubilizers in Soils of Arid Agro-ecosystem -- 5. Diversity of PGPM and Ecosystem Services -- 6. Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms: An Option for Drought and Salinity Management in Arid Agriculture -- 7. Plant Growth Promoting Microbes: Key Players in Organic Agriculture -- 8. Interceding Microbial Biofertilizers in Agroforestry System for Enhancing Productivity -- 9. Role of PGPM in Managing Soil Borne Plant Pathogens in Horticulture Crops -- 10. The Use of Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms in the Managementof Soil-Borne Plant Pathogenic Organisms -- 11. Role of plant growth promoting microbes in managing soil-borne pathogens in forestry -- 12. Secondary Metabolites and Bioprospecting -- 13. PGPM: Fundamental, Bioformulation, Commercialization and Success at Farmer’s Field -- 14. PGPR: A Sustainable Agricultural Mitigator For Stressed Agro-Environments -- 15. Endophytic PGPM derived metabolites and their role in arid ecosystem -- 16. Current regulatory requirements for PGPM products for management of seed, soil and plant health: An overview -- 17. Evolving Concepts of Biocontrol of Phytopathogens by Endophytic Pseudomonas fluorescence -- 18. Symbiotic Effectiveness of Rhizobium Strains in Agriculture -- 19. Inoculant Production and Formulation of Azospirillum Species.
    Abstract: This edited book aims to focus on microbial diversity in arid lands and deserts versus specific microbial assemblages associated with plants. The book explains ecological drivers that shape this diversity, how plant-associated microbiomes are selected, and their biotechnological potential are discussed. Diversity and functional redundancy of these associated PGPM make them very active in supporting plant improvement, health and resistance to drought, salt and other stresses, and these dimensions will be explored in this book. Implementing proper biotechnological applications of the arid and desert-adapted PGPM constitutes a sizeable challenge, and the book attempts to take up that challenge and help researchers in this field to gain a detailed understanding of PGPM from arid ecosystems. This book serves as a handbook for research workers, teachers, postgraduate students and extension personnel, other development workers, and policy planners engaged in arid zone development.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XXII, 455 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811941245
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4124-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4124-5
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    Millet Rhizosphere (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Soil science. ; Plant physiology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Soil Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 -- Plant-microbe interactions promoting millets plant growth and health: Perspectives for use of microorganisms in millets production, Chapter 2 -- Diversity and function of microbes associated with the rhizosphere of millets, Chapter 3 -- Biodiversity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and its impact on millets growth, Chapter 4 -- Drought-tolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria associated with millets, Chapter 5 -- Identification of novel microbial strain for reduced pesticide use in millets, Chapter 6 -- Current insights into the role of rhizosphere bacteria in disease suppression in millets, Chapter 7 -- Comparison of rhizospheric functional diversity between chemically fertilized and bioinoculated millet, Chapter 8 -- Deciphering the role and diversity of microbes present in millet rhizosphere, Chapter 9 -- Role of phosphate solubilizing microbes on phosphorous availability and yield attributes of millet, Chapter 10 -- Impact of rhizosphere ecology on nitrogen fixation in millets, Chapter 11 -- Synergistic effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and PGPR on yield improvements in millets, Chapter 13 -- Understanding of belowground biochemical communication in millets through metabolomics, Chapter 14 -- Prospects of gene editing techniques in manipulating the rhizosphere microbiome for millets productivity, Chapter 15 -- Effect of nano-formulated agrochemicals on rhizospheric communities in millets, Chapter 16 -- Potential application of nanotechnology in biofertilizer formulation for millets.
    Abstract: This edited volume is the first book that explicitly explains the link between the extraordinarily small-scale microbial processes and the growth and yield attributes of millet crops. This book includes chapters emphasizing on the effects of rhizosphere biology on long-term millet crop management. Millets are a collection of small-grained cereal grasses that are grown for human carbohydrate needs. They are among the oldest crops, mainly divided into two groups: major and small millets based on seed size. Major millets are composed of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) and pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum); while small millets are composed of six species that includes finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.)), little millet (Panicum sumatrense), kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum (L.)), foxtail millet (Setaria italica (L.)), barnyard millet (Echinochloa frumentacea (L.)), and proso millet (Panicum miliaceum (L.). These crops are earlier considered as orphan crops, but recently due to their nutritional values it is gaining the importance. Various reports are published based on role of rhizosphere on growth and health of these crops. The rhizosphere being a dynamic interface among the plant roots and soil microbes provides a number of advantages to the millets too. The soil properties in rhizospheric region are also different as compared to the bulk soil. This book discovers the functional attributes of rhizosphere in promoting the healthy growth of millet crop and achieving higher yield during the changing climatic condition. This book is of interest to university teachers, scientists working in the millets, and policymakers in agricultural departments. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, biotechnology, microbiology, genetics, and soil science.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 348 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819921669
    Series Statement: Rhizosphere Biology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2166-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2166-9
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    Innovation for Environmentally-friendly Food Production and Food Safety in China (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Precision agriculture and nitrogen management technologies -- Chapter 3. Food safety and the importance of comprehensive analytical methods for pesticides and other contaminants -- Chapter 4. Artificial intelligence and hyperspectral modeling for soil management -- Chapter 5. Biochar-based technology in food production, climate change mitigation and sustainable agricultural soil management - post Terra Preta era -- Chapter 6. Diversity and ecological functions of soil microbial community in black soil in northeast China -- Chapter 7. Lignosulphonates as soil amendments in agriculture -- Chapter 8. Ecological functions of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in agriculture -- Chapter 9. The agro-extension service evolution in China and Norway: different pathways to tackle evolving challenges -- Chapter 10. Climate smart agriculture in China: current status and future perspectives -- Chapter 11. China-Africa joint force on integrated pest and disease management (IPM) for food security - fall armyworm as a showcase.
    Abstract: The edited volume focuses on modern agro-technologies for achieving climate smart agriculture in China and meeting the UN sustainable development goals (especially SDGs 2, 13, and 15). It describes the technologies being adopted in China for meeting food security challenges, with the main focus being on soils. China is a large and diverse country, and what happens there has a global impact. In the past decades, China has achieved remarkable increases in food production, feeding nearly 20% of the world population with less than 10% of the arable land. This great achievement was mainly based on the intensive use of chemical inputs like fertilizers and pesticides, which in turn caused environmental pollution and food safety issues. China has fully realized this important issue and has adopted a “Zero Growth” policy to restrict the further increase in chemical fertilizers after 2020. Chinese scientists have developed regional optimum crop management practices and guidelines to increase crop yield and nutrient use efficiencies compared with current farming practices. Chinese agricultural soil is also currently in critical condition with severe environmental pollution. These agricultural practices need improvement to maintain sustainable food production with minimum environmental footprint. At present, the traditional mode of agricultural production in China is difficult to sustain. This book offers case studies and sustainable solutions for transforming agricultural sciences in China. The book is a useful reading material for stakeholders such as governments, policymakers, research institutions, and farmers. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XVI, 252 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819928286
    Series Statement: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2828-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2828-6
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    Root-Galling Disease of Vegetable Plants (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 -- Root-knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.), Chapter 2 -- Meloidogyne species: Threat to Vegetable Produce, Chapter 3 -- hemotaxis in Root-Knot Nematodes, Chapter 4 -- Phytohormone-Mediated Feeding Site Development, Chapter 5 -- 5. Current and Future Studies on the Genes for Parasitism in Meloidogyne, Chapter 6 -- Natural Product Repertoire for Suppressing the Immune Response of Meloidogyne species, Chapter 7 -- Epigenetic Mechanisms and their Role in Root Gall Formation,Chapter 8 -- Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MSI) and Root Gall Elucidation, Chapter 9 -- 9. Root-Knot Disease Complex: An Interactive Perspective with Microorganisms, Chapter 10 -- Breeding for Resistance in Vegetables against Meloidogyne species causing Root Gall Disease, Chapter 11 -- An Overview of Predacious Fungi for the Management of Root-knot Disease in Vegetables, Chapter 12 -- Biofertilizer of Organic Origin for Management of Root Galling Disease of Vegetables, Chapter 13 -- Prospects for the Use of Metabolomics Engineering in Exploring and Harnessing Chemical Signalling in Root Galls.
    Abstract: This book provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date review of research on vegetable plants associated with root-galls disease caused by root-knot nematodes (RKNs), Meloidogyne spp. Vegetables retain a key position in cultural cuisines and their consumption worldwide due to rich sources of micronutrients, including vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, but root galls disease of these crops caused by RKNs steals both quantity and quality from production. The field of plant nematology has experienced exponential growth over the past decade, and these RKNs are now known as widely damaging obligate plant parasites of vegetable plants. Advances are being made in understanding their biology, parasitism in the root system, giant cell development, root gall formation, chemical signalling, root-knot disease complexes, and management systems. This compilation provides an invaluable resource for studying root-galls disease of vegetable plants to those readers associated with plant nematology, plant pathology, plant protection, and agricultural science, including researchers, teachers, advanced undergraduates and graduate students, and even agricultural extension agents and farmers.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIX, 338 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819938926
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3892-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-3892-6
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    Agricultural Microbiology Based Entrepreneurship : Making Money from Microbes (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Microbial genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Microbial Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Concept of entrepreneur and entrepreneurship -- 2. Government schemes for entrepreneurship programs -- 3. Skills for entrepreneurs -- 4. Intellectual Property Principles in Microbial Technologies -- 5. Ethical and legal issues in microbial products in India -- 6. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis, and marketing of cyanobacterial biofertilizers -- 7. Rhizobium biofertilizers: mass production process and cost-benefit ratio analysis -- 8. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of VAM fungal biofertilizer -- 9. Mass multiplication and cost analysis of Frankia biofertilizer -- 10. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Azospirillum -- 11. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Azotobacter -- 12. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Pseudomonas -- 13. Mass production, formulation and cost-benefit ratio analysis of Bacillus thuringiensis bioinsecticide -- 14. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Trichoderma -- 15. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Metarhizium -- 16. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Beauveria -- 17. Chaetomium sp.: An in-sight to its antagonistic mechanisms, mass multiplication, and production cost analysis -- 18. Vermicomposting: a leading feasible Entrepreneurship -- 19. Mass Production and marketing of microbial compost -- 20. Cost benefit assessment of solid based biofertilizer production.
    Abstract: This book is first part of the 3 volume set focusing on basic and advanced methods for using microbiology as an entrepreneurial venture. This volume explains the entrepreneurship skills for production, cost-benefit analysis and marketing of bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, bio-insecticides, seaweed liquid biofertilizer, and phosphate solubilizers. Chapters cover the applications of microorganisms in small and large scale production to achieve a sustainable output. The book provides essential knowledge and working business protocols from all related disciplines in agribusiness, organic farming, and economic integration. This book is useful to graduate students, research scholars and postdoctoral fellows, and teachers who belong to different disciplines via Botany, Agriculture, Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology, Plant Pathology, and Horticulture. Next two volumes are focused on food and industrial microbiology.
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    Pages: XV, 339 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811957475
    Series Statement: Microorganisms for Sustainability, 39
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5747-5
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    Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural ecology. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Agriculture. ; Agroecology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Economics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Climate change and farming system- a review of status, potentials, and further work needs -- Chapter 2 Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 3 Agricultural Producers' Behavioral Adaptation to Climate Change Disaster in Turkiye -- Chapter 4 Water Management Strategies for Agricultural Disasters -- Chapter 5 Disasters impacts on soil and their management -- Chapter 6 Role of Soil Science in Mitigating Natural and Anthropogenic Disasters -- Chapter 7 Role of Environmental Science for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 8 Sustainable Development in Agriculture beyond the Notion of Minimizing Environmental Impacts -- Chapter 9 Drought Stress in Crop Plants and its Management -- Chapter 10 - Impact of Heat Stress on Cereal Crops and its Mitigation Strategies -- chapter 11 Causes of Soil Erosion, its Measurements and Management -- chapter 12 Management of Crops in Water-Logged Soil -- Chapter 13 Climate Change Impact on Mangrove Forests in Pakistan -- Chapter 14 Climate Change, Flash Floods and It’s Consequences; A Case Study of Gilgit-Baltistan -- Chapter 15 Conservation agriculture a sustainable approach for disaster Risk reduction in rice wheat cropping system of Pakistan -- Chapter 16 Forestry a Way Forward for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 17 Risks of Deserts Locust and Its Mitigation -- Chapter 18 Role of Horticulture in Disaster Risk Management -- Chapter 19 Disaster Hazards and Vulnerabilities In Agriculture- Role of Food Technologist -- Chapter 20 Role of Livestock for Disaster Risk Reduction -- Chapter 21 Role of Social Sciences in Reducing Disaster Risk in Agriculture -- Chapter 22 Use of AI for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 23 Disaster Risk Reduction through Agricultural Engineering technologies -- Chapter 24 Integrated Approach for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture through Crop, Livestock, Forestry, Poultry, and Fish farming -- Chapter 25 Key Challenges and Financial Needs to Promote Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) in Pakistan: A Case Study of Hunza, Pakistan.
    Abstract: This book is related to disaster risk reduction in agriculture particularly under changing climate. Climate change refers to significant, long-term changes in the global climate. There is unequivocal evidence that Earth is warming at an unprecedented rate. Human activity is the principal cause. The planets average surface temperature has risen to about 1oC since the late 19th century and most of the warming occurred in the past 40 years. The years 2016 and 2020 are tied for the warmest year on the record. Similarly, other evidence of rapid climate change includes warming of oceans, shrinking of ice sheets, retreating glaciers, decreasing snow cover, rising of sea level, declining artic sea ice, increased frequency of extreme events, ocean acidification and loss of biodiversity. Hence, climate change impacts, both extreme weather and slow-onset events, have impacted several sectors of the national economies and activities, in particular agriculture and food production, augmented by other challenges be it geopolitical, cost of finance or supply chain related, and in a time of increased food insecurity. Without CO2 fertilization, effective adaptation, and genetic improvement, each degree-Celsius increase in global mean temperature would, on average, reduce global yields of wheat by 6.0%, rice by 3.2%, maize by 7.4%, and soybean by 3.1%. Hence this book is useful as a study material to teach in the field of agriculture and climate change. The book is useful for instructors and postgraduate as well as undergraduate students involved in the study of climate change. The book also provide guidance to multiple stakeholders to design mitigation and adaptation efforts to climate change and ensure food security in the developing world.
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    Pages: XX, 558 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819917631
    Series Statement: Disaster Resilience and Green Growth,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1763-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-1763-1
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    Biotechnology and Omics Approaches for Bioenergy Crops (2023)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Molecular biology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Molecular Biology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Bioenergy Crops in the Perspective of Climate Change -- 2. Major and Potential Biofuel Crops -- 3. Biotechnological approaches for the production of Bioenergy -- 4. Integrated OMIC approaches for bioenergy crops -- 5. Genomics of Bioenergy Crops -- 6. Omics Approaches for Sorghum: Paving the Way to a Resilient and Sustainable Bioenergy Future -- 7. Exploring Omics Approaches to Enhance Stress Tolerance in Soybean for Sustainable Bioenergy Production -- 8. Advanced and Sustainable Approaches in Sugarcane Crop Improvements with Reference to Environmental Stresses -- 9. Role of endophytes in the regulation of metabolome in bioenergy crops -- 10. Cotton Stalks - Potential Biofuel Recourses for Sustainable Environment -- 11. Harmful Insects in Some Biofuel Plants and Their Biology -- 12. Perspectives use of mustards in biofuel production in Turkey -- 13. Current status and future prospectus of Bioenergy crops.
    Abstract: This edited book summarizes the efforts made to develop sustainable bioenergy production through different generations. The topics included in the book cover information about different bioenergy crops, their classification and use as biofuel, agronomic practices to improve biomass yield, classic breeding techniques, genetic diversity, current status and future perspective of bioenergy crops in the omics era. It also discusses application of modern biotechnological and molecular biotechnological techniques for the improvement of bioenergy crops this having enhanced biomass and plant based products. The book explores growing biofuel crops and their impact on environment, bioethics and biosafety issues related to the modern approaches. Another important aspect is the incorporation of nanotechnology for bioenergy crops and biofuel production. All book chapters are contributed renowned researchers in their respective field. This is a unique book covering the bioeneragy crops in the modern omics era. The book is useful for the researchers and post-graduate students to guide them in the field of bioenergy crops.
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    Pages: XV, 288 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819949540
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4954-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4954-0
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    Plant Pathogen Interaction (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Plant-pathogen interactions studies: Combinatorial approach and multidisciplinary benefits -- 2. Plant-pathogen interactions and global food security -- 3. Fusarium wilt of tomato: past, present, and future -- 4. Late Wilt of Maize—The Pathogen, the Disease, Current Status, and Future Perspective -- 5. Insights into grapevine defence response against fungal and oomycete diseases towards a sustainable plant breeding -- 6. Defensive Strategies of ROS in Plant-Pathogen Interactions -- 7. Phytohormone signaling and Plant-Pathogen Interaction -- 8. Quorum Sensing and its Role in Bacterial Pathogenicity -- 9. Pathobiome and Microbial Community Shifts Associated with Vegetable, Fruit and Cereal Crops -- 10. Prevalence of microbiome reservoirs in plants and pathogen outbreaks -- 11.Exploring Plant-Pathogen Interactions through Subcellular Proteomics -- 12. Genome Editing and Plant-Pathogen Interaction -- 13. Secreted effectors: a perspective in plant-fungus interaction.
    Abstract: This book covers all aspects of naturally occurring phenomenon of Plant-Pathogen Interaction (PPI). Recent findings and scientific explanations to understand PPI are provided accompanied by numerous helpful photographs and pictorial presentations. In addition, tabulated data is also included to aid in getting insight into the subject and identifying the missing links. Essential information is provided on physiological, biochemical and pathology consequences of PPI and distinguished sections are devoted to explain molecular and regulatory mechanism underlying PPI. Further topics include different classes of plant pathogen, receptor molecules, signaling system, secondary metabolism and plant defense system etc. This book helps the readers in understanding the state of art and emerging technics to explore PPI and in identifying the missing links which further help in creating the background for future exploration of PPI in terms of experimental and technical advancements. .
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    Pages: XV, 362 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819948901
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4890-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4890-1
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    Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa (2023)
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence farming. ; Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Progress Towards Sustainable Intensification and Climate Change -- Chapter 1. Introduction: Agroforestry for Sustaining the Global Agriculture in Changed Environment -- Chapter 2. Agroforestry Matches the Evolving Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Agenda in Asia and Africa -- Chapter 3. Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration in Africa: Evidence for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Drylands -- Chapter 4. Urban and Peri-urban Agroforestry to Sustain Livelihood and Food Security in the Face of Global Environmental Change and Epidemic Threats -- Part II. Landscape Restoration and Combating Desertification -- Chapter 5. Agroforestry for Climate Change Resilience in Degraded Landscapes -- Chapter 6. The Great Green Wall Initiatives and Opportunities for Integration of Dryland Agroforestry to Mitigate Desertification -- Chapter 7. Silvopastoral Systems on Degraded Lands for Soil Carbon Sequestration and Climate Change Mitigation -- hapter 8. Utilization of Saline and Other Poor-quality Waters to Sustain Agroforestry Production -- Chapter 9. Potential of Agroforestry Systems for Food Security, Climate Change Mitigation, Landscape Restoration and Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal -- Part III: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services -- Chapter 10. The Role of Agroforestry Systems for Enhancing Biodiversity and Provision of Ecosystem Services in Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia -- Chapter 11. Potentials of Indigenous Fruit Trees in Enhancing Nutrition, Income and Biodiversity Conservation in African Agroforestry -- Chapter 12. Ethnic Homestead Gardens: Diversity, Management and Conservation -- Chapter 13. Agroforestry for Plant Diversity and Livelihood Security in Southwest Asia -- Chapter 14. Achieving Biodiversity Conservation, Livelihood Security and Sustainable Development Goals through Agroforestry in Coastal and Island Regions of India and South East Asia -- Chapter 15. Biodiversity and Ecosystems Services of the Agroforestry Systems of the Himalayan Region: An Overview -- Chapter 16. Soil Biodiversity and Litter Decomposition in Agroforestry Systems of the Tropical Regions of Asia and Africa -- Part IV: Analytical Approaches and Policy Perspective -- Chapter 17. Agroforestry Suitability Mapping: A Geospatial Approach for Quantifying Land Potential for Intensification -- Chapter 18. Agroforestry as a Climate-Smart Agriculture: Strategic Interventions, Current Practices and Policies -- Chapter 19. Agroforestry as a Key Intervention to Achieve Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Targets -- Chapter 20. Potential of Traditional Agroforestry Systems for Intensification of Agriculture and Meeting Global Goals: Lessons from Asia and Africa -- Chapter 21. A Framework for Analysing Spatial Patterns and Extent of Influence by Single Trees on Ecosystem Properties in Agroforestry -- Chapter 22. Integrating Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala in Agroforestry for Adaptation and Mitigation of Climate Change in Asia and Africa -- Chapter 23. Payment for Ecosystem Services from Agroforestry: Case Studies and Lessons -- Chapter 24. Agroforestry for Sustaining Industrial Raw Materials: Experience from a Value Chain Leveraged Consortium Model -- Chapter 25. Synthesis: Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa.
    Abstract: This edited book opens up new vistas for sustainable intensification in agriculture to provide food to ever growing population as well as adapting to the risks of global environmental change. Diverting from conventional agriculture, the book explores new dimensions and concepts that have been identified for future research and development in sustaining agriculture in Asia and Africa regions. The chapters are written by leading researchers and practitioners in the field of agroforestry. The book demonstrates how agroforestry could be instrumental in bringing stability and sustainability in agricultural production. It offers sustainable solutions for the impending problems of climate change, ecosystem degradation, declining agricultural productivity, and uncertain food security. It is an essential resource for students in agroforestry courses, as well as a valuable introduction to the field for professionals in related areas.
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    Pages: XXII, 816 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811946028
    Series Statement: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4602-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4602-8
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    Translating Physiological Tools to Augment Crop Breeding (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Importance of integrating physiological breeding to augment crop breeding -- 2. Stacking of complex traits through physiological pre breeding -- 3. Strategies to develop heat and drought tolerant wheat varieties following physiological breeding -- 4. Developing crop varieties by physiological breeding for improving plant nutrition -- 5. Role of Transpiration in Regulating Leaf Temperature and its Application in Physiological Breeding -- 6. Photosynthesis as a trait for improving yield potential in crops -- 7. Cuticular waxes and its application in crop improvement -- 8. Radiation use efficiency (RUE)-target for improving yield potential: Current status and future prospect -- 9. Application of Stable Isotopes in Crop Improvement -- 10. Root phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 11. Root system architecture and phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 12. Harnessing Root associated traits and Rhizosphere efficiency for Crop improvement -- 13. High throughput phenomics of crops for water and nitrogen stress -- 14. Metabolomics as a selection tool for abiotic stress tolerance in crops -- 15. Remote Sensing Algorithms and their Applications in Plant Phenotyping -- 16. Endophyte mediated crop improvement: Manipulation of abiotic stress‐specific traits -- 17. Impact of high temperature stress on selected food grain crops -- 18. Morpho-physiological basis of finger millet to withstand climatic extremes: A special reference to drought -- 19. Comprehending the physiological efficiency of millets under abiotic stress -- 20. Role of Next-generation sequencing in trait identification, genetic mapping, and crop improvement -- 21. Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Agriculture.
    Abstract: This book covers different physiological processes, tools, and their application in crop breeding. Each chapter emphasizes on a specific trait/physiological process and its importance in crop, their phenotyping information and how best it can be employed for crop improvement by projecting on success stories in different crops. It covers wide range of physiological topics including advances in field phenotyping, role of endophytic fungi, metabolomics, application of stable isotopes, high throughput phenomics, transpiration efficiency, root phenotyping and root exudates for improved resource use efficiency, cuticular wax and its application, advances in photosynthetic studies, leaf spectral reflectance and physiological breeding in hardy crops like millets. This book also covers the futuristic research areas like artificial intelligence and machine learning. This contributed volume compiles all application parts of physiological tools along with their advanced research in these areas, which is very much need of the hour for both academics and researchers for ready reference. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, physiology, botany, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists will also find this a useful resource.
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    Pages: XIV, 457 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811974984
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7498-4
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    Legumes: Physiology and Molecular Biology of Abiotic Stress Tolerance (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Agronomy.
    Abstract: This edited volume provides state-of–the-art overview of abiotic stress responses and tolerance mechanisms of different legume crops viz., chickpea, mung bean, lentil, black gram, cowpea, cluster bean, soybean and groundnut. Legumes play an important role in human nutrition and soil health through fixation of nitrogen. Legume production and productivity are vulnerable to different abiotic stresses. A proper understanding about the physiological and molecular basis of the legume crops is essential for genetic improvement of abiotic stress tolerance. This book consists of 15 chapters covering physiological and biochemical basis, molecular physiology, molecular breeding, genetics, genomics, transgenics, epigenetics of drought, saline, high temperature and nutrient deficiency stresses, and the role of microRNAs in abiotic stress tolerance. This volume offers new perspectives in legume crop abiotic stress management, and is useful for various stakeholders, including post graduates students, scientists, environmentalists and policymakers.
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    Pages: XV, 390 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811958175
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5817-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-5817-5
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    Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Nutritional Enhancement of Vegetable Crops-(with major emphasis on broccoli-a new cole crop in India -- Chapter 2. New Systems of Vegetable Production: Vertical, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Organic, Microgreens -- Chapter 3. Bio-active Nutrients in Vegetables for a Healthy Life -- Chapter 4. Nutritive Vegetable crops germplasm for future food security -- Chapter 5. Nutritive Vegetable Production and Protection with the use of Virekshayurved based Herbal Kunapjal -- Chapter 6. Nutrition Rich Microgreens- An opportunity for Nutri-preneurs -- Chapter 7. On Farm Organic Input Generation for quality Vegetable Production -- Chapter 8. Bitter gourd- A Vegetable Crop for Nutrition and Health Security -- Chapter 9. Nutrition in Potato and Food Products -- Chapter 10. Antioxidants and Health Benefits of Brinjal -- Chapter 11. Home Gardening-The Way Forward to be Safe and Healthy -- Chapter 12. Andaman’s Indigenous Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 13. Off-season vegetable growing for nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 14. Capsicums for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 15. Genetic Resources of Vegetable Crops-A potential Source of Nutrition and Entrepreneurship in NEH region of India -- Chapter 16. Moringa for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 17. Mushrooms for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 18. Aquatic Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 19. Tropical Tuber Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 20. Legume Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 21. Underexploited Vegetables of Coastal India for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 22. Root Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship.
    Abstract: This edited book is compiled by renowned Horticultural scientist Padma Shri Prof. Brahma Singh and Former Head of Vegetable Science Division, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi Dr Pritam Kalia. The book is mainly focused on two aspects of vegetable crops – nutrition and entrepreneurial potential. The book explains the importance of vegetables crops as essential food items for managing food security and malnutrition. Since vitamins and minerals deficiency is on the increase globally, this book highlights the presence and availability of essential nutrients, vitamins in addition to other food constituents necessary for human health. The book also emphasizes on the potential of vegetables crops as an affordable avenue for entrepreneurial ventures. It explains the important steps in respect of vegetable crops, such as production, harvesting, packaging, transport, storage, marketing of fresh vegetables, processing and value-addition etc. The book chapters are written in simple language with recent scientific developments by the experienced and acknowledged scientists in the field. The book is a useful reading material for curriculum and examination requirements of undergraduate and postgraduate, and other university examinations. It is also of interest to professionals, researchers, policy makers and potential entrepreneurs in the field of vegetable crop farming.
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    Pages: XIV, 532 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811990168
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9016-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9016-8
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    Agroindustrial Waste for Green Fuel Application (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Bioenergetics. ; Agriculture. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Bioenergetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Pulses waste to biofuels -- Chapter 2. Utilization of Wheat and Maize waste as Biofuel source -- Chapter 3. Agricultural residues and manures into bioenergy -- Chapter 4. Bioenergy from cellulose of Woody Biomass -- Chapter 5. Potential Technologies for Advanced Generation Biofuels from Waste Biomass -- Chapter 6. Biological pretreatment strategies for second generation lignocellulosic biomass to enhance ethanol production -- Chapter 7. Agricultural lignocellulosic waste to Biofuels -- Chapter 8. Mixed lignocellulosic feedstocks: An effective approach for enhanced biofuel production -- Chapter 9. Bioenergy: Challenges ahead and Future -- Chapter 10. Production of bioethanol from mixed lignocellulosic biomass:Future prospects and challenges.
    Abstract: The book revisit in depth scope of agroindustrial waste for enhancement in biofuels production on practical ground. It explores and discusses various cellulose rich agro-wastes along with low cost, advance technology based options for sustainable biofuels production. Lignocellulosic biomasses are potential producer of biofuels due to renewable nature and huge occurrence. Cellulose is the main polymeric component of these biomasses apart from lignin and hemicellulose. It can be converted into fermentable sugars using cellulase enzyme which can be further converted into the renewable energy sources such as biohydrogen, bioethanol, biogas and butanol. Chapters in this title provide exclusive and critical analysis of specific biofuels production process only from lignocellulosic biomass, based on their type, property, availability, cost and most important sugar or cellulose content along with the simplest process search for converting these biomasses into biofuels to make overall process more simple and economical. It is a useful guide for academician and environmentalist who are working to explore feasible advantages associated with these kinds of waste management and their effective valorization. It is also a great resource for senior undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, professionals, and other interested individuals/groups working in the field of biofuel/bioenergy.
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    Pages: XIII, 326 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811962301
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6230-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-6230-1
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    Medicinal Plants : Their Response to Abiotic Stress (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Pharmacology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Molecular biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant Physiology. ; Pharmacology. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Molecular Biology. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Medicinal plants and abiotic stress: An overview -- Chapter 2. Medicinal plants proteomics in response to abiotic stresses -- Chapter 3. Medicinal plants metabolomics in response to abiotic stresses -- Chapter 4. Secondary metabolite production in medicinal plants under abiotic stress -- Chapter 5. Effect of temperature (cold and hot) stress on medicinal plants -- Chapter 6. Effect of water stress (drought and waterlogging) on medicinal plants -- Chapter 7. Effects of gaseous pollutants on medicinal plants -- Chapter 8. Impact of salinity stress on medicinal plants -- Chapter 9. Impact of aridity on specialized metabolism: Concentration of natural products in plants -- Chapter 10.The role of PGPRs in medicinal plants under abiotic stress -- Chapter 11. Effect of mineral nutrition and PGRs on biosynthesis and distribution of secondary plant metabolites under abiotic stress -- Chapter 12. Impact of phytoprotectants on growth and yield of medicinal plants under abiotic stress -- Chapter 13. Biostimulants and phytohormones improve productivity and quality of medicinal plants under abiotic stress -- Chapter 14. Light (high light/UV radiation) modulates adaptation mechanisms and secondary metabolite production in medicinal plants -- Chapter 15. Recent Strategies to engineer alkaloid biosynthesis in medicinal plants -- Chapter 16. Genome-editing strategies for enhanced stress tolerance in medicinal plants -- Chapter 16. Phytoremediation potential of medicinal plants -- Chapter 17. Phytoremediation potential of medicinal plants.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive overview of medicinal plants and their interaction with abiotic stress in terms of morphological, physiological, biochemical, and molecular variations, and explains the adaptation and tolerance mechanisms involved. It presents various mechanisms that become operative in medicinal plants to combat stressful situations. The book discusses the secondary metabolites and/or bioactive compounds produced in medicinal plants under abiotic stress conditions, and the use of biostimulants and/or phytoprotectants to alleviate the adverse effects of abiotic stresses on medicinal plants. Additionally, it is likely to address opportunities and challenges in molecular and omics studies of medicinal plants under abiotic stress conditions. Overall, the chapters are developed by eminent subject experts with due care and clarity and cover an up-to-date literature review with relevant illustrations. The book would cater to the need of graduate and post-graduate students, researchers as well as scientists, and may attract the attention of pharmaceutical companies/industrialists and health policymakers.
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    Pages: XI, 469 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811956119
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5611-9
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    Agricultural and Environmental Nanotechnology : Novel Technologies and their Ecological Impact (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Ecology . ; Environmental engineering. ; Bioremediation. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Ecology. ; Environmental Engineering/Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section 1 An introduction to nanoagriculture, agronanobiotechnology and nanoremediation -- Chapter 1. Nanoagriculture: Advantages and drawbacks -- Chapter 2. Agronanobiotechnology: present and prospect -- Chapter 3. Nanoremediation -- Chapter 4. Cutting-edge technologies in agriculture without hampering sustainable development -- Section 2 Nanoagriculture -- Chapter 5. Controlled Delivery of Elements, Molecules, Genetic Material, or Organisms -- Chapter 6. Nanosensors for crop management -- Chapter 7. Nanotechnology for pest management -- Chapter 8. Nanotechnology in water and wastewater treatment -- Chapter 9. The contribution of the nanotechnology to the farmer wellbeing -- Section 3 Agronanobiotechnology -- Chapter 10. Magnetofection for plant breeding -- Chapter 11. Nano and OMICs technologies -- Chapter 12. Interactions between nanomaterials and plant-microbe partnership -- Chapter 13. Nanobiological pest control -- Section 4 Nanoremediation -- Chapter 14 Nanoremediation of heavy metals in agricultural soils -- Chapter 15 Nanoremediation of organic pollutants -- Chapter 16 Phytobial remediation -- Chapter 17 Nanobioremediation -- Section 5 Ecological impacts -- Chapter 18 Nanomaterials in the human food chain -- Chapter 19 Nanotechnological achievements and the environmental degradation -- Chapter 20 Accumulation of engineered nanomaterials in soil, water and air -- Chapter 21 Collateral effects of nanopollution on human and environmental health.
    Abstract: This book highlights the best practices regarding nanoscience and nanotechnology for agriculture and environmental sectors to shape sustainable development thought to improve the quality and quantity of the agriculture products and to decrease the collateral effect of nanotechnology in the ecosystems. Besides, leading nanotechnologies are showed and discussed to guarantee their proper management in lands and ecosystems. Therefore, nanotechnologies such as agronanobiotechnology, nanofertilization, pest control, magnetofection for plant breeding, plant molecular farming, OMICs technologies, phytonanotechnology, nanoremediation, etc. are described in five sections and 21 chapters. Undoubtedly it is an ideal and updated book for undergraduate or postgraduate students, and scientists or researchers involved in nanoscience, nanotechnology, crop production, and remediation technologies as well as for those researchers that solving technical problems regarding the crop management and the human and environmental health without hampering the pursuit of sustainable development goals.
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    Pages: XI, 674 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811954542
    Series Statement: Interdisciplinary Biotechnological Advances,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5454-2
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    Agricultural Waste: Environmental Impact, Useful Metabolites and Energy Production (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Disposal of Agricultural waste and its effects on Environment, production of useful metabolites and energy: potential and challenges -- 2 Utilizing Agricultural Waste in Production of Biochar for Improving Soil Properties and Increasing Crop Yield through Field Application -- 3 Value-added products from agricultural waste -- 4 Biomaterials derived from agricultural waste – a focus on collagen -- 5 Valorization of Agricultural Lignocellulosic Plant Byproducts Following Biorefinery Approach Towards Circular Bioeconomy -- 6 Bioactive Peptides from Protein-Rich Waste -- 7 Biopolymers in sugarcane vinasse treatment and valorization -- 8 Valorization of Guava fruit by-products -- 9 Valorization of coffee by-products:An overview -- 10 Valorization of tomato fruit processing residues -- 11 Sustainable utilization of tea waste -- 12 Vitis wastes as a source of stilbenes: natural occurrence, factors affecting biosynthesis and valorization in agri-food sector -- 13 Useful bioactive compounds from Olive tree by-products (leaves, branches, fruits) -- 14 Fruit pomaces as valuable by-products of wine and cider industries -- 15 Secondary Metabolites and Antioxidant Activity of the Solid-State Fermentation in Fruit Waste/Bagasse -- 16 Green extraction techniques applied to recover chemical compounds from olive-derived biomasses -- 17 Production and use of hydrolates from the distillation process of aromatic plants -- 18 From agricultural waste to functional food products: An Overview -- 19 Recent advancements in agricultural residues valorisation into bio-products -- 20 Biogas Energy from Animal Waste -- 21 Recent Trends and Future Prospects of Nanotechnology for Agro-wastes Valorization into Biofuels.
    Abstract: This contributed volume deals with problems associated with huge biomass generated by crop plants and the processing of fruits and food materials. The main focus is to address problems associated with organic residues from agro-industrial processes. This book aims to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date account of various processes involved in the valorization of this huge biomass available from agro-industrial processes and obtaining valuable primary and secondary metabolites which will have an impact on the rural economy. Decrease in forest cover associated with the production of agriculture-based waste resulting in pollutants like smoke by burning of residual crops, waste from breweries, food processing, pruning of bushes and trees, and from industries producing proteins, vegetable oils and fruit juices etc. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, agriculture scientists and policymakers. The book brings out the latest reading material for botanists, biotechnologists, environmentalists, biologists, policymakers and NGOs working for environmental protection.
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    Pages: IX, 589 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811987748
    Series Statement: Sustainable Development and Biodiversity, 31
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8774-8
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    Enhancing Resilience of Dryland Agriculture Under Changing Climate : Interdisciplinary and Convergence Approaches (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Subsistence farming. ; Bioclimatology. ; Agriculture. ; Subsistence Agriculture. ; Climate Change Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Drylands: An Introduction -- 2. Current state and prediction of future global climate change and variability in terms of CO2 levels and temperature -- 3. Vulnerability of dryland agriculture over non-dryland agriculture toward the changing climate -- 4. Climate risk management in dryland agriculture: Technological management and institutional options to adaptation -- 5. Achieving land degradation neutrality to combat the impacts of climate change -- 6. Establishing linkages among changes in land-use, vegetation and crop lands to arrest soil erosion and desertification -- 7. Management of salt-affected soils for increasing crop productivity -- 8. Role of water harvesting and supplemental irrigation in enhancing agriculture productivity of dryland under climate change -- 9. Assessment and management of soil and water erosion in dryland ecosystem -- 10. Advances in micro-irrigation practices for improving water use efficiency in dryland agriculture -- 11. Enhancing agricultural water productivity using deficit irrigation practices in water Scarce regions -- 12. Meta-analysis studies emphasizing activities related to natural resources management for imparting resilience to dryland agriculture -- 13. Soil organic carbon sequestration in dryland soils to alleviate impacts of climate change -- 14. Soil Inorganic Carbon in drylands: An unsung player in climate change mitigation -- 15. Remediation of polluted soils for managing toxicity stress in crops of dryland ecosystems -- 16. Fertilizer management in dryland cultivation for getting stable crop yields -- 17. Development of a successful integrated farming system model for livelihood sustenance of dry land farmers -- 18. Unlocking potential of dryland horticulture in climate-resilient farming -- 19. Genetically-modified crops and crop species adapted to global warming in dry regions -- 20. Weed Management in Dryland Agriculture -- 21. Insect and Pest Management for sustaining crop production under changing climatic patterns of drylands -- 22. Potential effects of future climate changes in pest scenario -- 23. Impact of climate change on plant viral diseases -- 24. Adaptation Strategies for Protected Cultivation under Changing Climate Patterns in Dry Regions -- 25. Organic farming: prospects and challenges in drylands -- 26. Biochemical and Molecular aspects for plant improvement under climate stress -- 27. Understanding linkages between livestock sensitivity and climate variability in drylands for developing appropriate management strategies -- 28. Grass-legume intercropping for enhancing quality fodder production in drylands -- 29. Economic analysis of sustainable dryland agriculture practices -- 30. Adoption of Sustainable Dryland Technologies for Improving Livelihood of Farmers in Developing Countries -- 31. Challenges and Prospects in managing dry land agriculture under climate change scenario -- 32. Adaptive Resilience: Sustaining Dryland Agriculture the pastoralist way -- 33. Resource Conserving Mechanization Technologies for Dryland Agriculture -- 34. Agricultural mechanization for efficient utilization of input resources to improve crop production in arid region.
    Abstract: This contributed volume describes management practices based on interdisciplinary and convergence science approaches from different disciplines of agricultural science to enhance the resilience of dryland agriculture. The main focus of this book is to address the current issues and trends along with future prospects and challenges in adopting salient agricultural management practices in drylands globally under a climate-change scenario. Climate change and global warming have profound repercussions on increasing frequency, severity, and duration of droughts and/or floods, which may have implications for future productivity of dryland agriculture, e.g., more water shortages or abundances and high or low runoff rates, diminished crop yields, and reduced water productivity. In past few years, many technological advancements and management strategies have been evolved to tackle the climate-induced risks of dryland agriculture considering interdisciplinary and convergence approaches that integrate knowledge from multi-disciplines. This book is an attempt to bridge the gap in literature by unraveling controversies and characteristics of dryland ecosystems under the changing climate and dealing with detailed procedures of applying the advanced practices adapted to climate change for management of dryland agriculture. This edited book is of interest to ecologists, economists, environmentalists, geologists, horticulturalists, hydrologists, soil scientists, social scientists, natural resource conservationists and policy makers dealing with dryland agriculture. This book offers a broad understanding of dryland agriculture and assists the reader to identify both the current as well as the probable future state of dryland agriculture in a global context. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811991592
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9159-2
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    Wild Food Plants for Zero Hunger and Resilient Agriculture (2023)
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Wild food plants for zero hunger and resilient agriculture: An introduction -- Chapter 2. The culture has not faded: reliance on diverse wild edible plants in prehistory, history, and modern times -- Chapter 3. Wild Food Plants: History, Use and Impacts of Globalisation -- Chapter 4. Global traditional food systems that are based on wild food plants -- Chapter 5. Usage of wild edible plants among upland indigenous communities of Northeast India -- Chapter 6. Nutritional and health benefits of high altitude wild food plant, Hippophae rhamnoides for the Himalayan Communities -- Chapter 7. Nutritional potential of wild edible rose hips in India for food security -- Chapter 8. Ethnic mountain foods of Western and Eastern Himalaya, India -- Chapter 9. Reemergence of pseudocereals as super foods for food security and human health: Current progress and future prospects -- Chapter 10. Nutraceutical potential of tropical wild edible plants of India -- Chapter 11. Utilization of wild food plants for crop improvement programs -- Chapter 12. Conservation of wild food plants and crop wild relatives: planning, strategies, priorities and legal frameworks -- Chapter 13. Databases relevant to wild food plants -- Chapter 14. A comprehensive update on traditional agricultural knowledge of farmers in India.
    Abstract: The edited volume brings out a comprehensive collection of information relevant to wild food plants, their importance for global sustainable food security, future-readiness, and resilient agriculture. The book's primary focus is to cover topics on the diversity of wild food plants across the globe, their nutraceutical importance, production-consumption trends, integration into the current food menu, and marketing and livelihood opportunities to the indigenous people. Sustainable development goals 1, 2, and 3 are significant for a poverty-free, hunger-free world and ensure good health and wellbeing of the people, respectively. The three goals are important and interlinked as achieving zero poverty will help reduce hunger among the people. Availability of nutritional and balanced food ensures good health. Wild food plants are an essential part of a nourishing and healthy diet for indigenous communities. They are globally collected from natural habitats or cultivated at more minor scales. Although consumed locally, they are an essential part of the diets of tribal and indigenous communities worldwide and hold immense potential to alleviate global hunger. Considering their importance for global sustainable food security, it is essential to clearly understand the future role of wild food plants for future readiness and resilient agriculture. Therefore, this book provides a piece of important information on these aspects. The book is a valuable resource for the audience ranging from undergraduate science students to the NGOs and institutions involved in poverty alleviation programs, policymakers, dieticians, horticulturists, plant breeders, farmers, health experts, and food enthusiasts.
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    Pages: XVI, 386 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811965029
    Series Statement: Plant Life and Environment Dynamics,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6502-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-6502-9
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    Sustainable Valorization of Agriculture & Food Waste Biomass : Application in Bioenergy & Useful Chemicals (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food science. ; Bioenergetics. ; Agriculture. ; Food Science. ; Bioenergetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter-01 Waste biomass valorization and its application in the environment -- Chapter-2 Biomass valorization as Energy production using waste biomass -- Chapter-3 Volatile Organic Compounds Impacts on Environment Bio-filtration an effective control method-A Review -- Chapter - 4 Utilization of waste Biomass for producing useful Chemical -- Chapter-5 Forestry biomass as carbon neutral source for the production of biofuels and aromatics -- Chapter-6 Biomass (Algae) Valorization as an Energy Perspective: Review of Process Options and Utilization -- Chapter-7 Bio-hydrogen Production Using Agricultural Biowaste Materials -- Chapter-8 Conversion of Food Waste into Valuable Products -- Chapter-9 Food Waste Materials for Bioenergy Production -- Chapter-10 Biochar for sustainable crop production -- Chapter-11 Production of alternative fuel from lignocellulosic kitchen waste through pyrolysis -- Chapter-12 Generation of bio-energy from industrial waste materials.
    Abstract: This edited book focuses on agricultural and food waste biomass valorization in various fields such as energy and environment and the development of several other value-added products. The chapters in this book cover different areas like sources of agricultural and food wastes, recent trends on waste utilization, innovations and sustainability of techniques, and challenges associated with valorization of wastes. In the last few decades, scientists and researchers of different countries predicted that waste material generated due to global problems can be used as a potential feeding material for the manufacturing of different valuable products. Hence, there is a need for more research and development of several other value-added products from waste materials. Proper utilization of these waste materials has been discussed in this book. It also covers the bioactive recovery from food waste, health benefits of extracted bioactive, and utilization of valorized products. The book also explores future technological challenges and sustainability issues. This title is a great resource for environmental and chemical engineers, food scientists, food researchers and technologists, as well as for students and professionals working in this field.
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    Pages: XV, 309 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819905263
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0526-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0526-3
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    Science of Rice Chemistry and Nutrition (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food science. ; Biotechnology. ; Nutrition   . ; Agriculture. ; Food Science. ; Biotechnology. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Rice Chemistry, Nutrition and Processing: An Introduction -- Chapter 2. The Structure of Rice Starch and its Application -- Chapter 3. Rice Proteins and Their Applications -- Chapter 4. The Oil from Rice Bran and Its Processing Technology -- Chapter 5. Extraction and Identification of Rice Polyphenols and Related Health Benefits -- Chapter 6. Dietary Fiber from Rice By-products and Its Applications -- Chapter 7. Postharvest Processing of Rice -- Chapter 8. Cooking of Rice -- Chapter 9. Storage of Cooked Rice -- Chapter 10. Commercial Processing of Rice -- Chapter 11. Germinated Brown Rice -- Chapter 12. Impact of Heat-Moisture Treatment on Hierarchical Structure and Functional Properties of Rice Starch -- Chapter 13. Perspective of Future Rice Processing.
    Abstract: This book presents the knowledge of rice chemistry and nutrition. It includes identification, analysis, and application of bioactive chemical components of rice, the starch digestibility after pre-treatment, domestic cooking or processing, and the structure changes at multiple scales during processing and digestion. The novel application of rice starch, protein, polyphenols, dietary fiber, and the next generation of healthy rice products is summarized and the underline mechanisms of starch digestion are also revealed. Particularly, the advanced technologies for the fortification of rice nutrition as well as the challenges for the future rice processing industry are also included. This book provides the most recent research progresses and the state-of-the-art technologies regarding rice nutrition & chemistry to students, researchers, and technologists who are interested in rice and the fields of food science, nutrition, and food engineering.
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    Pages: VIII, 293 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819932245
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3224-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-3224-5
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    Microbial products for future industrialization (2023)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Biology Technique. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1.Microbial product commercialization: Lab to Industry -- Chapter 2.Assessment of microbes & microbial products for future industrialization -- Chapter 3.Design and operation of new microbial product biopocessing system -- Chapter 4.Industrial aspect of marine bioprocessing -- Chapter 5.Application of cutting age molecular biotechnological tools in microbial bioprocessing -- Chapter 6.Bio-refinery for microbial products -- Chapter 7.Bioprospecting of microbes for value generation from wastes -- Chapter 8.Emerging microbial enzymes for future industrialization -- Chapter 9.Bioethanol from microbial fermentation of prospecting biomass -- Chapter 10.Microbial biodiesel for future commercialization -- Chapter 11.Microbial production of bioactive compounds -- Chapter 12.Future microbial products for pharmaceuticals industry -- Chapter 13.Microbial pigments and paints for clean environment -- Chapter 14.Organic acids and solvents production from microbial fermentation -- Chapter 15.Microbial biomaterials and their industrial application -- Chapter 16.Advanced recombinant DNA technology for improved microbial product formation -- Chapter 17.Microbial products for bioremediation -- Chapter 18.Green synthesis of microbial nanoparticles -- Chapter 19. Electrochemically-active microorganisms -- Chapter 20.Techno-economic feasibility analysis of microbial product commercialization -- Chapter 21.Ethical issues of microbial products for industrialization.
    Abstract: This book “Microbial Products for Future Industrialization” focuses on the exploitation of various advanced microbial and molecular biology technologies and their associated processes, especially the microbial-molecular-chemical nexus, for the future industrialization of emerging new microbial products. The descriptions given in its chapters take the reader through an entire journey of new emerging microbial products from lab to industry and provide new information that has not yet been fully exploited for future industrialization steps. This volume is a great resource for readers seeking a more comprehensive material covering the technical, economic, and societal aspects that impact bioprocessing of microbial products at the industrial level along with biotechnological intervention for better production of microbial products in near future. This book also encompasses advanced and updated information as well as future directions for young researchers and scientists, and academics who are working in the field of microbial product production related to sustainability.
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    Pages: XII, 411 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819917372
    Series Statement: Interdisciplinary Biotechnological Advances,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1737-2
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    Bioinoculants: Biological Option for Mitigating global Climate Change (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant diseases. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_ Microbial inoculants in the climate change scenario: An overview -- Chapter 2_Climate change, its effects on soil health and role of bioinoculants in mitigating climate change -- Chapter 3_ Emerging weeds under climate change and their microbial management -- Chapter 4_Climate change and agriculture: Impact assessment and sustainable alleviation approach using Rhizomicrobiome -- Chapter 5_Micronutrient mobilizer microorganisms: Significance in crop sustainability -- Chapter 6_Legume-rhizobium symbiosis and beyond: producing synthetic communities for increasing crop production under climate change challenges -- Chapter 7_Salinity mitigation using microbial inoculants -- Chapter 8_Cyanobacterial bioinoculants for abiotic stress management in the changing climate scenario -- Chapter 9_Alleviation of drought stress and amelioration of tomato plant growth by bacterial inoculants for mitigating climate change -- Chapter 10_Associative nitrogen fixers- Options for mitigating climate change -- Chapter 11_Trichoderma-based bioinoculant: A potential tool for sustainable rice cultivation -- Chapter 12_Photosynthetic microorganisms and their role in mitigating climate change through C sequestration and plant-soil interactions -- Chapter 13_Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi: A keystone to climate-smart agriculture -- Chapter 14_Microbial siderophores in sustainable agriculture applications - preventing and mitgating effects of climate change. .
    Abstract: This edited book covers various bioinoculants for sustainable crop production under the changing global climate. The book envisages a compilation of articles relevant to the current status of production and use of novel microbial inoculants for different crops and highlights their role in mitigating global climate challenges. These include nutrient deficiencies, salinity, drought, and emerging pathogens. In addition, success stories and commercialization aspects are also discussed. Growing environmental concerns related to climate change can potentially decrease the global yield capacity of agricultural systems. Agricultural productivity is severely affected by major biotic and abiotic factors. The phytomicrobiome plays a critical role in the survival of the holobiont, particularly for plants growing in extreme environments. The use of microbial-based agricultural inputs has a long history, beginning with a broad-scale rhizobial inoculation of legumes in the early twentieth century. Microbial inoculants are considered one of the best and most effective strategies for sustainable agriculture under climate change, and a viable solution to meet the twin challenges of global food security and environmental sustainability. It is therefore imperative to understand the current status and development in the area of bioinoculants from a global perspective. The chapter’s focus would be on major agro-ecologies, covering all major crops across the globe, along with the commercialization status of different bioinoculants in different countries The book caters to the needs of the students, faculty, policymakers, and researchers working in the area of microbiology, biotechnology, environmental sciences, and botany. .
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    Pages: XVII, 317 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819929733
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2973-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2973-3
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    Plant Physiology, Development and Metabolism (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Plants Development. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Plant Development.
    Description / Table of Contents: UNIT I. TRANSPORT OF WATER AND NUTRIENTS -- 1. Concepts of Plant Water Relations -- 2. Essential and Functional Mineral Elements -- 3. Mechanisms of Water and Solute Transport -- UNIT II. METABOLISM -- 4. Concepts in Metabolism -- 5. Photosynthesis -- 6. Source-to-Sink Translocation of Photoassimilates -- 7. Respiration -- 8. ATP Synthesis -- 9. Metabolism of Storage Carbohydrates -- 10. Lipid Metabolism -- 11. Nitrogen Metabolism -- 12. Sulfur, Phosphorus and Iron Metabolism -- UNIT III. DEVELOPMENT -- 13. Light Perception and Transduction -- 14. Plant Growth regulators – An Overview -- 15. Auxins -- 16. Cytokinins -- 17. Gibberellins -- 18. Abscisic Acid -- 19. Ethylene -- 20. Brassinosteroids -- 21. Jasmonic Acid -- 22. Novel Plant Growth Regulators and Gaseous Signaling Molecules -- 23. Signal Perception and Transduction Mechanisms -- 24. Embryogenesis, Growth and Differentiation -- 25. Flowering -- 26. Pollination, Fertilization and Seed Development -- 27. Fruit Development and Ripening -- 28. Seed Dormancy and Germination -- 29. Plant Movements -- 30. Senescence and Programmed Cell Death -- UNIT IV. STRESS PHYSIOLOGY -- 31. Abiotic Stress -- 32. Biotic Interactions -- UNIT V. APPLIED PLANT PHYSIOLOGY -- 33. Secondary Metabolites -- 34. Crop Physiology and Biotechnology -- GLOSSARY -- SUBJECT INDEX.
    Abstract: This textbook is second edition of popular textbook of plant physiology and metabolism. The first edition of this book gained noteworthy acceptance (more than 4.9 Million downloads) among graduate and masters level students and faculty world over, with many Universities recommending it as a preferred reading in their syllabi. The second edition provides up to date and latest information on all the topics covered while also including the basic concepts. The text is supported with clear, easy to understand Figures, Tables, Box items, summaries, perspectives, thought-provoking multiple-choice questions, latest references for further reading, glossary and a detailed subject index. Authors have also added a number of key concepts, discoveries in the form of boxed- items in each chapter. Plant physiology deals with understanding the various processes, functioning, growth, development and survival of plants in normal and stressful conditions. The study involves analysis of the above-stated processes at molecular, sub-cellular, cellular, tissue and plant level in relation with its surrounding environment. Plant physiology is an experimental science, and its concepts are very rapidly changing through applications from chemical biology, cytochemical, fluorometric, biochemical and molecular techniques, and metabolomic and proteomic analysis. Consequently, this branch of modern plant biology has experienced significant generation of new information in most areas. The newer concepts so derived are being also rapidly put into applications in crop physiology. Novel molecules, such nanourea, nitric oxide, gaseous signalling molecules like hydrogen sulphide, are rapidly finding significant applications among crop plants. This textbook, therefore, brings forth an inclusive coverage of the field contained in 35 chapters, divided into five major units. It serves as essential reading material for post-graduate and undergraduate students of botany, plant sciences, plant physiology, agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences. This textbook is also of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists, and policymakers. .
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    Pages: XXVII, 899 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 2nd ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819957361
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5736-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-5736-1
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    Agricultural Implications of Fukushima Nuclear Accident (IV) : After 10 Years (2023)
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    Keywords: Pollution. ; Agriculture. ; Radiation dosimetry. ; Forestry. ; Physiology. ; Environmental monitoring. ; Pollution. ; Agriculture. ; Radiation Dosimetry and Protection . ; Forestry. ; Animal Physiology. ; Environmental Monitoring.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. An Overview of our research -- 2. Recovery of Food Production from Radioactive Contamination Caused by the Fukushima Nuclear Accident -- 3. Annual Reduction of Transfer Factors of Radiocesium from Soil to Rice Cultivated in a KCl Fertilized and Straw Plowed-in Paddy Field from 2015 to 2021 -- 4. Effects of radiocesium from suspended matter and fallout on agricultural products -- 5. Verification of Uptake and Transport Properties of Cesium in Hydroponically Cultivated Quercus Serrata -- 6. Candidates for breeding target genes related to cesium transport in plants after the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident -- 7. Evaluation of the Absorption of Different Forms of Cesium from Soil -- 8. Structure, Composition, and Physicochemical Properties of Radiocesium-Bearing Microparticles Emitted by the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant Accident -- 9. Verification of Effects on Crops and Surrounding Environment in Agriculture Using Radioactively Contaminated Grass Silage Compost Made by Aerobic Ultra-High Temperature Fermentation -- 10. Transport of 137Cs into Fruits after External Deposition onto Japanese Persimmon Trees -- 11. Progress Towards Managing Radiocesium Contamination in Orchards -- 12. Overview of Radiocesium Dynamics in Forests: First Decade and Future Perspectives -- 13. Toward the Estimation of Radiocesium Activity Concentration in Trunks of Coppiced Quercus Serrata: Leaf Availability Instead of Felling -- 14. Decomposition of Organic Matters in a Forest Floor Enhanced Downward Migration of Radioactive Cs after the Accident of the FDNPP -- 15. Effect of exchangeable and non-exchangeable potassium in soil on cesium uptake by Quercus serrata seedlings -- 16. Ten-year Transition of Radiocesium Contamination in Wild Mushrooms in the University of Tokyo Forests after the Fukushima Accident -- 17. Challenge to resume production of mushroom bed logs by potassium fertilizer application -- 18. Studies on the revitalization of radioactive-contaminated mushroom log forests: focus on shoots -- 19. Contribution of cesium-bearing microparticles to cesium in soil and river water of the Takase River watershed and their effect on the distribution coefficient -- 20. Global Fallout: Radioactive Materials from Atmospheric Nuclear Tests That Fell Half a Century Ago and Where to Find Them -- 21. Resilience Education Program in Iitate Village for the Young Generation.
    Abstract: This open access book presents the findings from on-site research into radioactive cesium contamination in various agricultural systems affected by the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant accident in March 2011. This fourth volume in the series reports on studies undertaken at contaminated sites such as farmland and forests, focusing on soil, water, mountain, agricultural products, and animals. It also provides additional data collected in the subsequent years to show how the radioactivity levels in agricultural products and their growing environments have changed with time and the route by which radioactive materials entered agricultural products as well as their movement between different components (e.g., soil, water, and trees) within an environmental system (e.g., forests). The book covers various topics, including radioactivity testing of food products; decontamination trials for rice and livestock production; the state of contamination in, trees, mushrooms, and timber; the dynamics of radioactivity distribution in paddy fields and upland forests; damage incurred by the forestry and fishery industries; and the change in consumers’ attitudes. In the series of this book, a real-time radioisotope imaging system has been introduced, a pioneering technique to visualize the movement of cesium in soil and in plants. This is the only book to provide systematic data on the actual change of radioactivity, which is of great value to all researchers who wish to understand the effect of radioactive fallout on agriculture. In addition, it helps the general public better understand radio-contamination issues in the environment. The project is ongoing; the research groups from the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences of The University of Tokyo continue their work in the field further to evaluate the long-term effects of the Fukushima accident.
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    ISBN: 9789811993619
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9361-9
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    Root-Derived Bicarbonate Assimilation in Plants (2023)
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    Keywords: Environmental chemistry. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant ecology. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Past, Present and Future of Inorganic Carbon Assimilation -- Physiological Effects of Bicarbonate on Plants -- The Diversity, Plasticity and Roles of Carbonic Anhydrase in Inorganic Carbon Utilization in Plants -- Bidirectional Isotope Tracing Culture Technology and Bicarbonate Use by Plants -- Root-derived Inorganic Carbon Assimilation by Plants in Karst Environments.
    Abstract: This book summarizes the physiological effects of bicarbonate in plants and systematically introduces readers to a bidirectional isotope labeling tracer technique used to quantify the contribution of root-derived bicarbonate to total photosynthetic inorganic carbon assimilation in plants. This method helps to shed light on the role of dissolved inorganic carbon from the soil in overall photosynthesis, an aspect that has been underestimated or neglected entirely in the past. The book quantifies the capacity for root-derived bicarbonate assimilation in certain plant species and illustrates the coupling relationship between karstification and photosynthesis. Further, it demonstrates that root-derived bicarbonate utilization is as important as stomatal-derived inorganic carbon assimilation in biological evolution and plant adaptation to the environment. Using numerous models, it also illustrates carbon isotopic mixtures in complex inorganic carbon utilization and supplements the results with numerical calculations presented as tables and figures. In short, the book offers a strikingly new perspective on photosynthesis.
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    ISBN: 9789819941254
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4125-4
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    Heavy Metal Toxicity: Environmental Concerns, Remediation and Opportunities (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Ecology . ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 - Cadmium toxicity in plants: uptake, translocation and phyto-remediation strategy -- Chapter 2 - Heavy metal/metalloid contamination: Their sources in environment and accumulation in food chain -- Chapter 3 - Heavy metal/metalloid contamination: Impact on human health and mitigation strategies -- Chapter 4 - Heavy Metal Pollution in the Environment: Impact on Air Quality and Human Health Implications -- Chapter 5 - Heavy Metals Contamination in Surface Water Bodies through Construction & Demolition Waste: a case study of city of lakes - Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India -- Chapter 6 - Soil Deterioration and Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination -- Chapter 7 - Heavy metal contamination in ground water: Environmental concerns and mitigation measures -- Chapter 8 - Effect of Heavy Metals on Roadside Vegetation -- Chapter 9 - Heavy Metal Pollution in Atmosphere from Vehicular Emission -- Chapter 10 - Life Cycle Assessment of Heavy Metal Toxicity in the Environment -- Chapter 11 - Metalliferous soil remediation through heavy metal resistant plant growth-promoting bacteria: prospects and paradigms -- Chapter 12 - Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals - Reaction mechanisms and selected efficient technologies of heavy metals contamination -- Chapter 13 - Industrial Wastewater Treatment Strategies -- Chapter 14 - Brassica Juncea L.: A Potential Crop for Phytoremediation of Various Heavy Metals -- Chapter 15 - Phytoremediation of Heavy Metals -- Chapter 16 - Bioremediation of mining sites - sustainable approach to restore healthy ecosystem -- Chapter 17 - Industrial Pollution Management Approach -- Chapter 18 - Harnessing Green Energy Along with Precious Metal Recovery from Wastewater in Bio-electrochemical Systems: A Win-Win Scenario -- Chapter 19 - Minimization of Cadmium Toxicity in Wheat by Exogenous Application of Hydroxamate Siderophore. Chapter 20-Microbial remediation of Heavy Metals.
    Abstract: This contributed volume covers a comprehensive account of the sources, toxic biological as well as environmental impacts, and possible remediation strategies for contamination by heavy metals. In biological systems, toxic metals affect the integrity of cellular organelles and act as carcinogens causing chromosomal aberrations or as systemic toxicants leading to cardiovascular, neurobehavioral, and immunological disorders. In plants, they interfere with photosynthesis, fertility, metabolite, and chlorophyll synthesis. Toxicity induced by heavy metals involves mechanistic approaches that need to be understood properly. They cannot be degraded by biological or chemical means and thus can only be converted to less harmful forms. The conventional detection methods include biosensors, voltammetry, atomic absorption spectrometry, and inductively coupled plasma with atomic emission spectrometry. All such strategies for metal detection and mitigation strategies are covered in this title under one section. This book incorporates classical views along with modern scientific approaches to develop an understanding of the subject matter suitable for academicians, researchers, planners, policymakers, NGOs, and environmental consultancies and raise awareness on this concern. Topics representing diverse sections namely environmental impacts, biological effects, and methods used for detection and remediation have been included to address all possible contemporary issues on the topic in one concise volume. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819903979
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0397-9
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    Mutation Breeding for Sustainable Food Production and Climate Resilience (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Food science. ; Biotechnology. ; Biology Technique. ; Genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Food Science. ; Biotechnology. ; Genetic Techniques.
    Abstract: This book highlights the recent progress on the applications of mutation breeding technology in crop plants. Plant breeders and agriculturists are faced with the new challenges of climate change, human population growth, and dwindling arable land and water resources which threaten to sustain food production worldwide. Genetic variation is the basis which plant breeders require to produce new and improved cultivars. The understanding of mutation induction and exploring its applications has paved the way for enhancing genetic variability for various plant and agronomic characters, and led to advances in gene discovery for various traits. Induced mutagenesis has played a significant role in crop improvement and currently, the technology has resulted in the development and release of more than 3600 mutant varieties in most of the crop plants with great economic impact. The field of ‘mutation breeding’ has come long way to become an important approach for crop improvement. This book covers various methodologies of mutation induction, screening of mutants, genome editing and genomics advances and mutant gene discovery. The book further discusses success stories in different countries and applications of mutation breeding in food crops, horticultural plants and plantation crops. This informative book is very useful to plant breeders, students and researchers in the field of agriculture, plant sciences, food science and genetics.
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    Pages: XVIII, 809 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811697203
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9720-3
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    IoT and AI in Agriculture : Self- sufficiency in Food Production to Achieve Society 5.0 and SDG's Globally (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Machine learning. ; Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Machine Learning. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. IoT x AI: Introducing Agricultural Innovation for Global Food Production -- Chapter 2. Transforming Controlled Environment Plant Production toward Circular Bioeconomy Systems -- Chapter 3. Artificial Lighting Systems for Plant Growth and Development in Indoor Farming -- Chapter 4. An IoT-based Precision Irrigation System to Optimize Plant Water Requirements for Indoor and Outdoor Farming Systems -- Chapter 5. Artificial Intelligence & Internet of Things: Application in Urban Water Management -- Chapter 6.Purification of Agricultural Polluted Water Using Solar Distillation and Hot Water Producing with Continuous Monitoring Based on IoT -- Chapter 7. Long Range Wide Area Network (LoRaWAN) for Oil Palm Soil Monitoring -- Chapter 8. Application of Smart Machine Vision in Agriculture, Forestry, Fishery, and Animal Husbandry -- Chapter 9. Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture: Commitment to Establish Society 5.0 -- Chapter 10. Potentials of Deep Learning Frameworks for Tree Trunk Detection in Orchard to Enable Autonomous Navigation System -- Chapter 11. Real Time Pear Fruit Detection and Counting Using YOLOv4 Models and Deep SORT -- Chapter 12. Pear Recognition in an Orchard from 3D Stereo Camera Datasets to Develop an Autonomous Mechanism Compared with Deep Learning Algorithms -- Chapter 13. Thermal Imaging and Deep Learning Object Detection Algorithms for Early Embryo Detection – A Methodology Development Addressed to Quail Precision Hatching -- Chapter 14. Intelligent Sensing and Robotic Picking of Kiwifruit in Orchard -- Chapter 15. Low-cost Automatic Machinery Development to Increase Timeliness and Efficiency of Operation for Small Scale Farmers to Achieve SDGs -- Chapter 16. Vision-based Leader Vehicle Trajectory Tracking for Multiple Agricultural Vehicles -- Chapter 17. Autonomous Robots in Orchard Management: Present status and future trends -- Chapter 18. Comparing Soil Moisture Retrieval from Water Cloud Model and Neural Network Using PALSAR-2 for Oil Palm Estates -- Chapter 19. Development of a Recognition System for Spraying Areas from Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Using a Machine Learning Approach -- Chapter 20. Basal Stem Rot Disease Classification by Machine Learning Using Thermal Images and an Imbalanced Data Approach -- Chapter 21. Early Detection of Plant Disease Infection using Hyperspectral Data and Machine Learning -- Chapter 22. The Spectrum of Autonomous Machinery Development to Increase Agricultural Productivity for Achieving Society 5.0 in Japan.
    Abstract: This book reviews recent innovations in the smart agriculture space that use the Internet of Things (IoT) and sensing to deliver Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutionsto agricultural productivity in the agricultural production hubs. In this regard, South and Southeast Asia are one of the major agricultural hubs of the world, facing challenges of climate change and feeding the fast-growing population. To addresssuch challenges, a transboundary approach along with AI and BIG data for bioinformatics are required to increase yield and minimize pre- and post-harvest losses in intangible climates to drive the sustainable development goal (SDG) for feeding a major part of the 9 billion population by 2050 (Society 5.0 SDG 1 & 2). Therefore, this book focuses on the solution through smart IoT and AI-based agriculture including pest infestation and minimizing agricultural inputs for in-house and fields production such as light, water, fertilizer and pesticides to ensure food security aligns with environmental sustainability. It provides a sound understanding for creating new knowledge in line with comprehensive research and education orientation on how the deployment of tiny sensors, AI/Machine Learning (ML), controlled UAVs, and IoT setups for sensing, tracking, collection, processing, and storing information over cloud platforms for nurturing and driving the pace of smart agriculture in this current time. The book will appeal to several audiences and the contents are designed for researchers, graduates, and undergraduate students working in any area of machine learning, deep learning in agricultural engineering, smart agriculture, and environmental science disciplines. Utmost care has been taken to present a varied range of resource areas along with immense insights into the impact and scope of IoT, AI and ML in the growth of intelligent digital farming and smart agriculture which will give comprehensive information to the targeted readers. .
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    Pages: XVII, 461 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811981135
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8113-5
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    Induced Mutation Breeding (2023)
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    Keywords: Genetics. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction/Review -- Chapter 2. Impact of Mutation Technique -- Chapter 3. Definition -- Chapter 4. Mutagens -- Chapter 5. Experiment and Data Collection -- Chapter 6. Radiosensitivity -- Chapter 7. LD50 dose -- Chapter 8. Chromosomal Aberrations -- Chapter 9. Morphological abnormalities -- Chapter 10. Histology -- Chapter 11. Effects on Pollen grain -- Chapter 12. Colchi-Mutation -- Chapter 13. Combined treatment -- Chapter 14. Recurrent Irradiation -- Chapter 15. Detection of Mutations. .
    Abstract: The book is an excellent reference collection of the research conducted by different workers on induced mutagenesis, worldwide, for more than 80 years. One can get almost all mutation breeding references at one place. The book gives a coherent and concise account of all the important and relevant aspects related to induced mutagenesis with an emphasis on recent developments in the field of crop improvement. The references have been arranged crop wise and important topic wise which deal with not only classical mutation breeding but also spontaneous mutations, somaclonal variations, nanoparticles, and relevant modern aspects. The book highlights 22 chapters covering holistic information on almost all important components such as radiosensitivity, chromosomal and morphological abnormalities, detection of mutation, management of chimera, present status of mutation etc.) of Mutation Breeding. Chapters are very informative, and one can follow the references on crop and aspect basis since the start of mutation breeding work. This book is an excellent resource for researchers and students for understanding proper applications of induced mutations in crop improvement and biological research. It is of interest and useful to graduate and postgraduate students, horticulturists, floriculturists, agricultural scientists, and breeders related to crop improvement program. .
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    Pages: XIII, 436 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994890
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9489-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9489-0
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    Genetics, Physiology and Cultivation of Moth Bean, Cowpea and Horse Gram (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Plant genetics. ; Biodiversity. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Biodiversity.
    Description / Table of Contents: Cowpea -- Chapter-1: Introduction -- Chapter-2: Genetic improvement and variability -- Chapter-3: Quality and nutrition -- Chapter-4: Cultivation -- Chapter-5: Plant Protection -- Chapter-6: Physiology and Abiotic stresses -- Chapter-7: Genetic markers and Biotechnology -- Horsegram -- Chapter-1: Introduction -- Chapter-2: Genetic improvement and variability -- Chapter-3: Quality and nutrition -- Chapter-4: Cultivation -- Chapter-5: Plant Protection -- Chapter-6: Physiology and Abiotic stresses -- Chapter-7: Genetic markers and Biotechnology -- Moth bean -- Chapter-1: Introduction -- Chapter-2: Genetic improvement and variability -- Chapter-3: Quality and nutrition -- Chapter-4: Cultivation -- Chapter-5: Plant Protection -- Chapter-6: Physiology and Abiotic stresses -- Chapter-7: Genetic markers and Biotechnology.
    Abstract: This authored book gives insight into the morphology, physiology, genetics, plant protection and biotechnology of three important arid legumes, viz., moth bean, cowpea and horse gram. There are seven chapters for each crop that provide in-depth information on cultivation, genetic improvement, plant protection measures, management of physiological and abiotic stresses along with related genetic markers and biotechnological advances pertaining to these legumes. The chapters present research findings and brief reviews concerning the advances made in the improvement of these legumes. Legumes are utilized as pulses or grains aiding as an important source of protein for both human and animal consumption and also provide raw materials to the food and feed industries. They are also valuable for soil building, improving soil quality and biological nitrogen fixation. Physiology and genetics provide an inimitable source of information on the distinct aspects of basic and applied legume research for general readers, students, academicians and researchers. Arid legumes are crops characterized by inherent features and capabilities to withstand adverse and harsh climatic conditions, significantly replenish the soil, as well as provide protein and micronutrients. Adaptability to several stresses including drought makes them key to agriculture in areas receiving scanty rainfall. This comprehensive book disseminates significant information on the genetic diversity, cultivation, manipulation through mutagenic techniques, molecular biology and other breeding techniques. The book, therefore, is of importance to teachers, researchers and policymakers who are interested to acquire knowledge about moth bean, cowpea and horse gram. It also serves as an additional reading material for MSc and PhD students of agriculture and environmental sciences. The book is also useful to national and international agricultural scientists and policymakers.
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    Pages: XXI, 396 p. 4 illus., 3 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811999567
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9956-7
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    Agro and Food Processing Technologies : Proceedings of NERC 2022 (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food Analysis. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Food Analysis. ; Agricultural Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Assessment Of Biological Activities Of Various Phytochemicals Isolated From Passion Fruit Bagasse -- Indigenous Soybean Cultivars of North East India: Source of Protein and Product Development for Climate Smart Foods -- A Review Of Bioactive Compounds And Maillard Reaction-Based Products Generated During Thermal Treatment Of Garlic -- Optimality Of Process Parameters During Refractance Window Drying Of Ginger -- Techno-Economic Efficacy Of Refractance Window Dried Curcuma Longa.
    Abstract: This book focuses on sustainable agro and food technologies for the northeast region of India and provides holistic insights into relevant and contextual scientific and technical advances in the agro-food sector. Agriculture is an important livelihood avenue for many residents of northeast India. Low-cost scientific and technological intervention can transform agricultural farm produces and generate farm waste into processed value-added products. This book will serve as a valuable resource to further enhance the linkage between managerial aspects and technological knowledge systems in this field and eventually catalyse potential knowledge frameworks for the long-term prosperity and sustainability of bio-diversity-rich North-east India. It emphasizes the research culture that needs to be adopted for the most relevant food and agro-processing technologies for the sustainable growth and prosperity of the region.
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    Pages: XXIX, 262 p. 97 illus., 76 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811997044
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9704-4
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    Molecular Interventions for Developing Climate-Smart Crops: A Forage Perspective (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Microbial ecology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Microbial Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Genetic and genomic resources of range grasses- status and future prospects -- Chapter 2. Forage genetic resources and scope for allele mining of abiotic stress tolerance -- Chapter 3. Breeding for developing higher productive tree-based forage under stress environments -- Chapter 4. Impact of Climate change on forage crop production with special emphasis on diseases and mitigation strategies through breeding and molecular approaches -- Chapter 5. Effect of nano-priming on maize under normal and stressful environment -- Chapter 6. Oxidative stress and antioxidant defense in mitigating abiotic stresses in forage crops: A physiological and biochemical perspective -- Chapter 7. Forage cropping under climate smart farming: a promising tool to ameliorate salinity threat in soils -- Chapter 8. Forage cultivation under challenging environment -- Chapter 9. Potentials and Opportunities of Agro-forestry Under Climate Change Scenario -- Chapter 10. Climate Change Impact on Forage Characteristics: An Appraisal for Livestock Production -- Chapter 11. Sustainable Use of Paddy Straw as Livestock Feed: A Climate Resilient Approach to Crop Residue Burning -- Chapter 12. Engineering Interventions for Climate Resilient Forage Production -- Chapter 13. Promotion of improved forage crop production technologies: Constraints and strategies with special reference to climate change. .
    Abstract: This edited book is collection of information on molecular interventions needed for climate-resilient forage crops. The main focus is to address the gap in the advanced scientific knowledge for the forage species. Agriculture is extremely vulnerable to climate, and even slight change in climatic factors such as temperature causes tremendous losses in yield potential. Forage crops are crucial in global food security and environmental sustainability and face several environmental challenges in field conditions. However, the research on forage crops is far-off compared to agricultural crops and causes a substantial gap in forage demand and productivity. Further, this gap is directly associated with animal health, reproduction, and productivity. Abiotic stresses mainly affect the plant's crucial processes, ultimately reducing the final yield. The problem of abiotic stresses is more frequent in forage crops as they are growing and cultivated in less productive soil and harsh conditions. This book discusses current aspects of crucial physiological, biochemical and molecular processes in forage crops, which are essential for forage crops improvement. The text's major focus is on the advanced technologies and approaches such as seed priming, bio-fortification, breeding, omics, transgenic and bioengineering of metabolic pathways in unique ways, which helps us develop innovative solutions for forage crops. This book covers all the crucial advance technologies, which help mitigate the abiotic stresses in forage crops. We believe that this book will initiate and introduce the readers to state-of-the-art developments and unique in this field of study. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policymakers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists and policymakers will also find this a worthwhile read.
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    Pages: XXIV, 236 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819918584
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1858-4
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    Women Farmers: Unheard Being Heard (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Applied ethics. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Ethics. ; Agricultural Economics. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Unheard Being Heard: Women Farmers- An Introduction -- Chapter 2. Mainstreaming women farmers: Innovations and Approach -- Chapter 3. Women Farmers or the Farmers’ Wives: Unveiling the Negotiated Gender Roles -- Chapter 4. Women farmers, constraints, and policy around them to harness maximum benefit -- Chapter 5. Challenges and Lessons Learned in Mainstreaming Gender into Rice Research and Technology Development: a case in eastern Uttar Pradesh, India -- Chapter 6. Women farmers in South Asia: Training needs and Aspiration -- Chapter 7. Is scale-appropriate farm mechanization gendered? Learning from Nepal hills -- Chapter 8. Land rights of Women in India: How much has changed after 2005 -- Chapter 9. Transformative approaches to empower tribal farmwomen of Ladakh cold arid Himalayan deserts: Challenges & Solutions -- Chapter 10. Extent of participation of farm women in decision making regarding agricultural activities -- Chapter 11. Empowering Women Farmers through Drudgery reduction and Nutritional Diversity: A KVK, Nalanda-ICAR (Government of India) Initiative -- Chapter 12. Women Farmers and Technologies in Agriculture: A review of current practices.
    Abstract: This edited volume celebrates the positive stories and small changes happening with respect to gender equality in the field of agriculture. This book identify crisis which a woman faces in the field of agriculture as a farmer. The book shares unsung stories of women farmers who are bringing change at the grassroots. It puts together the positive developments experienced by the experts, researchers, professional while working for and with women farmers, to highlight the challenges to bring equity in agriculture. Women in agriculture often lack identity where either they are recognized as farmer’s wife or a farm labourer. Women farmers who contribute 60 percent in to farm practices like sowing, transplanting, fertilizer application, weeding, harvesting, winnowing are merely recognised and provided an equal level playing field. Women are also found participating in the various forms of processing and marketing of agriculture produce, along with the cultivation but system has failed to protect their rights and offer them a platform to voice their concerns. This book shares the process, challenges, experience, strategy from the narrative of progressive women farmers so as to highlight and understand what it takes to bring changes for achieving the goals of an equitable farming ecosystems. The book is a relevant reading material for students, researchers, professionals and policy advocates in agriculture and gender research.
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    Pages: XVIII, 182 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811969782
    Series Statement: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6978-2
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    Trajectory of 75 years of Indian Agriculture after Independence (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Indian agriculture @75: Unraveling the trend and Trajectory -- Chapter 2. Contribution towards food supply and security -- Chapter 3. Changing Structure of Rural Employment and its Implications for Agriculture in India -- Chapter 4. Contributions of Technologies to Agricultural Development in India -- Chapter 5. Evolution of The Indian Seed Sector and its Role in Agricultural Growth -- Chapter 6. Rice research in India: A historical perspective -- Chapter 7. Wheat -- Chapter 8. Maize and Millets -- Chapter 9. Pulses -- Chapter 10. Role of Oilseeds and Oil Palm in Food, Nutritional and Income Security -- Chapter 11. Indian Horticulture @75 years of Independence -- Chapter 12. Growth and Developments in Livestock Sector -- Chapter 13. Fishery -- Chapter 14. Status of commercial crops (Jute, Cotton and Sugarcane) -- Chapter 15. Natural Resource Management to attain Food and Environment Security -- Chapter 16. Water -- Chapter 17. Land – a vital component of natural resource: Pre- and post-Independence status, challenges and options to achieve food and environmental security in India -- Chapter 18. Farm Mechanization -- Chapter 19. Forests to attain Food and environment security -- Chapter 20. Agrometeorological Research in India Towards Food and Environment Security -- Chapter 21. Sustainable Production Systems in Indian Agriculture -- Chapter 22. Dryland Agriculture -- Chapter 23. Biotic stress management in India– an endless fight since pre-independence -- Chapter 24. Invasive and Transboundary Pests -- Chapter 25. Bio pesticides -- Chapter 26. Trajectory of Market Reforms in India Facts and Foundation -- Chapter 27. Prospects of Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 28. The Food Processing Industry in Post-Independence Era: Performance and Way Forward -- Chapter 29. Transformation of Agricultural Extension System in India -- Chapter 30. Recent policy reforms in India.
    Abstract: This edited book focus on highlighting the evolution of Indian agriculture over the past 75 years of independence, covering every sector, viz. crop science, horticulture, management of biotic & abiotic stress, post-harvest quality management, livestock, fisheries, mechanization, marketing and human resource development. The book has 30 chapters from most experienced researchers and academicians who are actively engaged in research work on the subject area of the book. The book is in line with the strategy for new India @ 75’ brought out by NITI Ayog. It highlights India’s success stories in innovation, technology, enterprise and efficient management together to achieve overall growth while making available food, required nutrition and others ecological services. It also asses the India’s preparedness in terms of commitment toward sustainable development goal SDG). The book is a relevant reading material for both students and researchers and policy makers.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811979972
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7997-2
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    Towards Sustainable Food Production in Africa : Best Management Practices and Technologies (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Agronomy.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART 1. TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOIL FERTILITY MANAGEMENT -- Chapter 1. Animal manure and soil fertility management on smallholdings in South Africa -- Chapter 2. Integrated soil fertility management for soil fertility restoration in sub–Saharan Africa -- Chapter 3. Integrated Soil Fertility Management: A Basis for Sustainable Intensification of Maize-Based Cropping Systems of Southern Africa -- Chapter 4. Insights of microbial inoculants in complementing organic soil fertility management in African smallholder farming systems -- Chapter 5. Potential of Agroforestry Technologies and Mineral Fertilisers in Improving Soil Fertility and Crop Production in Semi-arid Areas of Africa -- Chapter 6. Integrated Soil Acidity Management for Sustainable Crop Production in South African Smallholder Farming Systems -- PART 2: WATER MANAGEMENT IN SMALLHOLDER FARMING SYSTEMS -- Chapter 7. Improving productivity of smallholder irrigation in Africa through adoption of best management practices and technologies -- Chapter 8. Being small does not make it easy: the management conundrum on smallholder canal schemes -- Chapter 9. Sustainable winery wastewater management for improving soil quality, environmental health and crop yields -- Chapter 10. Water harvesting technologies for sustainable crop production in African smallholder farming systems._ PART 3: CROP PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES AND PRACTICES -- Chapter 11. Advances in Sorghum Production in Smallholder Farming Systems of Africa -- Chapter 12. Knowledge and Innovation Approaches to Out-Scale Sorghum Adoption in Africa -- Chapter 13. Integration of cover crops into maize-based smallholder farmer systems of Southern Africa -- Part 4: CLIMATE SMART LIVESTOCK PRODUCTION SYSTEMS -- Chapter 14. Utilising Encroacher Bush in Animal Feeding -- Chapter 15. Opportunities for delivering sectoral climate-smart livestock interventions in southern Africa -- Chapter 16. The Benefits of Winter Cover Crops in Mixed Crop-Livestock Conservation Agriculture Systems of the Swartland Region, South Africa._ PART 5: URBAN AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SECURITY IN AFRICA -- Chapter 17. Urban Food Production Technologies, Innovations and Management Practices in Africa -- Chapter 18. Hydroponics in urban agriculture.
    Abstract: This edited book is focused on Sustainable Development Goal 2. It offers a comprehensive and topical collection of practices, technologies and innovations in the field of sustainable food production and security under a changing climate. It is a one-stop handbook for farmers, researchers, extensionists, policy makers and other stakeholders seeking to identify and disseminate best fit technologies for local and regional landscapes. It offers an understanding of the challenges, risks and uncertainties as well as opportunities to foster productive and sustainable food production. Smallholder farming and agriculture in general is facing a serious threat from climate change that has resulted in erratic and unpredictable rainfall and increased temperatures, among other abiotic stresses. These climate change induced pressures have reduced productivity mainly among the smallholder farmers, who are critical in driving the attainment of sustainable development goals like SDG 2, 12 and 13. The objective of the book is to document effective and practicable practices and technologies that can be adopted by smallholder African farmers as mitigation measures against the effects of climate change. This book is of interest to researchers, agricultural scientists, climate change scientists, capacity builders and policymakers.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819924271
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    Diseases in Legume Crops : Next Generation Breeding Approaches for Resistant Legume Crops (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Plant diseases. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Plant Pathology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Chickpea diseases: Breeding and ‘omics’ approaches for designing next-generation disease-resistant chickpea cultivar -- Chapter 2. Ascochyta blight of chickpea- A menace to be managed by resistance breeding -- Chapter 3. Fusarium wilt of chickpea: Breeding and Genomics approaches for designing wilt resistant chickpea -- Chapter 4. Dry root rot in chickpea: a perspective on disease resistance breeding strategies -- Chapter 5. An overview of major Bean diseases and current scenario of Common Bean Resistance -- Chapter 6. Diseases in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp): Next generation breeding techniques for developing disease resistant cowpea -- Chapter 7. Biotic stress resistance in Vigna mungo and Vigna radiata: A Molecular perspective -- Chapter 8. Disease resistance an essential for better adaptability and production of faba bean in India (Vicia faba L.) -- Chapter 9. Next generation crop breeding approaches for improving disease resistance in groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) -- Chapter 10. Disease resistance breeding in Lathyrus sativus L. -- Chapter 11. Understanding fungal diseases and their mitigation in lentils -- Chapter 12. Biotic stresses in multipurpose legume: rice bean -- Chapter 13. Genomic approaches for resistance against fungal diseases in soybean -- Chapter 14. Disease resistance and Seed production in two common New England Grain Legumes.
    Abstract: The edited book covers all major and minor diseases in grain legumes (chickpea, pigeon pea, lentil, mung bean, common bean, groundnut, and soybean) and forages legumes (including Medicago, rice bean, and faba bean) and their control measures by using various breeding approaches. Grain legumes are versatile nutritionally rich crops, and are one of the important components of global food security. However, grain legumes are severely challenged by various major and emerging minor diseases causing serious limitations in grain yield and production. Thus, to minimize the negative impact of the growing yield loss caused by these diseases, several approaches have been developed and embraced. This book covers all the latest development in genetics, breeding, genomics, and molecular biology tools for combating various major and minor emerging diseases in all the grain legumes from expert authors. Chapters in this title contain all the relevant illustrations and statistical data detailing the present scenario and identifying the gap for meeting the future demand for sustaining global protein security by developing disease-resistant cultivars. This book is of interest to graduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and policymakers to understand the impacts of various diseases on yield loss in legume crops. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819933587
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3358-7
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    Basics of Integrated Farming Systems (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Introduction -- 2. Problems of small and marginal farmers related to agriculture -- 3. What is cropping system -- 4. Crop component -- 5. Vegetable component -- 6. Horticultural component -- 7. Livestock rearing -- 8. Poultry rearing -- 9. Fish farming -- 10. Bee-keeping -- 11. Mushroom cultivation -- 12. Vermicomposting -- 13. Rabbit farming -- 14. Turkey rearing -- 15. Sericulture -- 16. Waste recycling in IFS -- 17. Sustainable Rural livelihood Security through IFS -- 18. Farming system approach and its role towards livelihood security under different farming situations -- 19. Concept of farming system in relation to conservation of natural resources -- 20. Distribution of area under different farming components in two-hectare models of farming system in a tropical and sub-tropical situation -- 21. Scope of Farming System in the Indo – Gangetic Plain to Ensure the Food Security in the Country -- 22. Organic integrated farming system -- 23. Scope of integrated nutrient management in the Indo-Gangetic plains towards food productivity enhancement in a major cropping system -- 24. Conclusion.
    Abstract: This volume on Integrated Farming Systems explains the diverse components that can be included in the agriculture sector. It is a practical guide to increasing a farm's productivity, profitability, and sustainability. The use of integrated farming systems has become essential with the growing population and the decreased availability of land resulting in the need to optimize the existing resources. By combining different farm enterprises like dairy, poultry, and fishery, farmers can achieve vertical expansion and increase their income and employment opportunities. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of integrated farming systems, from the different components that can be included to the benefits of recycling crop residues and the by-products within the farm. With practical advice for small and marginal farmers, this book offers a roadmap for improving productivity and ensuring balanced nutrition for farm families. The book is suitable for a vast audience, from a farmer looking to increase profits and sustainability, a student of agriculture at the graduate or post-graduate level, or a researcher in the field of farming systems. It is an essential resource for reaping the benefits of integrated farming systems.
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    Pages: XIV, 221 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819965564
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6556-4
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    Plant Hormones and Climate Change (2023)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Bioclimatology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Plants Development. ; Hormones. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Development. ; Hormone.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Role of phytohormones in plant responses to acid rain -- 2. The complex interaction between elevated CO2 and hormones on the control of plant growth -- 3. Role of plant hormones in plant response to elevated CO2 concentrations – above- and below-ground interactions -- 4. The intriguous roles of phytohormones in plant response to ozone interacting with other major climate-change stressors -- 5. Role of phytohormones in plant responses to acid rain -- 6. The role of plant hormones in fruit response to photo-oxidative and heat stress -- 7. Phytochrome and hormone signaling crosstalk in response to abiotic stresses in plants -- 8. Phytohormone-mediated regulation of heat stress response in plants -- 9. Phytohormones and cold stress tolerance -- 10. Drought stress: involvement of plant hormones in perception, signaling and response -- 11. Involvement of phytohormones in flooding stress tolerance in plants -- 12. Roles of long-distance signals in nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur uptake and sensing in plants -- 13. Phytohormone involvement in plant responses to soil acidity -- 14. Plant response to toxic metals: emerging sources, phytohormone role and tolerance strategies.
    Abstract: This book provides new insights into the mechanisms of plant hormone-mediated growth regulation and stress tolerance covering the most recent biochemical, physiological, genetic, and molecular studies. It also highlights the potential implications of plant hormones in ensuring food security in the face of climate change. Each chapter covers particular abiotic stress (heat stress, cold, drought, flooding, soil acidity, ozone, heavy metals, elevated CO2, acid rain, and photooxidative stress) and the versatile role of plant hormones in stress perception, signal transduction, and subsequent stress tolerance in the context of climate change. Some chapters also discuss hormonal crosstalk or interaction in plant stress adaptation and highlight convergence points of crosstalk between plant hormones and environmental signals such as light, which are considered recent breakthrough studies in plant hormone research. As exogenous application or genetic manipulation of hormones can alter crop yield under favorable and/or unfavorable environmental conditions, the utilization of plant hormones in modern agriculture is of great significance in the context of global climate change. Thus, it is important to further explore how hormone manipulation can secure a good harvest under challenging environmental conditions. This volume is dedicated to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2 and 13. The volume is suitable for plant science-related courses, such as plant stress physiology, plant growth regulators, and physiology and biochemistry of phytohormones for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students at colleges and universities. The book can be a useful reference for academicians and scientists involved in research related to plant hormones and stress tolerance.
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    ISBN: 9789811949418
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4941-8
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    Biofortification in Cereals : Progress and Prospects (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Food science. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Food Science. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Agronomical approaches for biofortification of cereal crops -- Chapter 2. Molecular approaches for biofortification of cereal crops -- Chapter 3. Molecular Approaches for Biofortification of Cereal crops -- Chapter 4. Genome editing approaches for biofortification of cereal crops -- Chapter 5. Metabolomics approaches to study nutritional aspects in cereal crops -- Chapter 6. Biofortification of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) -- Chapter 7. Biofortification of wheat using current resources and future challenges -- Chapter 8. Biofortification of maize (Zea mays) -- Chapter 9. Biofortification of barley for nutritional security -- Chapter 10. Biofortification of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) -- Chapter 11. Biofortification of oats (Avena sativa) -- Chapter 12. Nutrigenomics in Cereals -- Chapter 13. Genetically modified cereal crops regulation policies -- Chapter 14. Nanotechnological approaches for biofortification concept and concern in cereal crops.
    Abstract: The book addresses recent advances in biofortification using different approaches like foliar fertilizer, plant breeding, and genetic engineering as well as its utilization for improvement of nutritional quality of cereals. The content compiled is contributed by the renowned scientists actively working in the area of the cereal biofortification. This is an authentic, reliable, and exhaustive compilation bringing together the technological advancements, fundamental principles, and applicability of scientific innovations in biofortification. It also discusses policies and regulations for the implication of various strategies. It is useful reading material for researchers and students in the field. .
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    Pages: XIV, 384 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811943089
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4308-9
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    Plant Phenolics in Abiotic Stress Management (2023)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Metabolism, Secondary. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Secondary Metabolism.
    Abstract: This book is a comprehensive collection of information on the role of plant phenolics in stress management in plants. The main focus of this book is to address the abiotic stress management in plants by plant phenolics under varied environments. Plant metabolic networks contribute significantly to the plasticity of plant metabolism, which is required to afford the sessile lifestyle of a land plant under changing environmental conditions. In natural systems, plants face a plethora of antagonists and thus possess a myriad of defenses and have evolved multiple defense mechanisms by which they can cope with various kinds of stresses for adaptation. Plant phenolics being ubiquitous have been extracted from every plant part such as roots, stem, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds and thus plays important role in adapting the plants to the varied environment. The book will provide readers with an up-to-date review of this dynamic field and sets the direction for future research. This book is of interest and use to a diverse range of topics of regulation of abiotic stress in plants. Bringing together work from leading international researchers, it is also a valuable reading material for plant and agricultural scientists, academics, researchers, students, and teachers wanting to gain insights into the role of plant phenolics in stress management in plants for sustainable agriculture.
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    Pages: XVI, 461 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811964268
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6426-8
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    Seed Science and Technology : Biology, Production, Quality (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Plants Development. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Seed Quality: Variety Development to Planting – An Overview -- 2. Seed Development and Maturation -- 3. Seed Dormancy and Regulation of Germination -- 4. Seed Vigour and Invigoration -- 5. Seed Longevity and Deterioration -- 6. Principles of Quality Seed Production -- 7. Vegetable Seed Production -- 8. Principles of Variety Maintenance for Quality Seed Production -- 9. Hybrid Seed Production Technology -- 10. Seed Processing for Quality Upgradation -- 11. Seed Storage and Packaging -- 12. Role of Seed Certification in Seed Quality Assurance -- 13. Testing Seed for Quality -- 14. Seed Health: Testing and Management -- 15. Molecular Techniques for Testing Genetic Purity and Seed Health -- 16. Seed Quality Enhancement -- 17. Emerging Trends and Promising Technologies.
    Abstract: This open-access edited book is a collection of 17 chapters, synthesized primarily from the lectures delivered by eminent Indian and international experts during a series of capacity-building programmes organised in India during 2020 and 2021 under the aegis 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 multi-disciplinary subject, is advancing rapidly keeping pace with the development of improved plant varieties and other climate-resilient technologies. Knowledge of the underlying biological processes and application of appropriate technologies for variety maintenance and seed production; quality assurance, testing and enhancement; processing, packaging and storage etc., are important in a seed programme. Chapters presented in the book is a blend of basic seed biology covering seed development, maturation, dormancy, germination, vigour and invigoration, and seed deterioration; variety maintenance and production of genetically pure seed of open-pollinated and hybrid varieties in a few key field crops and vegetables, and fundamentals of seed processing, packaging and storage; and seed quality assurance systems followed in different countries; testing the essential components of seed quality including seed health, application of molecular technologies for precision in testing, and enhancement of seed quality. It concludes by identifying the key areas of future seed research and technology development. The book covers the fundamentals and recent advances of seed science and technology with the latest research information and an exhaustive and updated list of references on different topics. It is expected to benefit the students as well as the scientists, faculty members and seed sector professionals, working in the public and private seed sectors, certification authorities and seed producing agencies in India, and elsewhere. .
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    Pages: XVI, 430 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811958885
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5888-5
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    Detection, Diagnosis and Management of Soil-borne Phytopathogens (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Molecular Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Soil-borne Viruses: Outlook on Community and Recent Advances in Detection -- Chapter 2. An In Silico Outlook for the detection and surveillance of evolving and persistent plant pathogens -- Chapter 3. Emergent Tools and Techniques in Diagnosis of Soil-borne Phytopathogens -- Chapter 4. Diagnosis and Detection of Soil-borne Fungal Phytopathogens in Major Crops -- Chapter 5. Detection and diagnosis of important soil-borne pathogens -- Chapter 6. Genetic enhancement of biocontrol agent as effective management of soil borne disease -- Chapter 7. Red root rot disease of tropical estate forests: Pathogen identification, dispersal and management -- Chapter 8. Rhizospheric Microbiome: Soil and Plant Health Management -- Chapter 9. Detection and Management of Basal Stem Rot of Oil palm: Classical to Modern Approaches -- Chapter 10. Talaromyces flavus: an important rhizospheric inhabitant -- Chapter 11. Harnessing beneficial rhizospheric microorganisms for biotic stress management in medicinal and aromatic plants -- Chapter 12. Nematophagous fungi: Biology, Ecology and potential application -- Chapter 13. Rhizosphere Microbiome: Interactions with Plant and Influence in triggering Plant Disease Resistance -- Chapter 14. Rhizospheric functional attributes of Paenibacillus polymyxa in disease and nutrient management for sustainable crop production -- Chapter 15. Biochar mediated suppression of soil-borne pathogens in agronomically important crops: An Outlook -- Chapter 16. Harnessing rhizosphere microbiomes in crop productivity -- Chapter 17. Microbial Management of Fusarium wilt in Banana: A comprehensive overview -- Chapter 18. Soil Health Management and Microorganisms: Recent Developments.
    Abstract: This edited book provides an overview of omics technologies and methods for integration across multiple omics layers used in the plant disease diagnosis and developing management strategies. The book concentrates on the prevalence of soil-borne disease management in various important crops with use of different strategies, including host resistance and biological control etc. The special focus is on the resolving practical problems encountered after the resistance development in the pathogens against several chemical pesticides. Further, special attention is given to the emergence of new diseases or the re-emergence of old ones on several crops, and on the results and problems encountered by using microbial inoculants, biofumigation and other non-chemical control methods. This book has 18 contributory chapters from the eminent experts in the field of plant pathology, microbiology and biotechnology working on different aspects of soil-borne diseases of important agricultural crops. This edited volume is of interest and useful to researchers in plant pathology, agriculture sciences, plant genomics ecology, policy makers, also it is a valuable source of reference to the relevant researchers and students globally.
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    ISBN: 9789811983078
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8307-8
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    TILLING and Eco-TILLING for Crop Improvement (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Molecular biology. ; Biology Technique. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Molecular Biology. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. TILLING in the era of precise genome editing -- 2. Induced mutagenesis -- 3. Bioinformatics and candidate gene mining for TILLING -- 4. Next generation mutation detection techniques in crops -- 5. TILLING by sequencing -- 6. Advances in Eco-TILLING -- 7. Mutagenesis in somatic tissues -- 8. Forward genetics: Phenomics and trait selection -- 9. Towards development of climate resilient crops -- 10. Future of TILLING in plant breeding -- 11. Perception of food crops developed by mutagenesis among various stakeholders.
    Abstract: This edited book is a comprehensive compilation of deliberations in the field of agriculture, food security, climate resilient crops and on the relevance of the popular TILLING technique in the era of precise genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9). This book particularly deliberates on new developments in this field, such as, induced mutagenesis techniques, mutagenesis in somatic tissues, bio-informatics analysis and gene mining. This volume also focuses on next generation mutation detection techniques, exome capture, forward and reverses genetics, trait selection and, finally deliberates on the future of TILLING in plant breeding and product development. TILLING (Targeting Induced Local Lesions in Genome) is a popular molecular biology technique for detecting polymorphism in a mutagenized population. Eco-TILLING refers to natural TILLING. This technique can be applied to a wider range of crops. Products developed through TILLING are not regulated throughout the world, thus having a wider acceptance among various stakeholders. This volume is timely and looks into the updated aspects of mutagenesis, TILLING, Eco-TILLING along with OMIC tools, their amalgamated applications towards crop improvement. This book contains 11 chapters and 250 pages authored by globally reputed scientists on the field of mutagenesis, TILLING and Eco-TILLING. This book is useful for research scholars, students, teachers and scientists in the academia, policy makers, relevant public, plant breeding companies, private companies and cooperatives interested in understanding or applying mutagenesis, TILLING for editing gene of interest and develop new products in agriculture.
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    ISBN: 9789819927227
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2722-7
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    One Health Implications of Agrochemicals and their Sustainable Alternatives (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Applied ethics. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Ethics. ; Agronomy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Biodiversity and Human Health Impacts of Agrochemicals -- Chapter 1. Agrochemicals: Safety Evaluation and Characterization for Human and Biodiversity -- Chapter 2. Agrochemical Use and Emerging Human and Animal Diseases -- Chapter 3. Global biodiversity decline and loss from agricultural intensification through agrochemical application -- Chapter 4. Evidence of the Toxic Potentials of Agrochemicals on Human Health and Biodiversity -- Chapter 5. Agrochemicals and Pollinator Diversity: A Socio-ecological Synthesis -- Chapter 6. One Health Implications of Agrochemicals and their Eco-benign Substitutes -- Chapter 7. Risk of Agrochemical on Biodiversity and Human Health: Implication on Conservation and Sustainable Mitigations Strategies -- Chapter 8. Mitigating the One Health Impacts of Agrochemicals through Sustainable Policies and Regulations -- Chapter 9. Health Implications of Agrochemicals - Nexus of their Impacts, Sustainable Management Approaches, and Policy Gaps -- Chapter 10. Detrimental Effects of Agrochemical-based Agricultural Intensification on Biodiversity: Evidence from Some Past Studies -- Part II: Food Production, Safety, Security, Sovereignty and the Economic Implications of Agrochemical Use -- Chapter 11. Food Safety and Agrochemicals: Risk Assessment and Food Security Implications -- Chapter 12. Chemical-based fruit ripening and the implications for ecosystem health and safety -- Chapter 13. Socio-economic and Ecological Values of Sustainable Alternatives to Pesticides -- Chapter 14. Meta-evaluation of the One Health Implication on Food Systems of Agrochemical Use -- Chapter 15. Food Quality and Agrochemical Use: Integrated Monitoring, Assessment, and Management Policies -- Chapter 16. Plants and Soil Microbiota Health Implications of Agrochemicals: Potential Alternatives for the Safe Propagation of Food Crops -- Chapter 17. A global perspective of synthetic agrochemicals in local farmers’ markets of fruits and vegetables -- Chapter 18. Factors Influencing Agrochemical Use, Practices, and Knowledge Systems: Case Study of Rice farmers in the Cauvery Delta Zone of Tamil Nadu, India -- Part III: Agrochemicals and Environmental Justice: Dynamics, Remediation, and Sustainable Alternatives -- Chapter 19. Sustainable approaches for the remediation of agrochemicals in the environment -- Chapter 20. Plant-based Agrobiodiversity Solutions to Reduce Agrochemical Use -- Chapter 21. Prospects of Insect Farming for Food Security, Environmental Sustainability and as an Alternative to Agrochemical Use -- Chapter 22. Implications of Agrochemical Application on Soil Fauna and Ecosystem and their Sustainable Alternatives -- Chapter 23. Sustainable Agricultural Pest Control Strategies to Boost Food and Socioecological Security: The Allelopathic Strategy -- Chapter 24. Impacts of Agrochemicals on Fish Composition in Natural Waters: A Sustainable Management Approach -- Chapter 25. Sustainable Alternatives to Agrochemicals and their Socio-Economic and Ecological Values -- Chapter 26. Global Environmental Sustainability and Agrochemical Use -- Chapter 27. Impacts of Chemical Use in Agricultural Practices: Perspectives of Soil Microorganism and Vegetation -- Chapter 28. Eco-farming for Sustainability: Defending Our Way of Life Against Agrochemicals.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the United Nations SDG 3, SDG 12, and SDG 15. The book covers the full range of issues associated with agrochemical use from a One Health standpoint to promote a cleaner and safer alternative that leaves little to no negative legacy on Earth’s natural, social, and economic systems. The main focus of the book is to address the biodiversity and human health, food security, and socio-environmental implications of agrochemical use in food production. It deals with the need to move away from the use of harmful chemicals in agriculture. The threat to key aspects of One Health will be used as evidence in support of the need to transition to safer and cleaner food production systems as well as the social, economic, health, and environmental viability of sustainable alternatives. One Health is the innovative convergence approach that encourages collaborative, cross-sectoral, and transdisciplinary methods to monitor, assess, report, and implement shared human health, biodiversity, and environmental challenges and goals such as agrochemical use. Conventional agrochemicals are chemicals used to protect plants, improve crop yield and manage agricultural fields but also have a negative legacy on Earth’s systems. This book is of interest and useful to agricultural trainees and trainers, soil, food and agricultural institutes, food and soil systems specialists, biodiversity and environmental managers, activists, practitioners, and students. It is also a useful read for conservationists and industries interested in promoting organic agriculture for a sustainable community, regional and global development.
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    ISBN: 9789819934393
    Series Statement: Sustainable Development and Biodiversity, 34
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3439-3
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    Salinity and Drought Tolerance in Plants : Physiological Perspectives (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Occurrence of salinity and drought stresses: status, impact and management -- Chapter 2. Multiple stresses is a big challenge for development of tolerant varieties: Shared and unique physiological responses -- Chapter 3. Physio-biochemical approaches for raising drought tolerance in plants: Recent progress and future perspectives -- Chapter 4. Physiological, biochemical and molecular responses to salt stress and seed priming approach to enhance salt tolerance in bread wheat -- Chapter 5. Drought and salinity stress: an overlapping osmotic resistance -- Chapter 6. Physiological and Post-Harvest Quality Changes of Horticultural Crops under salt stress -- Chapter 7. Conventional Breeding and Advance Approaches to Mitigate Drought and Salt Stress in Crop Plants -- Chapter 8. Strategies for improving tolerance to combined effect of drought and salinity stress in crops -- Chapter 9. Stress protectants in amelioration of abiotic stress: mechanism of action and potential role in sustaining oilseed and pulses productivity -- Chapter 10. Insights into drought and salinity stress tolerance in crop plant through various genomic approaches under changing climate -- Chapter 11. Strategies to improve drought and salinity tolerance in some cash crops through proteomics perspective -- Chapter 12. Insights in metabolomics responses to drought and salinity stress in crop plants -- Chapter 13. Transcriptional Regulatory Network Involved in Drought and Salt Stress Response in Rice -- Chapter 14. Advancement of omics approaches in understanding the mechanism of salinity tolerance in legumes -- Chapter 15. Speed Breeding: A budding technique to improve crop plants for drought and salinity tolerance.
    Abstract: This edited book is a comprehensive collection of scientific research on different plants under drought and salt stress conditions. The main focus of this book is to elaborate on the mechanisms being operative in plants under stress and how various biological factors mitigate the adverse effects for better plant productivity. This book covers all physiological, biochemical, and molecular mechanisms operating under drought and saline stresses. The current status and impact of drought and salinity on various crop plants have been elaborated on in different chapters. Agricultural lands are either turning barren or becoming more saline and drought-prone with increasing temperatures, decreasing water tables, untimely rainfall, and other environmental factors. In India, salt-affected soils occupy an area of about 6.73 million ha of which saline and sodic soils constitute roughly 40 and 60%, respectively. All these factors individually or cumulatively, affect the plant growth and development and hence, the crop productivity with the monetary loss. The inbuilt plant's ability with modified/acclimatized mechanisms has been described in various chapters with step-wise descriptions. The role of various plant growth-promoting agents including nano-particles, micro-organisms, metabolites or phytohormones, etc in mitigating adverse effects of drought and salinity has been explained precisely. Updated information on the use of speed breeding, proteomics, epigenetics, and transcriptomics in different crops along with high throughput technologies is included for the cross-talk of various network mechanisms. This book is helpful for the readers in knowing salinity and drought through the physiological, biochemical and genetic, and molecular levels to understand plant behaviour under stress conditions. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, plant physiology, biochemistry, forestry, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists and policymakers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    ISBN: 9789819946693
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4669-3
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    Melatonin in Plants: A Regulator for Plant Growth and Development (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Agronomy. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Ch 1. Melatonin discovery and divergent biosynthetic pathways in plant -- Ch 2. Melatonin detection and quantification techniques -- Ch 3. Melatonin-mediated regulation of germination, plant establishment and vegetative development -- Ch 4. Regulatory role of melatonin in flowering, fruit setting and ripening -- Ch 5. Regulatory role of melatonin in photosynthesis and respiration -- Ch 6. Phytohormonal cross-talk with melatonin in plant -- Ch 7. Interaction of melatonin with reactive oxygen species in plants -- Ch 8. Reactive Nitrogen Species (RNS) and Melatonin Interaction in Plant -- Ch 9. Diverse functional role of melatonin in post-harvest biology -- Ch 10. Regulatory role of melatonin in post-harvest management of vegetables and fruits -- Ch 11. Synergistic effect of melatonin in plant growth and development in stress mitigation -- Ch 12. Melatonin mediated regulation of growth, production and protection in forest plant species -- Ch 13. Melatonin: A promising tool against climate change and food security for better plant survival.
    Abstract: This book highlights the multifunctional role of the ubiquitous molecule, melatonin, in crop plants. The major focus of this edition is to provide detailed insights into morphophysiological, biochemical, and molecular responses of melatonin in the growth and development of the plant. The inception of melatonin as an animal hormone and the subsequent discovery of its multifaceted function in the animal system has triggered the research on this pineal gland hormone. During the last decade, the discovery, quantification and functional studies of melatonin as phytohormone has emerged at a rapid pace. Recently, this phyto-protectant has become an integral component of lab and field-based research on the mitigation of adverse effects of climate-driven abiotic stresses and postharvest biology and technology. The book explores various biosynthetic pathways and detection of melatonin covering its role in flowering, fruit development, photosynthesis, respiration, hormonal crosstalk, post-harvest biology and reactive oxygen species and nitrogen cycles. This book is of high interest to postharvest industries, horticulturists, scientists, researchers, and students. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819967452
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6745-2
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    Melatonin in Plants: A Pleiotropic Molecule for Abiotic Stresses and Pathogen Infection (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Plant diseases. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Ch 1. Evolution of melatonin as an oxidative stress mitigator in plant -- Ch 2. Melatonin-mediated drought stress mitigation by modulation of physiological and biochemical responses in plants -- Ch 3. Reprogramming of salt stress under the influence of melatonin -- Ch 4. Mechanistic insights on melatonin-mediated heat stress regulation in plant -- Ch 5. Melatonin a key regulator of cold stress in plants -- Ch 6. Illustrating recent development in melatonin-heavy metal research in plant -- Ch 7. Melatonin in Nutrient use efficiency of regulation in crop plants -- Ch 8. Melatonin-mediated signalling and regulation of viral and bacterial diseases -- Ch 9. Explicating the role of melatonin in the mitigation of fungal diseases in plants -- Ch 10. Role of melatonin in management of stress tolerance of forest tree species -- Ch 11. Emerging role of melatonin in integrated management of crop pathogens -- Ch 12. Exploring Melatonin's Potential as an Alternative Strategy for Protecting Plants from Biotic Stresses.
    Abstract: This edited book highlights the multifunctional role of the ubiquitous molecule, melatonin in crop plants. The major focus of this edition is to provide a comprehensive insight into the key focus is on Melatonin mediated alleviation of abiotic stresses and pathogens infection. The inception of melatonin as an animal hormone and the subsequent discovery of its multifaceted function in the animal system has revolutionized the research on this penial hormone. During the last decade, the discovery, quantification and functional studies of melatonin as phytohormone has emerged at a rapid pace. Recently, this phyto-protectant has become an integral component of lab and field-based research on the mitigation of adverse effects of climate-driven abiotic stresses and postharvest biology and technology. The book explores melatonin mediated management of various abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, heat and cold temperature. The book also focuses on role of melatonin in heavy metal stress, viral, bacterial, and fungal diseases, and, also contains chapter on melatonin facilitated nutrient use efficiency in plants. This book is of interest to postharvest industries, horticulturists, scientists, researchers, and students.
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    Pages: XVI, 242 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819967414
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6741-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-6741-4
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    Current Status of Marine Water Microbiology (2023)
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    Keywords: Freshwater ecology. ; Marine ecology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Freshwater and Marine Ecology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section 1: General considerations -- Chapter 1. Physical and chemical processes of marine environment -- Chapter 2. A review study on the microbes in the recycling of carbon -- Chapter 3. Microbial symbiosis in marine ecosystem -- Section 2: Communities of special interest -- Chapter 4. Cyanobacteria in oceanChapter -- Chapter 5. Marine algae and their importance -- Chapter 6. Antarctica microbial communities: ecological and industrial importance -- Chapter 7. Crustaceans - microbes and defense mechanisms -- Section 3: Marine microorganisms and environmental bioremediation -- Chapter 8. Pollution in marine ecosystem: impact and prevention -- Chapter 9. Source and effect of oil spills on associated microorganisms in marine aquatic environment -- Chapter 10. Heavy metal pollution in water: cause and remediation strategies -- Chapter 11. Responses of marine fungi to heavy metal contamination -- Chapter 12. Micro-plastic pollution in marine ecosystem and its remediation -- Chapter 13. Microplastic pollution in aquatic environment: ecotoxicological effects and bioremediation prospects -- Chapter 14. Biodegradation of endocrine-disrupting chemicals using marine microorganisms -- Chapter 15. Bioreactors for bioremediation of polluted water -- Section 4: Others applications and perspectives -- Chapter 16. Industrial importance of marine algae -- Chapter 17. Sargassum derived agents for potential cosmetic applications -- Chapter 18. Utilization of seaweed as partial replacement to the fish meal in aquaculture diets -- Chapter 19. Nanobiotechnology of marine organisms: mechanisms and applications -- Chapter 20. Bioactive compounds from marine water ecosystem -- Chapter 21. Marine fish microbiome: current status and future perspectives.
    Abstract: This contributed volume focuses on the latest innovations in the field of marine microbiology. Marine ecosystems are dynamic natural resources and home to very primitive life forms. They include open sea, deep sea, coastal marine ecosystem mudflats, seagrass meadows, mangroves, and rocky intertidal systems. This book deals with the various aspects of marine microbiology including diverse habitats, associated microorganisms, their adaptations, ecological interactions, biogeochemical cycling, and industrial applications. It also discusses the issue of pollution in oceans and put forward available strategies for its eco-friendly solution. In recent years, extensive research, advanced methodologies, and high-throughput instrumentation have resulted in voluminous data and information that require proper compilation and worldwide sharing. From this perspective, the book is a perfect documentation of primary and secondary data-based information on the latest research findings, case studies, experiences, and innovations in the field of marine microbiology. The book is of great use to students, researchers and professionals studying marine sciences.
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    Pages: XVII, 480 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819950225
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-5022-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-5022-5
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    Climate Change and Agrometeorology (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Bioclimatology. ; Climatology. ; Human ecology Study and teaching. ; Agriculture. ; Climate Change Ecology. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Studies.
    Description / Table of Contents: Preface -- About the Authors -- Chapter 1 Agricultural Meteorology: A Preview -- Chapter 2 Atmospheric Temperature -- Chapter 3 Atmospheric Pressure and Solar Radiation -- Chapter 4 Atmospheric Humidity -- Chapter 5 Microclimate and Climatic Normals -- Chapter 6 Weather Disasters and Management, Air Pollution and Role of Meteorology -- Chapter 7 Weather Forecasting -- Chapter 8 Climate Change Impact on Plants -- Chapter 9 Climate Change Effect on Fruit Production -- Chapter 10 Climate change Effect on Forests.
    Abstract: The monograph focuses on agricultural meteorology and climate change and its impacts on different crops. Comprising of chapters from experts, the book discusses and provides first-hand information to the long term shifts in weather patterns and temperature impacting soil, water and crops. Each chapter focuses in detail on the impact of plant- water – soil nexus and climate change on agriculture and food security. Covering the basic concepts about the temperature, pressure and humidity correlation with the increased demands of food, the book explores in detail the impact of adverse climatic conditions like drought, floods, increasing levels of carbon dioxide emissions and other simultaneous effects like soil fertility depletion on the cropping systems and overall crop productivity. The book touches the challenges of climate change, adaptive methods, mitigation strategies, with careful explanation of governance, plans and policies required to provide guidelines to stake holders so they can best prepare for the negative climate change impacts. While touching the agricultural challenges faced globally due to climate change, the book serves as a reference book for students, researchers and policy makers, involved in horticulture, agriculture and environmental sciences and climate change.
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    Pages: XVI, 214 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819948635
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4863-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4863-5
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    Monitoring of Desert Locust in Africa and Asia (2023)
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    Keywords: Geographic information systems. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental sciences Social aspects. ; Geographical Information System. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Social Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Foreword -- Preface -- Chapter 1 Introduction -- Chapter 2 Desert Locust Breeding Area and Migration Path in Africa and Asia -- Chapter 3 Monitoring of Desert Locusts in East Africa -- Chpater 4 Monitoring of Desert Locusts in West and South Asia -- Chapter 5 Remote Sensing Monitoring System of Desert Locust and its Application -- References.
    Abstract: This book deals with the topic on remote sensing monitoring of desert locust in Africa and Asia. Remote sensing monitoring of the occurrence and damage of desert locust is conducted by integrating cutting-edge technologies and methods in cross-disciplinary fields in remote sensing science, geographic information science, agronomy, plant protection, agricultural meteorology, mathematics, and computer science. The main contents include spatio-temporal data analysis and processing, desert locust breeding areas monitoring, pest migration path analysis and damage monitoring. Moreover, a desert locust remote sensing monitoring system is constructed and applied in the region of Africa and Asia countries. This book not only provides technical reference for remote sensing monitoring and application of desert locust but also serves as a research reference for scholars and graduate students engaged in agricultural remote sensing, agricultural information technology, plant protection and other related field. It will help to improve remote sensing monitoring and application of desert locust.
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    Pages: XIV, 126 p. 116 illus., 113 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811972386
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7238-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-7238-6
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    Agricultural Waste to Value-Added Products : Technical, Economic and Sustainable Aspects (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction: Growth of agricultural waste, its disposal, and related environmental issues -- Chapter 2. Global status of agricultural waste-based industries, challenges and future prospects -- Chapter 3. Technoeconomic and Sustainability Analysis of Agricultural Waste Conversion Technologies -- Chapter 4. Biochemical approach for transformation of agricultural waste to bioenergy production and other value-added products through the bioelectrochemical system -- Chapter 5. Energy-efficient Bio-electrochemical system for treatment of agricultural wastes and wastewater: mechanism, scope and challenges -- Chapter 6. Microbial Conversion of Agricultural Residues into Organic Fertilizers -- Chapter 7. Thermochemical approach for sustainable transformation of agricultural waste into value-added end-products -- Chapter 8. Advances in Thermochemical Valorization of Agricultural Waste -- Chapter 9. Conversion of Agricultural Waste with Variable Lignocellulosic Characteristics into Biochar and its Application -- Chapter 10. Agricultural waste-based biochar for soil carbon sequestration and emission reduction: Preparation, evaluation, application, and mechanism -- Chapter 11. Contemporary Approaches for Biochar Production from Agro-Waste and Its Current and Prognostic Applications in Environment Health -- Chapter 12. Valorisation of Sugarcane Bagasse Fly Ash into a Low Cost -Adsorbent Material for Removal of Heavy Metals: A Review -- Chapter 13. Extraction of lignin from various agricultural biomass: Its characterization and applications -- Chapter 14. Rice husk: from agro-industrial to modern applications -- Chapter 15. Production and application of nano-materials from agricultural waste -- Chapter 16. Agricultural waste as a source of fine chemicals -- Chapter 17. Centralized approach for the agricultural waste-based industry -- Chapter 18. Decentralized Composting and Vermicomposting for Agricultural Waste Management: Recycle at Source.
    Abstract: This edited book provides a comprehensive review of the current agricultural waste disposal techniques focusing on the ongoing research in the production of various agro waste-derived value-added products. Further topic includes the techno-economic aspects in up-scaling the technology from lab scale to commercial/pilot scale. Sustainable waste management and alternative renewable energy sources are the most important requirements in this era of rapid industrialization and urbanization. Agricultural waste, which is one of the major contributors to overall waste production, has the ability to be an essential source of renewable energy and other valuable products. The ongoing research and technical advancements in agro-waste treatment lead to the efficient conversion of waste into different value-added products. This book is of primary interest to academicians, researchers, scientists and engineers working in the field of agro-residue management, and biomass to bio-energy conversion technologies. Also, the book serves as reading material for students of Environmental Engineering/Civil and Environmental Engineering and Agricultural Engineering. Rural Management authorities, Industrial and Government policy-making agencies may also find it useful read.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819944729
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4472-9
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    Genetic Methods and Tools for Managing Crop Pests (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Genetics. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Genetics and Genomics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Newer Genetic Tools, Techniques, Vectors, Promoters and Molecular Markers for Genetic Engineering of Herbivorous Insects -- Chapter 2.Innovative Molecular Approaches for Pest Management -- Chapter 3. Modern Molecular Tools for Insect Diagnostics -- Chapter 4. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and IOT in Pest Management -- Chapter 5. Genetic Tools for Integrated Management of Pests on Honey Bees in the Tropics -- Chapter 6. Genetics and Genomics of Bombyx mori L -- Chapter 7. Enhancing Genetic Efficiency of natural Enemies of Crop Pests -- Chapter 8. Application of Genetic Engineering Technologies to Manage Crop Pests and Diseases in Vietnam -- Chapter 9. Advances, Prospects and Limitations of Genetic Tools for Pest Management Strategies in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 10. Management of Pests Using Genetic Tools in Africa -- Chapter 11. Genetic Tools for the Management of Phytophagous Mites -- Chapter 12. Management of Potato Cyst Nematode (Globodera sp.) Using Biotechnological Approaches -- Chapter 13.Genetic and Molecular Approaches for Management of Potato Viral Diseases and their Vectors. Chapter 14. Genetic variation and Molecular ools for the Management of Brinjal Shoot and Fruit Borer Leucinodes orbonalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) -- Chapter 15. Management of Noctuid Pests using Genetic Tools -- Chapter 16. Genetics and Management of Pest Fruit Flies -- Chapter 17. Molecular Insights into Wing Polymorphism and Migration Patterns of Planthoppers -- Chapter 18. Genetic Engineering Technologies for Management of Crambid Pests -- Chapter 19.Intervention of Modern Genetic Tools for Managing Insect Pests of Fruit Crops -- Chapter 20.Advanced Molecular Diagnostic Tools for Longhorn Beetles -- Chapter 21.Molecular Characterization and Genetic Interventions in an Invasive Spiralling Whitefly Aleurodicus dispersus Russell -- Chapter 22.Recent Genetic Tools for the Management of Stored Product Pests -- Chapter 23.Genetic Tools for Insecticide Resistance Management -- Chapter 24.Genetic improvement of pigeon-pea(Cajanus cajan(L.) Millsp.) and Insect Resistance: strategies and achievements -- Chapter 25.Bruchid Resistance Studies in Blackgram Using Molecular Tools -- Chapter 26.Inducing Insect Resistance in Sesame by Innovative Genetic Manipulation using Mutagens -- Chapter 27.Advances in Insect Resistance Breeding Against Brown Planthopper and Gallmidge in Rice -- Chapter 28.Adoption of Molecular Tools for Combatting the Arthropod Pests.
    Abstract: This contributed volume aims at bringing together all the genetic engineering tools for managing various types of crop pests. The main focus of this book is to explore the application of these tools in pest management. Major pest groups covered in this book are insects, mites and nematodes. The first section covers all major genetic tools and molecular approaches. The second section deals with genetic tools for of beneficial containing three chapters involving honey bees, silkworms and natural enemies. Next section deals with genetic interactions against pests in diverse geographical regions with special focus on Africa, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. Sections four and five addresses diverse aspects as management of pests, genetic behavior, gene expression, plasticity, pathways and interactions and options for mitigation of pests. It serves as a useful resource for professionals in the fields of entomology, agronomy, horticulture, ecology, and environmental sciences, as well as to agricultural producers and plant biotechnologists. .
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    Pages: XXI, 669 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811902642
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0264-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0264-2
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    Advances in Agricultural and Industrial Microbiology : Volume-2: Applications of Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture and in-silico Strategies (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 2. Plant Microbes Interactions and Its Effect on Crop Productivity -- Chapter 3. Rhizobacterial biostimulants: efficacy in enhanced productivity and sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 4. The Role of Arbuscular Mycorrhiza in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 5. Biocontrol Efficacy of Biomass and Secondary Metabolites of P. fluorescens Against Predominant Pest Affecting Agricultural Fields -- Chapter 6. Exopolysaccharide-producing Azotobacter for bioremediation of heavy metal-contaminated soil -- Chapter 7. Utilization of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi to boom the Efficiency and Product nature of Horticultural Crops -- Chapter 8. Microbial Remediation of Persistent Agrochemicals -- Chapter 9. Microbes Based Pesticides for Insect Pest Control and Their Management -- Chapter 10. In-silico Tools and Approach of CRISPR Application in Agriculture -- Chapter 11. Application of Bioinformatics in the Plant Pathology Research -- Chapter 12. New Age Genomic Measures for Uncovering Plant-Microbiome Interactions: Tools, Pipelines and Guidance Map for Genomic Data Mining -- Chapter 13. Bioinformatics: A Tool for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 14. Recent Advances in Deep Learning CNN Models for Plant Disease Detection.
    Abstract: This book, the second volume of Advances in Agricultural and Industrial Microbiology is the compilation of modern technologies with scientific advancement in promoting plant growth by rhizobacterial biostimulants, endophytic microbes, and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. The volume also highlights the critical roles of soil microbes in the biocontrol of plant pathogens/diseases, bioremediation of toxic agrochemicals, and nitrogen fixation. Agricultural sustainability and environmental management strongly depend on microbial communities. Management of soil fertility is the key aspect that is facilitated by soil microbes and their interactions.The book also has a section focuses on the in-silico approaches and techniques involved in agriculture which enhances the readers’ understandings of plant-pathogen interactions, prediction of pathogenicity, improving variety through CRISPER, and its role in the agroindustry. Additionally, the interventions of ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies) have benefited agricultural stakeholders, i.e., farmers to policymakers, in predicting and combating them. The covered topics of the microbial domain and computational tools have high implications for the researchers, students, faculty, and scientists working on these areas.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811696824
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9682-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9682-4
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    Alternative Sweet and Supersweet Principles : Natural Sweeteners and Plants (2022)
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    Keywords: Botanical chemistry. ; Food science. ; Plant physiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Food Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Search of Sweeteners, their general classification, synthesis, and saccharide sweeteners plant - animal interphases -- Chapter 3. Molecular basis of sweetness and recent concepts, An ideal sweetener and saccharide and non-saccharide sweet principles qualifying it -- Chapter 4. Saccharide sweet (SS) principles, classification and structural and functional details of SS sweeteners and plants -- Chapter 5. Non saccharide super sweet principles, their general characteristics, outline of synthesis, classification, ecological significance and eco-friendly adherence -- Chapter 6. Perillartine (Mono-terpenoid) -- Chapter 7. Steviosides (Diterpenoids) -- Chapter 8. Triterpenoids -- Chapter 9. Hernandulcin: (Sesquiterpene) -- Chapter 10. Falvonoid Super Sweet Principles Dihydrochalcone -- Chapter 11. PHYLLODULCIN -- Chapter 12. Osladin, Polypodoside A, B, and C (Steroidal saponins) -- Chapter 13. Monatin:(Super Sweet Amino acid) -- Chapter 14. Super sweet and taste modifier proteins -- Chapter 15. Vegetal Taste modifiers -- Chapter 16. Eco-Physiological difference between sacchariferous sweet (SS) and non sacchariferous super sweet (NSSS) principles and Plants -- Chapter 17. Molecular approaches for the improvement of Non sacchariferous super sweet (NSSS) plants -- Chapter 18. Commercial Production of natural NSSS sweeteners-A concised sketch.
    Abstract: This book gathers the latest information on various kinds of natural, plant-based sweet and super sweet sweeteners. A book on alternative, natural sweeteners with zero or very few calories is extremely timely and useful, especially in light of the decreasing amount of cultivable land, ever-increasing demand for sucrose, and the well-known risks of sugar consumption. Every year, more than five million people die due to diabetes and diabetes-associated diseases like cardiovascular conditions, kidney disorders, liver cancer, etc. This book describes the use of natural non-saccharide super sweet (NSSS) principles to avoid such maladies. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of various sweeteners, the molecular basis of sweetness, sweeteners’ general classification, plant sources, etc. In turn, the book focuses on the propagation, cultivation and conservation of NSSS plants (NSSSP) and extraction of super sweet principles and granting of Generally Recognised As Safe (GRAS) certificates for sweeteners. The closing chapter describes the eco-physiological difference between sacchariferous sweet and non-sacchariferous super sweet plants and principles. This book will be of great interest to researchers, professors, graduate students and practitioners in the fields of food science, nutrition, ayurveda, plant physiology, unani, chemotaxonomy, naturopathy, biochemistry and plant breeding. It will also be of interest to industry and alternative sweetener manufacturers.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789813363502
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6350-2
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    Plant Metal and Metalloid Transporters (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Metal and Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 2. Heavy Metals: Transport in Plants and their Physiological and Toxicological Effects -- Chapter 3. The Role of ABC Transporter in Metal Tranasport in Plants -- Chapter 4. Cadmium, A Non-Essential Heavy Metal: Uptake, Translocation, Signaling, Detoxification, and Impact on Amino Acid Metabolism -- Chapter 5. Natural Resistance Associated Macrophage Proteins (NRAMP): Functional Significant of Metal Transport in Plants -- Chapter 6. Role of Heavy Metal Atpases in Transport of Cadmium and Zinc in Plants -- Chapter 7. The Versatile Role of Plant Aquaglyceroporins in Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 8. The Multidrug and Toxic Compound Extrusion (MATE) Family in Plants and Their Significance in Metal Transport -- Chapter 9. Molecular Mechanism of Aluminium Tolerance in Plants: An Overview -- Chapter 10. Functional, Structural, and Transport Aspects of ZIP in Plant -- Chapter 11. The Function of HAK as K+ Transporter and AKT as Inward Rectifying Agent in The K+ Channel -- Chapter 12. The Mechanism of Silicon Transport in Plants -- Chapter 13. The Copper Transport Mechanism in Plants -- Chapter 14. Plant Metal Tolerance Proteins: Insight Into their Roles in Metal Transport and Homeostasis for Future Biotechnological Applications -- Chapter 15. Co-Transport Mechanism in Plants for Metals and Metalloids -- Chapter 16. Metal Nanoparticles Implication, Transport, and Detection in Plants -- Chapter 17. Transcription Factors and Metal Stress Signalling in Plants -- Chapter 18. Heavy Metal Transporters, Phytoremediation Potential and Biofortification -- Chapter 19. Phytoremediation and Biofortification: Contrasting Yet Similar Approaches of Manipulating Plant Metal(Loid) Homeostasis for Societal Benefit.
    Abstract: This edited book stands as a one place knowledge hub for plant metal(loid) transporters. The book comprehensively covers holistic aspect of metal(loid) transporters involved in uptake and translocation of essential as well as toxic metal(loid)s. Essential and beneficial metal(loid)s are required in every biological process for normal plant growth and development, however in excess they are toxic. There are toxic metal(loid)s also whose accumulation in plants interferes with normal cellular functioning and hampers growth of plants. Hence, metal(loid) uptake and accumulation in plants is a highly regulated phenomenon involving the role of several transporters, enzymes, metabolites, transcription factors and post translational modifications. The book contains chapters from the experts and the contents of the book are presented in simple language and represented through beautiful and scientifically informative figures and tables. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, doctoral and graduate students working in the area of plant physiology, environmental biotechnology, plant biotechnology metal(loid) stress, phytoremediation and crop biofortification.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811961038
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6103-8
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    Microbial Beta Glucanases : Molecular Structure, Functions and Applications (2022)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Microbiology. ; Biology Technique. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Microbiology. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.An Introduction to Beta Glucan and Beta Glucanases -- 2.Industrial Applications of Beta Glucanases -- 3.Microbial Sources of Beta Glucanase Enzymes -- 4.Role of Beta Glucanases in Animal Nutrition -- 5.Betaglucanse in Breweries -- 6. Exploitation of Actinobacteria for Beta Glucanolytic enzymes –Screening and Characterisation -- 7.Structural Characterisation of Beta Glucanase Genes from Actinobacteria -- 8.Application of Codon Optimization in Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases -- 9.Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases: Recombinant Expression of in E. coli -- 10.Purification and Properties of Recombinant Beta Glucanases Enzymes -- 11.Fungal Beta Glucanases -- 12.Industrial Production and Characterisation of Beta Glucanases -- 13.Protein Engineering of Beta Glucanase Enzymes -- 14.Biotechnological Avenues in Hybrid Beta Glucanase Enzyme Production.
    Abstract: This book offers an overview of the current knowledge on beta glucanase enzymes derived from actinobacterial source, their structure, functions and industrial applications. It summarizes the exploitation of actinomycetes, assay methods for beta glucanase screening, structural characterisation, genetic engineering, protein engineering, strategies for purification, characterisation and finally how to synthesize a hybrid enzyme of beta glucanases.Enzyme beta glucanases have considerable interest in industrial biotechnology owing to its distinct effect on the hydrolysis of insoluble beta glucan molecules and applications in particular industrial sectors such as food, feed and beverages industries. The beta glucanases are characterized extensively in microorganisms viz. bacteria, fungi and also in plants. A wide varieties of actinobacterial β- glucanases have exclusively active on β-glucan substrates and cleave the mixed linkage β-glucan chains at different points. This is significant for picking precise substrates for the assay of each type of enzymes within this enzyme groups. The well recognized specificity and mechanism of action within the enormous substrates allow to understand that most of them are varied from cellulases, excluding β-1,4-glucanases. The progress in genetic and protein engineering in actinobacterial beta glucanases improves the stability, activity and thermodynamic properties in relation with industrial relevance. This book will be useful for researchers and students engaged in industrial biotechnology, enzyme production, molecular biology, protein engineering and many more.
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    ISBN: 9789811964664
    Series Statement: Interdisciplinary Biotechnological Advances,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6466-4
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    Omics Approach to Manage Abiotic Stress in Cereals (2022)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Morphological, architectural and biochemical modifications of cereal crops during abiotic stress -- Chapter 2. Cereal physiology, flowering and grain yield under salinity and drought stress -- Chapter 3. Physiology, flowering and grain yield under abiotic stress imposed by heavy metals -- Chapter 4. Priming effect in developing abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through metabolome reprograming -- Chapter 5. Understanding abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through genomics and proteomics approaches -- Chapter 6. Metabolome analyses in response to diverse abiotic stress -- Chapter 7. Metabolomic profiling of different cereals during biotic and abiotic stresses -- Chapter 8. Plant breeding strategies for abiotic stress tolerance in cereals -- Chapter 9. Transgenic strategies to develop abiotic stress tolerance in cereals -- Chapter 10. Genetically engineered cereals tolerant to abiotic stress -- Chapter 11. Genome editing and CRISPR-Cas technology for enhancing abiotic stress tolerance in cereals -- Chapter 12. Abiotic stress tolerance in cereals through genome editing -- Chapter 13. Varietal physiology, metabolic regulation and molecular responses of rice genotypes to diverse environmental stresses -- Chapter 14. Breeding and Omics Approaches to Understand Abiotic Stress Response in Rice -- Chapter 15. Genomics and transcriptomics approaches to understand abiotic stress response in rice -- Chapter 16. Biochemical and molecular mechanism of wheat to diverse environmental stresses -- Chapter 17. How microRNAs Regulate Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Wheat? A Snapshot -- Chapter 18. Molecular-genetic studies, breeding and genomics-based approaches to develop abiotic stress tolerance in sorghum -- Chapter 19. MicroRNAs shape the Tolerance Mechanisms against Abiotic Stress in Maize -- Chapter 20. Transcriptome, proteome and metabolome profiling for abiotic stress tolerance in maize and barley -- Chapter 21. Omics tools to understand abiotic stress response and adaptation in rye, oat and barley -- Chapter 22. Genomic tools and proteomic determinants for abiotic stress tolerance in pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum) and foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) -- Chapter 23. Advancement in Omics Technologies for Enhancing Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Finger millet -- Chapter 24. Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) response and tolerance to abiotic stress -- Chapter 25. Abiotic Stress Response and Adoption of Triticale.
    Abstract: The edited book highlights various emerging Omics tools and techniques that are currently being used in the analysis of responses to different abiotic stress in agronomically important cereals and their applications in enhancing tolerance mechanism. Plants are severely challenged by diverse abiotic stress factors such as low water availability (drought), excess water (flooding/ waterlogging), extremes of temperatures (cold, chilling, frost, and heat), salinity, mineral deficiency, and heavy metal toxicity. Agronomically important cereal crops like Rice, Wheat, Maize, Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Barley, Oats, Rye, Foxtail Millets etc. that are the major sources of food material and nutritional components for human health are mostly exposed to abiotic stresses during the critical phases of flowering and grain yield. Different Omics platforms like genomics, transcriptomics proteomics, metabolomics and phenomics, in conjunction with breeding and transgenic technology, and high throughput technologies like next generation sequencing, epigenomics, genome editing and CRISPR-Cas technology have emerged altogether in understanding abiotic stress response and strengthening defense and tolerance mechanism of different cereals. This book is beneficial to different universities and research institutes working with different cereal crops in the areas of stress physiology, stress-associated genes and proteins, genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering, and other fields of molecular plant physiology. The book can also be used as advanced textbook for the course work of research and master’s level students. It will be of use to people involved in ecological studies and sustainable agriculture. The proposed book bring together the global leaders working on environmental stress in different cereal crops and motivate scientists to explore new horizons in the relevant areas of research.
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    Pages: IX, 615 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811901409
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0140-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0140-9
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    Small Millet Grains : The Superfoods in Human Diet (2022)
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    Keywords: Food science. ; Food security. ; Food Analysis. ; Chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition   . ; Food Science. ; Food Security. ; Food Chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Small Millets: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Nutritional Profile of Small Millets -- Chapter 3. Processing of Small Millets -- Chapter 4. Effect of Processing on Antioxidant Potential and Antinutritional Factors in Small Millets -- Chapter 5. Small Millets Based Traditional and Unconventional Food Products -- Chapter 6. Small Millets Functional Foods -- Chapter 7. Small Millets Based Baby Food -- Chapter 8. Small Millets: Path to Food and Nutrition Security.
    Abstract: This book discusses the various aspects of the health and nutritional benefits of the wonder grains, small millets. It introduces the readers to the historical use of small millet grains in the diet of humans. It further discusses the consumption and strategies to improve the global production of these nutrient-dense grains. The book outlines how the inclusion of small millet as a staple could prevent nutritional deficiency diseases, hidden hunger, and non-communicable diseases. Different chapters of the book provide information about the nutritional profile of popular small millet grains. It also includes information about the effects of processing on the dietary factors in the grains. It describes the traditional food products as well as unconventional products from small millet. It advises the readers on the best ways to consume this super-food. The book also highlights the role of small millet as a functional food. It highlights how this food can address the challenge of nutritional security.
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    Pages: XVII, 190 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811693069
    Series Statement: Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9306-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9306-9
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    Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment : Impacts and Remediation (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Agrochemicals- Provenance, Environmental Fate and Remediation Measures -- Chapter 3. Impact of Agrochemicals on Soil Microbiota -- Chapter 4. Agriculture Pollution in Kerala, India with Special Reference to Endosulphan -- Chapter 5. An Intergenerational Community-Based Approach to Safe Farming and Environmental Health -- Chapter 6. Guidance on Pesticides Handling in Farming -- Chapter 7. Impact of Pesticides, Herbicides and Insecticides on the Ecosystem -- Chapter 8. Pesticides and its Effects on Plants: A Case Study of Deltamethrin -- Chapter 9. The Use of Glyphosate in Regions of Argentina and Colombia and its Socio-environmental Impacts -- Chapter 10. Impact of Insecticides on Soil and Environment and their Management Strategies -- Chapter 11. Role of Insect Pest Management in Agriculture Conservation -- Chapter 12. Mobility of Trace Elements in Agricultural Soils- Chapter 13. The effects of nutrient enrichment on nutrient-poor ecosystems: Insights from the study of serpentine soil plant relations -- Chapter 14. Soil Erosion and Sedimentation - A Source of Contamination and Impact on Agriculture Productivity -- Chapter 15. Plastics in the Soil Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 16. Lead and cadmium contamination in the soil environment: Impacts on plant growth and human health -- Chapter 17. Heavy metals contamination on farmlands in the crude oil exploration area -- Chapter 18. Effect of Trace Elements in Soils and Its Management -- Chapter 19. Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment -- Chapter 20. Alleviation in the Toxicity of Heavy Metals on Agricultural Crops by Metal Resistant Bacteria -- Chapter 21. Bioremediation Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of Atrazine in the Environment: Recent Advances and Prospects. Chapter 22. Aspergillus Mediated Bioremediation of Agrochemicals- Current Progress and Future Perspectives -- Chapter 23. Implications of Phytohormones as Agro-chemicals under Dynamic Environmental Conditions -- Chapter 24. Role of Genetically Modified Bacteria for Alleviating of Agrochemical Impact on the Environment -- Chapter 25. ‘Omics Perspective’ - Molecular Blue-print for Agrochemical Remediation -- Chapter 26. Impact and Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Conclusions and Future Perspectives.
    Abstract: This volume ‘Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Impacts and Remediation’ is a comprehensive collection of important literature on agrochemical contamination. The main focus of this book is to point out undesirable changes in biological, physical and chemical characteristics of agricultural soils and its impacts on global agricultural crop productivity. Soil is one of the important resources of basic needs for our sustenance but due to various anthropogenic activities like urbanization and industrialization, the soil is losing its basic quality characteristics. Soil microorganisms, water holding capacity, minerals, salts and nutrients are under the direct threat due to agrochemicals therefore, agricultural sector is facing a serious challenge. Lack of proper knowledge and luxurious applications of agrochemicals resulting into degradation and deterioration of soil quality, loss of soil and crop productivity and threatening the food security. Therefore, it is imperative to develop indices, indicators and soil parameters for the monitoring and impact assessment of agricultural contaminants. Further, biotic and abiotic stresses and their tolerance mechanisms in plants in relation to the soil contaminants such as toxic pollutants, heavy metals, inorganic and organic matters, variety of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, agricultural runoffs and solid wastes, and chemical fertilizers are also highlighted in this volume. This book also discusses causes of reduced agriculture productivity and suggests sustainable measures such as plant-based technologies, bioremediation and nanotechnology, that can be used to overcome the crop losses. The book is interest to research students, teachers, agricultural scientists, agronomists, environmentalists as well as policy makers.
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    Pages: XXVI, 612 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811693106
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9310-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9310-6
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    Plant and Nanoparticles (2022)
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    Keywords: Botanical chemistry. ; Nanobiotechnology. ; Plant physiology. ; Green chemistry. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Food science. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Nanobiotechnology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Green Chemistry. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Food Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Emerging trends of Nanoparticles in Sustainable Agriculture: Current and Future Perspectives -- Chapter 2.Nanoparticles in Plant Disease Management -- Chapter 3.Proteomics of Plant Nanoparticles Interaction Mechanism -- Chapter 4. Importance of the secondary metabolites and biological parameters modification by metallic, oxides, and carbon-based nanomaterials over forage plants -- Chapter 5. Polymer-based nanoparticles (NPs): A promising approach for crops productivity -- Chapter 6.Plant mediated eco-friendly synthesis of platinum nanoparticles and their applications -- Chapter 7.Foliar Application of Metallic Nanoparticles on Crops Under Field Conditions -- Chapter 8.Phytotoxic effects of nanoparticles and defense mechanisms in plants -- Chapter 9.Plant Molecular Responses to Nanoparticle Stress -- Chapter 10. Nanoelicitation: A Promising and Emerging Technology for Triggering the Sustainable In Vitro Production of Secondary Metabolites in Medicinal Plants -- Chapter 11. Nanomaterials as unique carriers in agricultural practices for plant growth and development: A state of current knowledge -- Chapter 12. Nanotechnologies and Sustainable agriculture for Food and Nutraceutical production: An Update -- Chapter 13. Green synthesis of plant assisted manganese-based nanoparticles and their various applications -- Chapter 14.Biogenic synthesis of lead-based nanoparticles and their recent applications.
    Abstract: This book explores the interactions between nanomaterials/nanoparticles and plants and unveils potential applications. The chapters emphasize the implications of nanoparticles in cross-discipline approaches, including agricultural science, plant physiology, plant biotechnology, material science, environmental science, food chemistry, biomedical science, etc. It presents recent advances in experimental and theoretical studies and gives in-depth insights into the interaction between nanoparticles and plant cells. In addition, it discusses the potential applications and concerns of nanoparticles comprehensively. The research field of plant nanotechnology has great potential within plant sciences and agriculture and the related research is getting increased at present. The study of plant nanotechnology receives an advantage from the great progress of nanotechnology in biomedical sciences particularly the well-development of a variety of biocompatible nanoparticles (NPs) and advanced analytical techniques. Nowadays, although some NPs have been applied in the studies of plant and agronomic sciences, the knowledge regarding physiology and underlying mechanisms within the plant cell remains limited. This book offers a critical reference for students, teachers, professionals, and a wide array of researchers in plant science, plant physiology, plant biotechnology, material science, environmental science, food chemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical science. It could also benefit the related field of plant nanotechnology for designing and organizing future research. .
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    ISBN: 9789811925030
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2503-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2503-0
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    Biosystematics of Triticeae : Volume V. Genera: Campeiostachys, Elymus,Pascopyrum, Lophopyrum, Trichopyrum, Hordelymus, Festucopsis, Peridictyon, and Psammopyrum (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plants Evolution. ; Evolution (Biology). ; Agriculture. ; Plant Evolution. ; Evolutionary Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biosystematics of Genus Campeiostachys -- Chapter 2. Biosystematics of Genus Elymus -- Chapter 3. Biosystematics of Genus Pascopyrum -- Chapter 4. Biosystematics of Genus Lophopyrum -- Chapter 5. Biosystems of Genus Trichopyrum -- Chapter 6. Biosystematics of genus Hordelymus -- Chapter 7. Biosystematics of Genus Festucopsis -- Chapter 8. Biosystematics of Genus Peridictyon -- Chapter 9. Biosystematics of Genus Psammopyrum.-.
    Abstract: This book review and rearrange the research data of Triticeae published over hundreds of years, applying a modern scientific approach. Triticeae is an important tribe in the grass family (Peaceae). It includes the major cereal crops, such as wheat, barley and rye, in addition to many valuable forage crops found in different genera, such as Elymus, Agropyron, Pasthyrostachys, and Leymus. The knowledge of appropriate Triticeae taxonomy and biosystematics will serve as genetic breeding of wheat, barley, rye and forage grass. The authors attempted to remain the truth and remove the false for deriving a more natural biosystematics of Triticeae. This book covers taxonomy, cytogenetics, and molecular phylogeny. It summarizes the biosystematics of Triticeae with comprehensive and updated data. This book is divided into five volumes (Volumes 1- 5), and includes 30 genera, 2 subgenera, 464 species, 9 subspecies, and 186 varieties in Triticeae. Volume 5 introduces nine perennial genera in Triticeae: Campeiostachys, Elymus, Pascopyrum, Lophopyrum, Trichopyrum, Hordelymus, Festucopsis, Peridictyon, and Psammopyrum. Elymus (StH), Campeiostachys (StYH), Lophopyrum (E), and Trichopyrum (ESt)are polymorphic genus. They show similar morphological characters, and it is difficult to distinguish them based merely on morphological variation. Pascopyrum (StHNsXm), Hordelymus (XoXr), Festucopsis (L), Peridictyon (Xp), and Psammopyrum (EL) are small genera, mostly monotypic genera. This book can serve as highly qualified, valuable, and convenient handbooks for audiences who are interested in Triticeae. This book also includes many illustrations, in addition to the description, to help the audience understand, morphological features of the concerned taxa, which makes the explanation more precise and obvious. It is a useful tool to understand the relationship among species in Triticeae.
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    ISBN: 9789811900150
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0015-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0015-0
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    Brassinosteroids Signalling : Intervention with Phytohormones and Their Relationship in Plant Adaptation to Abiotic Stresses (2022)
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    Keywords: Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant ecology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Signal transduction of brassinosteroids under abiotic Stresses -- Chapter 2. Plant proteomics and metabolomics investigations in regulation of brassinosteroid -- Chapter 3. Cross talk between brassinosteroids and nitric oxide regulate plant improvement during abiotic stress -- Chapter 4. Interaction between brassinosteroids and hydrogen peroxide networking signal molecules in plantsInteraction between brassinosteroids and hydrogen peroxide networking signal molecules in plants -- Chapter 5. Brassinosteroids and strigolactone signaling in plants -- Chapter 6. Mechanism associated with brassinosteroids crosstalk with gibberellic acid in plants -- Chapter 7. Brassinosteroids and ethylene mediated cross talk in plant growth and development -- Chapter 8. Interplay of brassinosteroids and auxin for understanding of signalling pathway -- Chapter 9. Brassinosteroids crosstalk with ABA under stress condition -- Chapter 10. Cross talk between brassinosteroids and cytokinins in relation to plant growth and developments -- Chapter 11. Role of brassinosteroids and its crosstalk with other phytohormone in plant responses to heavy metal stress -- Chapter 12. Mechanism associated with brassinosteroids mediated detoxification of pesticides in plants -- Chapter 13. Glyphosate: is brassinosteroids application a remedy? -- Chapter 14. The production of high-value secondary metabolites through hairy root transformation in the presence of brassinosteroids -- Chapter 15. Role of Brassinosteroids in Protein Folding Under High Temperature Stress -- Chater 16. Molecular mechanism of Brassinosteroids in boosting crop yield.
    Abstract: This book presents the state of the skill of understanding brassinosteroids (BRs) signaling plus crosstalk with phytohormone and their association in plant adaptation to abiotic stresses comprising physiological, biochemical, and molecular developments. Due to progressively adverse environmental conditions and scarce natural resources, high-efficient crops have become more important than ever. For the successful improvement of stress-tolerant plants, it is vital to understand the precise signaling appliances that plants practice to abide stresses as well as how much these mechanisms are convinced by phytohormone. However, it is also debatable on which step plants can attain brassinosteroids (BRs) signaling from an evolutionary viewpoint. BRs are involved in modulating a large array of important functions throughout a plant’s life cycles. BRs are considered as one of the most important plant steroidal hormones that show a varied role in observing a wide range of developmental practices in plants. Our grip on brassinosteroids signaling has quickly extended over the past two decades, owing in part to the isolation of the constituents intricate in the signal transduction trail. The book proposes a useful guide for plant researchers and graduate students in connected areas. .
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    ISBN: 9789811657436
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5743-6
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    Sustainable Management of Potato Pests and Diseases (2022)
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    Keywords: Agronomy. ; Plant diseases. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Plant physiology. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Potato Pests and Diseases: A Global Perspective -- Chapter 2. Phytosanitary Standards and International Exchange of Potato -- Chapter 3. Fungicide Resistance: Threats and Management Approaches -- Chapter 4. Role of Plant Nutrition in Disease Development and Management -- Chapter 5. Secondary Metabolites of Microbials as Potential Pesticides -- Chapter 6. Advances and Approaches in Mitigating Bacterial Diseases of Potato -- Chapter 7. Advances in Management of Late Blight of Potato -- Chapter 8. Role of Genetic Resources in Management of Potato Pests and Diseases -- Chapter 9. Biology and Management of Aphids Infesting Potato -- Chapter 10. Biology and Management of Whiteflies in Potato Crops -- Chapter 11. Biology and Management of Nematodes in Potato -- Chapter 12. Potato Viruses and Their Management -- Chapter 13. Serological and Molecular Diagnosis of Potato Viruses: An Overview -- Chapter 14. Pesticide Residues and International Regulations -- Chapter 15. RNA Interference: A Versatile Tool to Augment Plant Protection Strategies in Potato -- Chapter 16. New Chemistry Pesticides for Management of Potato Pests -- Chapter 17. Genome Editing Prospects to Develop Disease/Pest Resistant Potato Varieties -- Chapter 18. Biological Suppression of Insect Pests of Potato -- Chapter 19. Bio-intensive Management of Fungal Diseases of Potatoes -- Chapter 20. Use of Green Chemicals in Pest and Disease Management -- Chapter 21. Management of Major Fungal and Fungal-Like Soil-borne Diseases of Potato.
    Abstract: This book covers the important diseases and pests of potato which are of global significance. The pests and diseases in potato lead to huge economic losses by reducing the yield and quality of the produce. This book describes major pests and diseases in detail with particular emphasis on the latest developments with respect to their biology, ecology, and management. It highlights the importance of virus infection for seed potato production and diagnostic symptoms, along with management guidelines. The book brings forth tips for judicious use of pesticides for sustainable potato production and management of pesticide resistance. Use of novel approaches such as RNA interference, genome editing, and other genomic resources for drug designing in diseases and pest management is also emphasized in the book. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, extension workers, potato growers, and policy makers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture and plant pathology. National and international agricultural scientists and policy makers will also find this to be a useful read. .
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    Pages: XVI, 540 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811676956
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7695-6
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    Plant Tissue Culture: New Techniques and Application in Horticultural Species of Tropical Region (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant biotechnology. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biology Technique. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. General information: some aspects of plant tissue culture -- Chapter 2. The use of the paraffin embedding method in the study of cultured explants I: Background information -- Chapter 3. The paraffin embedding method II: Protocols -- Chapter 4. A simple guide to the use of compresstome in plant research -- Chapter 5. Establishment of nylon bag culture system in regeneration and micropropagation -- Chapter 6. Wounding manipulation and shoot tip removal methods in the micropropagation of Paphiopedilum callosum -- Chapter 7. Stem elongation for plant micropropagation -- Chapter 8. Somatic embryogenesis as a tool for propagating of some plants -- Chapter 9. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) in plant regeneration, growth and secondary metabolite accumulation -- Chapter 10. In vitro hydroponic culture system in plant micropropagation -- Chapter 11. Microponic culture system in the propagation of some plants -- Chapter 12. The application of thin cell layers culture technique in plant regeneration and micropropagation - latest achievements -- Chapter 13. In vitro flowering of T. fournieri -- Chapter 14. The use of silver nanoparticles as a disinfectant and media additive in plant micropropagation -- Chapter 15. Enhanced growth and overcoming abnormal phenomena in micropropagation by nanoparticles -- Chapter 16. A protocol of shoot regeneratin and polyploid plantlet production in P. villosum -- Chapter 17. In vitro growth and development of plants under stimulated microgravity condition -- Chapter 18. Wireless light-emitting diode system for micropropagating of Chrysanthemum and Strawberry.
    Abstract: This book presents latest work in the field of plant biotechnology regarding high-efficiency micropropagation for commercial exploitation at low labor and equipment costs. The book consists of 18 chapters on establishing advanced culture systems, techniques as well as latest modification protocols on a variety of crops. It also discusses new methods such as nylon film culture system, light-emitting diode and wireless light-emitting diode system, stem elongation, wounding manipulation and shoot tip removal, in vitro hydroponic and microponic culture system, thin cell layer culture system etc. Plant cell tissue has been developed more than fifty years ago. Since then applications of in vitro plant propagation expanded rapidly all around the world and played as an important role in agricultural and horticultural systems. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences.
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    Theories and Methods for Minimizing Cadmium Pollution in Crops : Case Studies on Water Spinach (2022)
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    Keywords: Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Cadmium Contamination in Agricultural Soils and Crops -- Chapter 2. Intraspecific Variations in Cadmium Accumulation Capacity of Crops and Application of Pollution-safe Cultivar -- Chapter 3. Cultivar-dependent Cadmium Uptake and Translocation of Water Spinach and Its Stability -- Chapter 4. The Effects of Rhizosphere Properties on Shoot Cd Accumulation of Water Spinach -- Chapter 5. A Decisive Role of Roots on Shoot Cd Accumulation of Water Spinach -- Chapter 6. Subcellular and Chemical Mechanisms Affecting the Cultivar-dependent Cd Accumulation of Ipomoea aquatica Forsk -- Chapter 7. Breeding of New Cultivar of Water Spinach with Low Shoot Cd and Pb Accumulations -- Chapter 8. Differences of Cd-induced Gene Expressions between Low- and High-Cd Accumulating Cultivars of Water Spinach: a Case Using Suppression Subtractive Hybridization (SSH) Method -- Chapter 9. Comparative Transcriptome and MicroRNAs Analyses between Low- and High-Cd Accumulating Cultivars of Water Spinach.-Chapter 10. Perspectives on the Marker-assisted Breeding of the Cd-PSCs.
    Abstract: The cadmium (Cd) contamination has raised increasingly global concern on food safety. The book was composed to bring comprehensive and valuable thoughts about the food safety management against heavy metal contamination. In this book, current status of cadmium contamination in agricultural soils and crops is systematically summarized. In order to reduce the risk of Cd pollution in crops, Cd pollution-safe cultivar (Cd-PSC) strategy, i.e. identifying, breeding and applying the cultivars with particularly low Cd accumulation capacity in edible parts even when grown in Cd contaminated soil, is proposed as a most effective, low-cost and environmental-friendly method for minimizing Cd pollution in crops. To describe the framework of the Cd-PSC strategy, a series research results on water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk) are summarized as a typical case. The latest findings about the Cd-PSCs of water spinach, including cultivar variation in shoot Cd accumulation, identification and verification of low- and high-Cd accumulating cultivars, stability of Cd accumulation capacity at the cultivar level, biochemical and molecular mechanisms of the cultivar-dependent Cd uptake, transfer and accumulation, breeding methods for improving Cd-PSCs, and so on, have been covered. This book will provide valuable theoretical and practical understandings for controlling Cd pollution in crops grown on agricultural soils with known or unknown risk of Cd contamination.
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    Fundamentals of Field Crop Breeding (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Breeding Field Crops – History, Current Status And Introspections -- Chapter 2: Wheat Breeding -- Chapter 3: Rice Breeding -- Chapter 4: Maize Breeding -- Chapter 5: Barley Breeding -- Chapter 6: Pearl Millet Breeding. Chapter 7: Sorghum Breeding. Chapter 8: Small Millets Breeding -- Chapter 9: Sugarcane Breeding -- Chapter 10: Jute Breeding -- Chapter 11: Cotton Breeding -- Chapter 12: Maintenance Breeding Of Pusa Basmati Varieties -- Chapter 13: Maintenance Breeding -- Chapter 14: Efficient Breeding Of Crop Plants -- Chapter 15: Brassica Breeding -- Chapter 16: Groundnut Breeding -- Chapter 17: Soybean Breeding -- Chapter 18: Castor Breeding -- Chapter 19: Sunflower Breeding -- Chapter 20: Chickpea Breeding -- Chapter 21: Pigeonpea Breeding -- Chapter 22: Mungbean Breeding -- Chapter 23: Urdbean Breeding -- Chapter 24: Lentil Breeding -- Chapter 25: Fieldpea Breeding -- Chapter 26: Lathyrus Breeding.
    Abstract: This book is an advanced textbook and a reference book for the post-graduate plant-breeding students and the plant breeders. It consolidates fundamental concepts and also the latest advances in plant-breeding practices including development in crop genomics. It contains crop wise explanation on origin, reproduction, genetics of yield contributing traits, biotic and abiotic stresses, nutritional improvement and crop specific plant-breeding procedures and techniques. The chapters are planned to describe crop-focused breeding procedure for the major crop plants as per their economic importance. The recent developments in breeding of field crops have been reported. The recent progress made in mapping traits of economic importance has been critically reviewed for each crop. The progress made in markers assisted selected in few crops has been summarized. This book bridges the knowledge gap and bring to the researchers and students information on modern breeding tools for developing biotic and abiotic stress tolerant, climate resilient and micronutrient rich varieties of field crops. The chapters in book are contributed by experienced Plant Breeders.
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    Pages: XIV, 1389 p. 109 illus., 98 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811692574
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9257-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9257-4
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    Plant Stress Mitigators : Action and Application (2022)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Climate change impact on alteration of plant traits -- Chapter 2. Climate change: A key factor for regulating microbial interaction with plants -- Chapter 3. Climate Change and Soil Fertility -- Chapter 4. IMPACTS ON PLANT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT UNDER STRESS -- Chapter 5. Consequences of Climate Change over Soil Dynamics: An Update -- 6. Physiological effects of drought stress in plants -- 7. Bioremediation Based Microorganisms Decelerate Due to Climate Change to Breakdown Pollutants -- 8. Impact of climate change on soil microorganisms regulating nutrient transformation -- 9. CLIMATE CHANGE: CURRENT SCENARIO, ITS IMPLICATIONS ON SOIL HEALTH AND MITIGATION -- 10. Habitat Imposed Stress Tolerance by Plants via Soil-Microbe Interactions -- 11. Habitat Imposed Stress Tolerance by Plants via Soil-Microbe Interactions -- 12. IAA biosynthesis in bacteria and its role in plant-microbe interaction for drought stress management -- 13. Role of Plant–microbe interactions in combating salinity stress -- 14. Beneficial rhizobacteria unveiling plant fitness under climate change -- 15. Microorganisms: The viable approach for mitigation of abiotic stress -- 16. Emerging microbe mediated advanced technology to mitigate climatic stresses in plants and soil health: current perspectives and future challenges -- 17. Biotechnological approaches for mitigation and adaptation of climate change.-18. Use of synthetic ecology approach in exploring plant-microbial interactions under habitat-imposed stresses.-19. Drought tolerance mechanisms in crop plants -- 20. MICROBES MEDIATED AMELIORATION OF SALINITY STRESS IN CROPS -- 21. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES TO UNDERSTAND PLANT‐MICROBE RESPONSES ON CLIMATIC CHANGE -- 22. Functional diversity of microbes in rhizosphere: a key player for soil health conservation under changing climatic conditions -- 23. The Role of Polyamines in Drought Tolerance in Plants -- 24. Portfolio of drought stress response and genetic enhancement strategies for development of future drought-tolerant crop -- 25. ALLEVIATING ABIOTIC STRESS IN PLANTS USING NANOPARTICLES -- 26. Climate change mitigation through agroforestry: socioeconomic and environmental consequences -- 27. An overview on Soybean mosaic virus and its management -- 28. An overview of microbial mediated alleviation of abiotic stresses response in plant.
    Abstract: This edited compilation explores role of climate change in plant stresses, their mitigators, their role, mode of action and, application. The book discusses molecular and physiological mechanisms involved in plant stress physiology and the working mechanism of stress mitigators. It collates information from latest research conducted on plant stress mitigators, and highlights new strategies related to beneficial microorganisms that support plants under various stresses. These mitigators have gained attention of both farmers and industry for their application in organic farming. Plant stress mitigators have a huge global market. They follow different action mechanism for enhancing plant growth and stress tolerance capacity including nutrient solubilizing and mobilizing, bicontrol activity against plant pathogens, phytohormone production, soil conditioning and many more unrevealed mechanisms. This book elaborates stress alleviation action of different plant stress mitigators on crops grown under optimal and sub-optimal growing conditions. It addresses mainly three subthemes -- (1) Climate change impacts on plant and soil health (2) Microbe mediated plant stress mitigation and (3) Advances in plant stress mitigation. The book is a relevant reading for Post graduate students, researchers in the field of plant stress physiology, Plant-microbe interaction, biochemistry and plant molecular biology and industries related to seed production, biofertilizer and biopesticides.
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    Pages: XI, 596 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811677595
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7759-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7759-5
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    New Horizons in Wheat and Barley Research : Crop Protection and Resource Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Plant diseases. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agronomy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Paradigm shifts in disease management -- 1 Wheat rust research-shifting paradigms globally -- 2 Forecasting of Wheat Diseases: Insights, Methods and Challenges -- 3 Leaf blight disease of wheat and barley-Past present and future -- 4 Smut and bunt diseases of Wheat: Biology, Identification and Management -- 5 Powdery mildew of wheat: Research progress, Opportunities and Challenges -- 6 Antimicrobial agents for wheat disease: Mode of action and its application -- 7 Integrated Management of Barley Diseases: Current Status and Future Research Priorities -- 8 Viral diseases of wheat: Research Progress and future perspectives -- Part 2 Innovations in entomology and nematology research -- 9 Biology and management strategies of major insect-pests of wheat -- 10 Technological Innovations for the Management of Insect-pests in Stored Grains -- 11 Modern Approaches for the Management of Cereal Cyst Nematodes in Wheat and Barley -- 12 Nanotechnology for wheat and barley health management: Current scenario and future prospectus -- Part 3 Expanding horizons in resource management -- 13 Integrated Management Practices for incremental wheat productivity -- 14 Improved Agronomic Practices for Enhancing the Resource Use Efficiency and Productivity of Wheat and Barley.-15 Efficient irrigation water management in rice-wheat cropping system -- 16 Fertilizer consumption in wheat production systems: Trends and Policies -- 17 Technical Efficiency in Indian Wheat Production: Regional Trends and Way Forward -- 18 Frontier Mechanization Technologies for Wheat Based Cropping Systems -- 19 Innovative pathways to increase resource conservation and nutrient use efficiency in rice-wheat cropping systems for food security and decreased environmental footprints -- 20 Integrated Weed Management in Wheat and Barley: Global perspective -- 21 Agroforestry for Sustainable Cereal based Cropping Systems in Indo-gangetic Plain Region. .
    Abstract: This book discusses the research progress on pathology, entomology, nematology, and resource management of wheat and barley crops. The volume summarizes the research progress and discusses the future perspectives based on current understanding of the existing issues and advancing cutting-edge technologies in the field. The book aims to help in deciding future research and development agenda by devising better strategies and techniques to cultivate these crops under clean and sustainable environment. Through this book an international group of leading wheat and barley researchers unveil the emerging concepts and issues related to biotic stresses and resource management and offers latest glimpses of technological needs and resource optimization in wheat and barley production system. Also, key topics such as frontier mechanization technologies, improved precision farming techniques, pluralistic extension and policy interventions for enhancing the resource efficiency and livelihood security of the farmers are explored here. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, molecular breeders, cereal biochemists and biotechnologists, policymakers and professionals working in the area of wheat and barley research, food and cereal industry. Also, the book serves as an additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture and food sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this book to be a useful read. Volume 1 of New Horizons in Wheat and Barley Research covers global trends, breeding and quality enhancement.
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    Pages: XXI, 637 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811641343
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4134-3
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    Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Sustainable Growth of Non-legumes (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural ecology. ; Microbiology. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Agroecology. ; Microbiology. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Non-legumes: Introduction -- Chapter 2. Symbiotic and Asymbiotic Nitrogen Fixation: An Overview -- Chapter 3. Interactions of Rhizobia with Non-leguminous Plants – A Molecular Ecology Perspective for Enhanced Plant Growth -- Chapter 4. Biotechnological Solutions to Improve Nitrogenous Nutrition in Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 5. Contribution of Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria in Rice Cultivation: Past, Present and Future -- Chapter 6. Nitrogen-Fixing Archaea and Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 7. Root Nodule Bacteria-Rhizobia: Exploring the Beneficial Effects on Non-legume Plant Growth -- Chapter 8. Interactions of Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria and Cereal Crops: An Important Dimension -- Chapter 9. Microbiome to the Rescue: Nitrogen Cycling and Fixation in Non-legumes -- Chapter 10. Biological Nitrogen Fixation in the Rhizosphere of Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) and Coffee (Coffea spp.) and its Role in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 11. Plant Growth-promoting Bacteria and Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Sustainability of Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 12. Harnessing Cereal-Rhizobial Interactions for Plant-Growth Promotion and Sustainable Crop Production -- Chapter 13. Ecology of Nitrogen-fixing Bacteria for Sustainable Development of Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 14. Role of Bacterial Secondary Metabolites in Modulating Nitrogen-fixation in Non-legume Plants -- Chapter 15. Progress of N Fixation by Rice-Rhizobium Association -- Chapter 16. N Fixation by Free-living and Endophytic Bacteria and Their Impact on Field Crops with Emphasis on Rice -- Chapter 17. Conclusions: The Rhizobial Eminence for Biological Nitrogen Fixation - Revisited and Refined.
    Abstract: “Zero Hunger” is one of the several Sustainable Development Goal can be achieved by an ever-green revolution. The nitrogen-fixing bacteria are game-changer and prime players for nitrogen homeostasis in the ecosystem. The playbacks of biological nitrogen fixation in the agroecosystem have been realized from symbiosis to associative and free-living interaction in a broad range of non-legume crops. The jab of various rhizobia, non-rhizobia, and free-living bacteria to the non-legumes has commenced, where they set themselves intercellularly within the root system, fixing nitrogen for enhanced crop production. This book marks new frontiers of Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria and their versatile interaction with Non-legume and Sustainable Growth.
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    Pages: XIV, 390 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811949067
    Series Statement: Microorganisms for Sustainability, 36
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4906-7
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    Biostimulants: Exploring Sources and Applications (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Biostimulants: Overview of categories and effects -- Chapter 2. Biostimulant potential of seaweed extracts derived from Laminaria and Ascophyllum nodosum -- Chapter 3. Borage extracts as biostimulants of plant growth and development -- Chapter 4. Simple organic acids as plant biostimulants -- Chapter 5. Animal-derived hydrolyzed protein and its biostimulant effects:In: Biostimulants: exploring sources and applications -- Chapter 6. Protein hydrolysates as Biostimulants of Plant Growth and Development -- Chapter 7. Biostimulants and their extraction from food and agro based industries -- Chapter 8. FOLIAR APPLICATION OF MICROBIAL AND PLANT BASED BIOSTIMULANTS ON PLANT NUTRITION -- Chapter 9. The role of biostimulants in plant growth, development and abiotic stress management: recent insights -- Chapter 10. Role of Biostimulants in Agriculture -- Chapter 11 Biostimulants: Emerging trend and opportunities.
    Abstract: This edited book is a comprehensive compilation highlighting sources of biostimulants, their production, influence on plant growth and development, and regulatory status of plant biostimulants for better understanding and opening new vistas for future research. Biostimulants, the biological formulations are known to meliorate the plants growth and vigour, improve nutritional efficiency along with maintaining their well-being mainly via providing protection against a wide range of infections. Both horticultural as well as agricultural crops involve the utilization of the biostimulants. Fulvic and humic acids, nitrogen-containing compounds, protein hydrolysates, favourable bacteria and fungi, and extracts of seaweed are the chief active components of these. The major driving force for these materials is the organic farming industry and demand for sustainable crop production. This book will be of great interest to researchers, teachers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Moreover, this book does the work of a supplementary reading for students in various fields such as agriculture, soil science, ecology, environmental science and forestry at undergraduate as well as graduate level. This will be a gainful read for national and international agricultural scientists and the policy makers. • Elaborates on biostimulants induced influence of plant growth and development • Covers all aspects of biostimulants sources and its role in plant life in detail • Discusses evidence based approach in biostimulants sources and its useful applications in plants .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811670800
    Series Statement: Plant Life and Environment Dynamics,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7080-0
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    Agro-biodiversity and Agri-ecosystem Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Ecology . ; Agricultural ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology. ; Agroecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I General -- Chapter 1: Introduction to agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem in the 21st century -- Section II Agro Biodiversity Conservation and Challenges -- Chapter 2: An Assessment of Forest Diversity: Challenges and Management -- Chapter 3: Agrobiodiversity, Status, and Conservation Strategies -- Chapter 4: Role of Range grasses in conservation and restoration of biodiversity -- Chapter 5: Molecular approaches in Agro Biodiversity Conservation -- Section III Agri Ecosystem Services and Climate Resilience -- Chapter 6: Carbon Sequestration Potential in Agricultural Systems -- Chapter 7: Inter-Connectivity between Climate Resilience, Climate Change and Adaptability -- Chapter 8: Soil organic carbon and total nitrogen stocks under different land uses in Achanakmaar Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve, India -- Chapter 9: Vegetation Biomass and Carbon Stock Assessment under Different Forest Types of Temperate and Alpine Forest Ecosystem of Western Himalayas -- Section IV Advance Approaches for Agrobiodiversity Conservation and Restoration -- Chapter 10: Molecular approaches in conservation and restoration of agro-biodiversity -- Chapter 11: Adapting Land Degradation and Enhancing Ethnic Livelihood Security through Fruit Production: Evidence from Hilly Areas of Bangladesh -- Chapter 12: Restoration and Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources via Molecular Techniques: An Important Measure for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 13: Molecular Approaches in Restoration of Agrobiodiversity -- Chapter 14: Genomics Approaches for Restoration and Conservation of Agro-biodiversity -- Section V Technological Intervention for Agricultural Development -- Chapter 15: Polyhydroxyalkanoates Production in Transgenic Plants: Green Plastics for Better Future & Environmental Sustainability -- Chapter 16: Application of artificial intelligence for the development of sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 17: Information and technology use in agriculture and Livestock development -- Chapter 18: Use of wild edible plants can meet the needs of future generation.
    Abstract: This edited book collates latest findings in the field of agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem management across the globe through selected case studies. The primary aim of the book is to cover agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem advancements in the field of agricultural resource management. The book explores a range of technologies that support sustainable use of resources and facilities, such as Natural Resource Management (NRM), Resource Conservation Technologies (RCTs), Integrated Farming System (IFS), Integrated Crop Management (ICM), Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), use of solar energy, promotion of agro-ecological zone specific agricultural production, application of climate resilient technologies, secondary agricultural practices and post-harvest technologies. Agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem not only contributes to overall growth of the economy but also reduces poverty by providing employment and food security to the majority of the population in the continent and thus it is the most inclusive growth sectors of the economy of Asian and African countries. The book is relevant for researchers and policy makes in the field of agriculture, food system research, ecology, agricultural diversification, resource management etc.
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    Pages: XV, 366 p. 48 illus., 37 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811909283
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0928-3
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    Cereal Diseases: Nanobiotechnological Approaches for Diagnosis and Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Nanotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Nanotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An introduction to rice diseases -- Chapter 2. Bacterial diseases of rice -- Chapter 3. Viral diseases of rice -- Chapter 4. Etiology, epidemiology, and management of maize diseases -- Chapter 5. Viral diseases of maize -- Chapter 6. Barley diseases: Introduction etiology, epidemiology, and their management -- Chapter 7. Identification of new susceptibility gene and its role in plant immunity -- Chapter 8. Breeding strategies for developing disease-resistant wheat: present, past, and future -- Chapter 9. Potential breeding strategies for developing disease-resistant barley: progress, challenges, and applications -- Chapter 10. Economic and Eco-friendly alternatives for the efficient and safe management of wheat diseases -- Chapter 11. Resistance gene identification, cloning, and characterization in plants -- Chapter 12. The role of genetic, genomic, and breeding approaches in the fight against fungal diseases in wheat -- Chapter 13. Disease Resistance genes identification, cloning, and characterization in plants -- Chapter 14. Utilization of Biosensors in the Identification of Bacterial Diseases in Maize -- Chapter 15. Nanomaterials for integrated crop disease managemenT -- Chapter 16. Metallic Nanoparticles and Nano-based bioactive formulations as Nano fungicides for Sustainable Disease Management in Cereals -- Chapter 17. Applications of nano-biotechnological Approaches in Diagnosis and Protection of Wheat Diseases -- Chapter 18. Nanomaterials for the Reduction of Mycotoxins in Cereals.
    Abstract: New ways to improve cereal crops against fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases are covered in this book that was put together by a group of experts. These include genetics, genome editing systems, and nano-biotechnological tools. Cereal crops are mainly the world's leading food crops and feed a large share of the world population. However, external factors, such as pathogens, have often threatened their productivity. Like wheat, rice, maize, oats, barley, millet and storage, etiology, epidemiology, and diseases in cereal crop management. In addition, the importance of crop genetics and genomics in combating pathogens has been discussed. This book offers up-to-date information on new methods, such as the potential of the genome editing system for crop improvement, in particular the CRISPR-Cas system. The current volume also talks about identification, plant breeding, genome editing, and nanotechnology tools that can be used to fight disease in cereal crops. This book is good for students, teachers, and researchers who study biotic stress in cereals, as well as scientists who study nanotechnology, disease resistance, pathogen biology, genome editing, agriculture sciences, and future biotechnology.
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    ISBN: 9789811931208
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3120-8
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    Sugar Beet Cultivation, Management and Processing (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Evolution and history of sugar beet in world: An overview -- Understanding the sugar beet crop and its physiology -- Physiological and molecular aspects of sucrose accumulation in sugar beet -- Shaping the Sugar Beet of Tomorrow: Current Advances in Sugar Beet Biotechnology and New Breeding Techniques -- Biotechnological approaches in sugar beet development -- Seed production and seed certification in sugar beet -- India's Sugar beet Seed Technology and Production -- Artificial seed technology -- Scope of cultivation of sugar beet under Indian sub-tropical conditions -- Factors Affecting Production Potentials and Adaptability of Sugar beet under Subtropical Conditions of Punjab -- Sugar beet Crop Production and Management -- Economical Crop Production and Management of Sugar Beet in Serbia and Montenegro -- Agronomic Management of Sugar Beet -- Autumn sown sugar beet in semi-arid regions -- New Approach to Utilize Nano-micronutrients in Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.) -- Silicon foliar application in sugar beet production -- Mechanisation of weed management in sugar beet -- Chemical strategy for weed management in sugar beet -- Intercropping sugar beet with different agricultural crops -- Sugar beet production under changing climates - opportunities and challenges -- Drought Stress Management in Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) Cultivation -- Exogenous putrescine-mediated drought tolerance in Sugar beet: Possible Mechanisms -- Improving sugar beet production under salinity conditions -- Etiology, epidemiology and management of Sugar beet diseases -- Foliar sugar beet diseases and their management approaches in India -- Cercospora Leaf Spot Disease -- Soil borne pathogen mediated root rot diseases of sugar beet and their management -- Integrated disease management in sugar beet for sustainable productivity -- The Technology Uses in the Determination of Sugar Beet Diseases -- Insect-pests of Sugar beet and their Integrated Management -- Biological control of sugar beet insect pests,- Biology, Pest status and management of army worm, Spodoptera litura (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) and cutworm Agrotis ipsilon (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) on Sugar beet -- Natural enemies of sugar beet -- Sugar beet nematodes – their occurrence, epidemiology and management in Ukraine -- Diseases caused by nematodes on sugar beet -- Sugar Beet Cyst Nematode (Heterodera schachtii Schmidt): Identification and Antagonists -- Endophytes for Sustainable Sugarbeet Production -- Rhizoctonia disease and its management -- Mechanization in Sugar Beet Cultivation -- Post-harvest sucrose deterioration in sugar beet -- Management strategies for reducing post-harvest deterioration of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) -- Quality and processing of sugar beet to sugars -- Bio-ethanol: Technologies, Trends and Prospects -- Sugar beet molasses production and utilization -- Bioethanol production from sugar beet juices and molasses for economic and environmental perspectives -- Sugar beet as cattle feed: Scope and prospects -- Sugar beet pulp and research efforts to diversify its use -- Sugar beet pectin and its diverse uses.
    Abstract: This book is a compilation of advancements and achievements in the field of sugar beet cultivation. It covers recent research and up-to-date information on this crop. It discusses essential aspects for high production and good yield, development and crop management, such as origin, breeding, seed production, physiology, pathology, entomology, biotechnology, and post-harvest technology. Sugar beet is known as an alternative crop for sugar production. A versatile crop having numerous uses, besides being raw material for sugar production, its molasses contain high amount of betaine which is used as a feed supplement. Due to its value profile it has attracted the millers and farmers alike. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, agriculture scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology and soil science. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811927300
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2730-0
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    Handbook of Millets - Processing, Quality, and Nutrition Status (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Food science. ; Agriculture. ; Biomedical Research. ; Food Science. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Millets-an Overview -- Chapter 2. Millet Cultivation an Overview -- Chapter 3. Millet Storage and Pest Management -- Chapter 4. Major Millets Processing -- Chapter 5. Minor millet processing and its impacts on composition -- Chapter 6. Chemistry of Millets: Major and Minor Constituents -- Chapter 7. Nutritional properties of millets: neglected cereals with potentials to combat malnutrition -- Chapter 8. Post-harvest Treatments and Storage of millets -- Chapter 9. Millet Milling Technologies -- Chapter 10. Effect of Processing on Functional Characteristics, Physiochemical Properties, and Nutritional Accessibility of Millets -- Chapter 11. Emerging Technologies in Millet Processing -- Chapter 12. Millet Food Products -- Chapter 13. Byproducts from Millet Processing Industry -- Chapter 14. Quality Standards for Millets -- Chapter 15. Millet Industry Scenario -- Chapter 16. Toxins in Millets.-.
    Abstract: The book offers an updated perspective on the unique characteristics of millets. Millets are consumed for their health/nutritional benefits, and in the preparation of specialty foods for target groups – from pediatrics to geriatrics. Recent trends suggest the importance of millet in the human diet due to their nutritional importance, ability to grow in high temperatures and drought conditions, and their resistance to pests and diseases. This book highlights different types of millet and discusses their properties as well as nutritional and anti-nutritional values. In addition, the book also provides information on the physiochemical properties, future prospects, current methodologies, and agricultural practices. The last few parts cover the emerging technologies in millet processing, by-products utilization, quality standards, and the current millet industry scenario. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the status of millet processing, quality, and nutraceutical product manufacture. The book is a resourceful read for students and researchers in food sciences, as well as industry experts.
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    ISBN: 9789811672248
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7224-8
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    Metabolic Engineering in Plants (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Plant cells and tissues. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Plant Cell Biology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Metabolic Engineering: New approaches in Pharmaceuticals Production -- Chapter 2. Ameliorating abiotic stress tolerance in crop plants by metabolic engineering -- Chapter 3. Enhancing Photosynthetic Efficiency of Crop Through Metabolic Engineering -- Chapter 4. Transcription factor mediated plant metabolite production in response to environmental stress factors: current understanding and future aspects -- Chapter 5. Secondary Metabolite Engineering for Plant Immunity against Various Pathogens -- Chapter 6. Role of metabolic engineering in enhancing crop nutritional quality -- Chapter 7. miRNA and RNAi Mediated Metabolic Engineering in Plants -- Chapter 8. CRISPR/Cas genome editing in engineering plant secondary metabolites of therapeutic benefits -- Chapter 9. Enhanced Production of plant aromatic compounds through metabolic engineering -- Chapter 10. Molecular Farming: Sustainable manufacturing of vaccines, antibodies and other therapeutic substances -- Chapter 11. CRISPR/Cas Mediated Genome Engineering for Abiotic Stress Resilience in Plants -- Chapter 12. CRISPR/Cas Mediated Genome Engineering for Abiotic Stress Resilience in Plants -- Chapter 13. Use of Metabolic Engineering/Biotechnology in Crops Breeding and Development of New Crops -- Chapter 14. Improving the quality of medicinal and aromatic plants through metabolic engineering -- Chapter 15. Polymeric composites: A promising tool for enhancing photosynthetic efficiency of crops -- Chapter 16. Metabolic engineering approaches to produce compounds of interest in plants -- Chapter 17. Carbon-based Nanomaterials: An efficient tool for improving the nutritional quality of crops -- Chapter 18. Plant Metabolic Engineering for a Futuristic Economy -- Chapter 19. Ethical perspectives and limitations of metabolic engineering technologies in plants.
    Abstract: This edited book highlights the plant and cell/organ culture systems, and environmental and genetic transformation-based modulation of biochemical pathways. Special focus is given to microRNA-based technology, heterologous systems expression of enzymes and pathways leading to products of interest, as well as applications using both model and non-model plant species. Metabolic engineering is usually defined as the re-routing of one or more enzymatic reactions to generate new compounds, increase the production of existing compounds, or facilitate the degradation of compounds. Plants are the foundation of numerous compounds which are synthesized via assimilated complex biosynthetic routes. Plants have evolved an incredible arrangement of metabolic pathways leading to molecules/compounds capable of responding promptly and effectively to stress situations imposed by biotic and abiotic factors, some of which supply the ever-growing needs of humankind for natural chemicals, such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, agrochemicals, food and chemical additives, biofuels, and biomass. However, in foreseeable future we will be forced to think about the accessibility of resources for the generations to come. For these reasons, the book proposes alternative options of food/food supplement, medicines and other essential items, by using plant metabolic engineering approach. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers and academic experts. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of biotechnology and molecular biology of plants.
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    ISBN: 9789811672620
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7262-0
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    Commercial Scale Tissue Culture for Horticulture and Plantation Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant biotechnology. ; Plants Development. ; Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Improved sterilization techniques for successful in vitro micropropagation -- Chapter 2. Selection and preparation of explants for the clonal propagation of horticultural plants in plant factory systems -- Chapter 3. Use of alternative components in cost-effective media for mass production of clonal plants -- Chapter 4. Novel plant growth regulators in in vitro establishment of horticulture and plantation crops -- Chapter 5. Potential role and utilization of Piriformospora indica: fungal endophytes in commercial plant tissue culture -- Chapter 6. Application of biostimulants in establishing and acclimatizing in vitro-raised plants -- Chapter 7. Nanomaterials and plant tissue culture: Developmental path and contradictory facts -- Chapter 8. Somatic embryogenesis in cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) -- Chapter 9. Somatic embryogenesis and plant regeneration in horticultural crops -- Chapter 10. Prospect and commercial production of economically important plant mulberry (Morus sp.) towards the upliftment of rural economy -- Chapter 11. Assessing the genetic stability of in vitro raised plants -- Chapter 12. Improvement of plant survival and expediting acclimatization process -- Chapter 13. Evaluation of genetic stability of in vitro raised orchids using molecular based markers -- Chapter 14. Recent in-vitro propagation advances in Genus Paphiopedilum – Lady Slipper Orchids.
    Abstract: This edited book is focusing on the novel and innovative procedures in tissue culture for large scale production of plantation and horticulture crops. It is bringing out a comprehensive collection of information on commercial scale tissue culture with the objective of producing high quality, disease-free and uniform planting material. Developing low cost commercial tissue culture can be one of the best possible way to attain the goal of sustainable agriculture. Tissue culture provides a means for rapid clonal propagation of desired cultivars, and a mechanism for somatic hybridization and in vitro selection of novel genotypes. Application of plant tissue culture technology in horticulture and plantation crops provides an efficient method to improve the quality and nutrition of the crops. This book includes a description of highly efficient, low cost in vitro regeneration protocols of important plantation and horticulture crops with a detailed guideline to establish a commercial plant tissue culture facility including certification, packaging and transportation of plantlets. The book discusses somatic embryogenesis, virus elimination, genetic transformation, protoplast fusion, haploid production, coculture of endophytic fungi, effects of light and ionizing radiation as well as the application of bioreactors. This book is useful for a wide range of readers such as, academicians, students, research scientists, horticulturists, agriculturists, industrial entrepreneurs, and agro-industry employees.
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    Pages: IX, 335 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811900556
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0055-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0055-6
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    Biology, Cultivation and Applications of Mushrooms (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Beauty, Diversity and Potential Uses of Certain Macrofungi -- Chapter 2. Therapeutic Potential of Medicinal Mushrooms : Insights into its Use against Covid-19 -- Chapter 3. Recent advances in the discovery of bioactive metabolites from Xylaria Hill ex Schrank -- Chapter 4. Wild Medical Macrofungi in Montenegro: Diversity, Distribution, Ecology and Uses -- Chapter 5. Health Promoting and Pharmacological Compounds from Mushrooms -- Chapter 6. The nutritional and pharmacological potential of medicinal mushroom “Ganoderma lucidum (Lingzhi or Reishi)” -- Chapter 7. Anti-aging Properties of Medicinal Mushrooms in Systemic Aesthetic Medicine -- Chapter 8. Diversity, Chemistry and Environmental Contamination of Wild Growing Medicinal Mushroom Species as Sources of Biologically Active Substances (Antioxidants, Antidiabetics and AChE Inhibitors) -- Chapter 9. Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms: Some Aspects and Prospects -- Chapter 10. Truffles: The Cultivation and Health Benefits -- Chapter 11. Auricularia spp.: From farm to pharmacy -- Chapter 12. Therapeutic Potential of Mushroom Bioactive Nutraceuticals -- Chapter 13. Potential Uses of Mushrooms as Dietary Supplement to Enhance Memory -- Chapter 14. Beauty, Diversity and Utility of Mushrooms on Postage Stamps -- Chapter 15. Citizen for Mushrooms -- Chapter 16. Mushroom Biotechnology: Developing Cultivation Protocol for Four different Mushrooms and Accessing their potential in Pollution Management -- Chapter 17. The Tolimas and The Mushroom: Mycolatry in Prehispanic Colombia -- Chapter 18. Lignocellulosic Waste Management through Cultivation of Certain commercially useful and Medicinal Mushrooms -- Chapter 19. Selective and Simultaneous Delignification Capacity of Wood decay Fungi Trametes pini in Tectona grandis L. f. and Terminalia crenulata (Heyne) Roth -- Chapter 20. Biological and Ecological Aspects of Rare Bioluminescent Mushrooms -- Chapter 21. Cultivation of Two Edible Mushrooms and Need for Training of Mushroom Production Technology to Enhance Rural Economy -- Chapter 22. Cultivation and Medicinal Uses of Cordyceps militaris (L.) Link : A Revolutionary Entomopathogenic Fungus -- Chapter 23. Cultivation Technology of the Fungus Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst -- Chapter 24. Problems of Fungal Contaminants and Cultivation Strategies of Certain Medicinal Mushrooms -- Chapter 25. Biochemical Aspects and Cultivation of Medicinal Mushroom Pleurotus florida on Cellulosic waste of Cotton and Paper.
    Abstract: The edited book consolidates information for profitable commercial cultivation of medicinal mushrooms. The book suggests a large number of substrates to the growers for use in commercial cultivation of Mushrooms. It also elucidates the conservation of wild endangered medicinal mushrooms. Mushrooms are the fungal fruiting bodies which can be seen by naked eyes and collected by hands. These are extremely heterogeneous organisms characterized by high levels of species diversity and are widespread in all environments. Researches conducted by score of mycologists and biotechnologists, have resulted in the continuous discovery of new species and the variability of environments where fungi can be harvested, including air, space the seabed. The fields of applications are unfolding a panorama of uses in varied fields, ranging from agriculture, bioremediation, forestry, food, cosmetics, medical, and in pharmaceutical sectors. The book comprises of three parts, first mentions their applications in Ayurvedic and traditional system of Chinese medicine for the cure of ailments. The truffles are delicious, while many others are recommended, as cure in deadly diseases like cancer, COVID-19, and HIV, as well as memory and longevity enhancer. Lentinus, Ganoderma, and Cordyceps are considered good as antioxidant and cure for inflammation. Second part deals with their occurrence in different habitats and seasons and their biology. Enzymes and mechanisms involved in biodegradation and anatomical details of rotting wood. The third part brings about the need of mushroom technology in improving rural economy. This book is a useful read for researchers and students in agriculture, agronomy and researchers working on mushrooms.
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    ISBN: 9789811662577
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6257-7
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    Bacterial Endophytes for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant anatomy. ; Microbiology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Anatomy and Morphology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Endophytic Bacteria: Application against biotic and abiotic stresses and Plant Health Improvements for Sustainable Agriculture -- 2 Endophytic Bacteria: Mitigating Abiotic Stress from Inside -- 3 Diversity and bioactive potential of endophytic bacteria from high-value medicinal plants -- 4 Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) Assisted Phytoremediation of Contaminated Soils -- 5 Endophytic Bacteria: Role in Phosphorous Solubilization -- 6 Endophytes of Medicinal plants: Diversity and Bioactivity -- 7 Title: Biotechnological applications of Bacterial Endophytes -- 8 Genetic Basis of Fungal Endophytic Bioactive Compounds Synthesis, Modulation, and Their Biotechnological Application -- 9 Endophytic bacteria for plant growth promotion -- 10 Bacterial Endophytes and Bio-nanotechnology -- 11 Role of Endophyte Metabolites in Plant Protection and other Metabolic Activities -- 12 Role of Bacterial Endophytes in the Promotion of Plant Growth -- 13 Bacterial endophytes and abiotic stress mitigation. .
    Abstract: This book is a comprehensive account of recent advances in the endophytic research. It covers recent perspective of endophytic research, molecular diversity, bioprospecting of novel genes using high throughput molecular techniques, and most importantly application of endophytes in practicing sustainable agriculture. Endophytic micro-organisms are mysterious living component associated mutually with plant roots and soil microbes. Various endophytic bacteria have attracted considerable attention for their ability to promote plant growth through direct mechanisms or by acting as biocontrol agents. Endophytes also find use in biocontrol, medicine, agriculture and food industry. This is a useful reading for the student of agriculture, environmental microbiology and biotechnology.
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    Pages: VIII, 278 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811644979
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4497-9
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    Agritech: Innovative Agriculture Using Microwaves and Plasmas : Thermal and Non-Thermal Processing (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Telecommunication. ; Food science. ; Electrical engineering. ; Agriculture. ; Microwaves, RF Engineering and Optical Communications. ; Food Science. ; Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I Tutorial -- 1 Microwave thermal and non-thermal processes -- 2 Plasma thermal and non-thermal technologies -- 3 High-voltage and pulsed power technologies -- 4 Agricultural Engineering -- Part II Microwave Application -- 5 Improvement and effective growth of plants' environmental stress tolerance on exposure to microwave electromagnetic wave effects -- 6 Food Processing -- 7 Stimulating the Aging of Beef with Microwaves -- 8 Controlling Weeds with Microwave Energy -- 9 Soil Modifications -- 10 Microwave application for animal feed processing to improve animal performance -- 11 Microwave heating for grain treatment -- Part III Plasma Applications -- 12 Growth enhancement effect of gene expression of plants induced by active oxygen species in oxygen plasma -- 13 Improvement of plant growth and control of cultivation environment using electrical stimuli -- 14 Promotion of reproductive growth of mushroom using electrical stimuli -- 15 Keeping freshness of agricultural products -- 16 Enzyme activity control and protein conformational change -- 17 Plasma applications in microalgal biotechnology.
    Abstract: This book describes innovative agricultural methods using thermal and non-thermal microwave or plasma energies. Humans that were nomadic in the past can now stably obtain food by developing agriculture. Cities were formed as a result of remarkable development. Later, chemicals were introduced to agriculture to stabilize the food supply further. Natural products were initially used, but various artificial compounds have been developed for agriculture since the 1900s. To further improve crop productivity and diversification, gene recombination (genetic engineering) using biotechnology has progressed in recent years and continues to develop further. However, these technologies contain pesticide residues and pose safety risks. The innovative new agriculture explained in this book is based on the use of microwaves and plasma that do not rely on chemicals and genetic modification. This is one of the first books focusing on the agricultural usage of microwaves. In addition, it is a technical book that incorporates plasma into agriculture from this perspective. The book covers microwaves and plasmas, which are completely different fields. Thus, it will be attractive to many readers who want to acquaint themselves with these alternative technologies and implement them.　This book will be useful to a broad audience including researchers and technicians at Universities and practitioners in industries. It is made accessible to readers across different fields by including abundant figures and by limiting the use of equations to the possible extent.
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    ISBN: 9789811638916
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3891-6
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    Role of Potassium in Abiotic Stress (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Molecular Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Role of Potassium in Plant Photosynthesis, Transport, Growth and Yield -- Chapter 2. Potassium Role in Plants Response to Abiotic Stresses. Chapter 3. Molecular Approaches to Potassium Uptake and Cellular Homeostasis in Plants under Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 4. Soil Potassium Availability and Role of Microorganisms in Influencing Potassium Availability to Plants -- Chapter 5. Crosstalk of Potassium and Phytohormones under Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 6. Potassium (K+) Regulation by Phytohormones under Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 7. Role of Potassium in Drought Adaptation: Insights into Physiological and Biochemical Characteristics of Plants -- Chapter 8. Role of Potassium in Heavy Metal Stress -- Chapter 9. Salt Stress Alleviation Strategies to Maintain K+ Homeostasis in Plants -- Chapter 10. Potassium ion Homeostasis, Signaling and Changes in Transcriptomes and Metabolomes Enduring Salinity Stress -- Chapter 11. Potassium: A Potent Modulator of Plant Responses under Changing Environment -- Chapter 12. An Overview of Potassium in Abiotic Stress: Emphasis on Potassium Transporters and Molecular Mechanism -- Chapter 13. Nitric Oxide Synthesis Affects Potassium and Nitrogen Homeostasis in Plants for Salt Tolerance.
    Abstract: This book on potassium in abiotic stress tolerance deals with the ongoing trend in increasing abiotic stresses and interlinked issues food security. As mineral nutrient potassium holds an important place in agriculture and is involved in various physiological and biochemical processes. It takes part in protein synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme activation, cation-anion balance, osmoregulation, water movement, energy transfer, and regulates stomata and photosynthesis. Potassium plays an important role as abiotic stress buster. This book will deal with potassium relevance to plant functions and adaptations, range of its biological functions, role of potassium in abiotic stress tolerance, analyses of mechanisms responsible for perception and signal transduction of potassium under abiotic stress, critical evaluation of and cross-talks on nutrients and phytohormones signaling pathways under optimal and stressful conditions, and interaction of potassium with other nutrients for abiotic stress tolerance. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists working on abiotic stresses. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policymakers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    ISBN: 9789811644610
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4461-0
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    Agricultural Policy Analysis : Concepts and Tools for Emerging Economies (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Botany. ; Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Economics. ; Plant Science. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Policy Analysis and the Policy Environment -- 1 Overview of Agricultural Policy -- 2 Public Policy: An Overview -- 3 Agriculture and Economic Development -- Part 2 Concepts, Approaches, and Measures for Policy Analysis -- 4 The International Trading System Emalene Marcus-Burnett -- 5 Economic Concepts for Agricultural Policy Analysis -- 6 Measuring Competitiveness of Agricultural Markets -- 7 Qualitative Methods for Policy Analysis: Case Study Research Strategy -- Part 3 Tools to Analyse Sectoral and Global Regulations -- 8 General Equilibrium Analysis of Regional Trade Agreements -- 9 Analysing Trade Facilitation using Gravity Models -- 10 Analysing Marketing Policies using Market Integration Models -- 11 Partial Equilibrium Analysis of Agricultural Price Policies -- Part 4 Tools to Analyse Rural Development Programmes -- 12 Cost Benefit Analysis of Irrigation Projects -- 13 Choice Experiment Analysis of Non-Market Values of Ecosystem Services -- 14 Analysing Agriculture Extension Programmes using Randomised Control Experiments -- 15 Using Agricultural Production Functions to Analyse Land Tenure Reforms -- 16 Analysing Land Use Planning Regulations using Linear Programming Models -- 17 Economic Analysis of Climate Change Adaptations in Agriculture -- Part 5 Sri Lanka Case Studies -- 18 Political Economy of Agricultural Policies: Fertiliser Subsidy Reform -- 19 Policy Measures to Address COVID-19 Disruptions of the Agri-Food Sector -- 20 Epilogue. .
    Abstract: This book is centred around various interwoven topics which are fundamental to policy analysis in agriculture. Key concepts and tools that are fundamental for the analysis of agricultural policies and programmes are presented. Key concepts introduced include, the role of the state in a market economy with examples from the Sri Lankan and other developing economies, the international trade environment, and conceptual frameworks for analysing important domestic and international trade policies. It also highlights interconnections among agriculture, development, policy and illustrates the extent to which the agricultural sector contributes in achieving economic growth objectives, equity and equality objectives and environmental objectives. The book takes the readers through the nature of agricultural markets in developing countries, with special emphasis on Sri Lanka, and illustrates how the degree of competitiveness is measured at various market levels using multiple indices and methods. Several tools, with accompanying case studies, for the analysis of policies and programmes are detailed. These tools include the GTAP model, gravity models, extended benefit cost analysis, and linear programming. Tools and models are applied to the analysis of trade policies and agreements, marketing policies, environmental services, extension programmes, land tenure reforms and climate change adaptations. Case studies in relation to the agri-food policy and strategy response to COVID-19 Pandemic are also covered. This book is of interest to public officials working in agricultural planning and agricultural policy, teachers, researchers, agro-economists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, development studies, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    ISBN: 9789811632846
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3284-6
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    Modern Techniques of Rice Crop Production (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Plants. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Signalling. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Introduction -- 1 World Rice Production: An Overview -- 2 Climate Change and Global Rice Security -- Part 2 Agronomic Management -- 3 Techniques of Rice Nursery Establishment and Transplanting -- 4 Rice Seed and Seedling Priming -- 5 Nursery Management of Transplanted Rice -- 6 Rice Cultivation Systems -- 7 Smart Nutrient Management in Rice Crop -- 8 Irrigation Management in Rice -- 9 Rice-Based Cropping Systems -- 10 Rice Ontogeny -- 11 Rice Phenotyping -- 12 Rice Physiology under Changing Climate -- 13 Water-Wise Cultivation of Basmati Rice in Pakistan -- 14 Rice Interactions with Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria -- 15 Plant Growth Regulators for Rice Production in Changing Environment -- 16 Salinity Tolerance in Rice -- 17 Rice Pollination -- Part 3 Plant Protection -- 18 Plant Protection Strategies in Rice Crop -- 19 Weed Management Strategies in Direct Seeded Rice -- 20 Contemporary Management of Insect Pests in Rice -- 21 Insect Chitin Biosynthesis and Regulation Using RNAi Technology -- 22 Integrated Management of Rice Diseases -- 23 Diversity and Management of Plant Viruses Infecting Rice -- 24 Botanical Extracts for Rice Fungal Diseases -- 25 Nanotechnology for Rice Fungal Diseases -- 26 Rice Nematodes and their Integrated Management -- Part 4 Advanced Technologies -- 27 Managing Greenhouse Gas Emission -- 28 Applications of Crop Modeling in Rice Production -- 29 Climate Change and Rice Production: Impacts and Adaptations -- 30 Rice Production and Crop Improvement Through Breeding and Biotechnology -- 31 Hybrid Rice Production -- 32 Rice Biotechnology -- 33 New Breeding Techniques (NBTs) for Improving Rice Grain Yield to Feed 10 Billion: Progress and Prospects -- 34 CRISPR/Cas9 for Rice Crop Improvement: Recent Progress, Limitations and Prospects -- Part 5 Nutritional Aspects -- 35 Rice Nutritional Aspects -- 36 Rice Grain Quality -- 37 Phytochemical Composition of Rice -- 38 Rice Based Products -- Part 6 Miscellaneous -- 39 Advances Approached to Mitigate Abiotic Stresses in Rice (Oryza sative L.) Crop -- 40 Is Geographical Indication System an Opportunity for Developping-8 (D-8) Countries? An Evaluation of Registered Rice Production.
    Abstract: This book collects all the latest technologies with their implications on the global rice cultivation. It discusses all aspects of rice production and puts together the latest trends and best practices in the rice production. Rice is produced and consumed worldwide and especially an important crop for Asia. It is a staple food in majority of population living is this continent which distinguishes this from rest of the world. Climatic fluctuations, elevated concentrations of carbon dioxide, enhanced temperature have created extreme weather conditions for rice cultivation. Also, increasing pest attacks make situation complicated for the farmers. Therefore, rice production technology also has to be adjusted accordingly. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, plant biotechnologists, pathologists, agronomists, soil scientists, food technologists from different part of the globe. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for students of agriculture, soil science, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    ISBN: 9789811649554
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    Research Progress on Forage Production, Processing and Utilization in China (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Power resources. ; Environmental economics. ; Environmental Law. ; Soil science. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Resource and Environmental Economics. ; Environmental Law. ; Soil Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section 1 The development status of the forage industry in China -- Chapter 1 The development status of forage seed industry in China -- Chapter 2 The development status of forage planting industry in China -- Chapter 3 The development status and prospect of the forage processing technology in China -- Chapter 4 The development status of forage utilization industry in China -- Section 2 The research status of the forage industry in China -- Chapter 5 The research status of novel forage species -- Chapter 6 The research status of soil cultivation -- Chapter 7 The research status of seed and sowing in China -- Chapter 8 The research status of water and fertilizer management -- Chapter 9 The research status of pest control -- Chapter 10 Research progress of forage harvest -- Chapter 11 The research status of silage processing -- Chapter 12 The research status of green hay processing -- Chapter 13 The research status of TMR processing -- Chapter 14 The research status of straw processing -- Chapter 15 The research status of leaf protein processing -- Chapter 16 The research status of agricultural by-products processing -- Chapter 17 The research status of silage utilization -- Chapter 18 The research status of green hay utilization -- Chapter 19 The research status of the application of total mixed ration (TMR) in ruminant production -- Chapter 20 The research status of the straw utilization -- Chapter 21 The research status of the utilization of the leaf protein and its by-products -- Section 3 The Laws and policies on forage in China -- Chapter 22 The laws on forage in China -- Chapter 23 The policies on forage in China.
    Abstract: This book has 11 chapters which systematically introduce the latest achievements in scientific research and technological application of the forage industry in China, and also cover the laws and polices related to forage production. The main focus of this monograph is the progress of forage science in China. Each chapter in this book contains numerous charts and diagrams further illustrating the impact of development activities in the area. It is the first book in its field and compiled by mobilizing all the research forces in the field of forage grass and under the leadership of China Agricultural University, Lanzhou University, and Sichuan Academy of Grassland Sciences with the support of other related universities and research institutes. China is the largest forage consumption country in the world. Every year, more than 2 billion herbivorous livestock need more than 350 million tons of forage but the supply each year is only 250 million tons. With the policy and financial support of the Central Government, the forage industry in China has been developed rapidly, great progress has been made in the science and technology in forage production, processing, and utilization, and its influence has been increased in the world.
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    Managing Plant Production Under Changing Environment (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: See attached. Chapter 1. Nanoremediation: An innovative approach for environmental safety -- Chapter 2. Sustainable agriculture and plant production by virtue of biochar in the era of climate change -- Chapter 3. Soil management vis-à-vis carbon sequestration in relation to land use cover/change in terrestrial ecosystem-a review -- Chapter 4. Salt-induced toxicity and anti-oxidantal response in Oryza sativa: An updated review -- Chapter 5. Soybean plants under waterlogging stress: Responses and adaptation mechanisms -- Chapter 6. Niger (Guizotia abyssinica (L. f.) Cass.) an oilseed crop under biotic stress -- Chapter 7. Role of phytohormones in antioxidant metabolism in plants under salinity and water stress -- Chapter 8. Plant phenolic compounds for abiotic stress tolerance -- Chapter 9. Efficacy of various amendments for the phyto-management of heavy metal contaminated sites and sustainable agriculture. A review -- Chapter 10. Exploring Plant Responses to Salinity and Implications of Halophytes as a Model for Salinity Improvement -- Chapter 11. Efficacy of Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) for the phyto-management of different heavy metals contaminated sites under chelating agent amendments. A review -- Chapter 12. Insights into Potential Roles of Plants as Natural Radioprotectants and Amelioration of Radiations Induced Harmful Impacts on Human Health -- Chapter 13. Development of rangeland conservation and sustainable management practices under changing climate -- Chapter 14. Biological Nitrogen Fixation: An Analysis of Intoxicating Tribulations from Pesticides for Sustainable Legume Production -- Chapter 15. Sustainable urban forestry, merits, demerits and mitigation of climate change at global scale -- Chapter 16. Temperate Forage Legumes Production, Weeds Dynamics and Soil C: N Economy under Organic Wastes -- Chapter 17. Atmospheric chemistry of aerosols and their role in global climate change -- Chapter 18. Increase in food scarcity, agriculture challenges and their management: Pakistan Perspectives. Chapter 19. Increase ability of transgenic plant expressing the bacterial enzyme to accumulate heavy metals.
    Abstract: This comprehensive edited volume collects the most recent information with up-to-date citations, on the decrease in plant productivity under climatic changes and its link with global food security. The book emphasis on the crop management practices and recent advancement in the techniques for mitigating the negative effects of climate induced biotic and abiotic stress. It brings together 19 chapters developed by eminent researchers in the area of plant and environmental sciences. Global climate change is increasingly becoming a concern for future of agriculture. High levels of inorganic and organic pollutants and climatic stress adversely affects the sensitive and complex equation of natural resources and ecosystem services. To meet the increased food demand, plant productivity needs to be enhanced, therefore this book fills in the gap and brings together information on the physiological and molecular approaches for improving crop productivity. The book is resourceful reading material for researchers, faculty members, graduate and post graduate students of plant science, agriculture, agronomy, soil science, botany, Molecular biology and environmental science.
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    ISBN: 9789811650598
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    Conceptualizing Plant-Based Nutrition : Bioresources, Nutrients Repertoire and Bioavailability (2022)
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    Keywords: Food science. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition   . ; Food Science. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biodiversity for Nutritive Gains: Values, Benefits and Threats -- Chapter 2. Biofortification of crops: novel insights and approaches for enhanced nutrient accumulation -- Chapter 3.Food matrix-implications for nutritional quality -- Chapter 4. Plant-based nutraceuticals -- Chapter 5. Plant-based milk alternatives: nutritional potential and challenges -- Chapter 6.Legumes and Pulses: Ways and Means to Enhance the Protein Quality -- Chapter 7. Microgreens: A novelfood for nutritional security -- Chapter 8.Anti-nutritional Factors: Nutrient Bioavailability and Health Beneficial Effects -- Chapter 9. Metabolic fate of food and its bioavailability -- Chapter 10. Nutrigenomics – Insights and Implications for Genome-based Nutrition -- Chapter 11. Next Gen Biotech Crops for Human Nutrition -- Chapter 12. Food Safety: A multidimensional concept -- Chapter 13. Future Perspectives-plant based nutrition.
    Abstract: This book deliberates on the various aspects of plant-based nutrition. Plant-based nutrition has numerous potential health benefits as it is low on calories nevertheless high on nutrient density and satiety, and also nutrient supplementation makes them wholesome diets. Starting with the importance of biodiversity contributing to the nutrition, the book discusses the development or utilization of nutrient-dense crops/foods with their bioavailability properties and health effects. Further, it deals with the enrichment of micronutrients through bio-fortification, fortification, the role of food matrix, and nutrient bioavailability, including the role of plant-based milk alternatives. The linkage between food and health is also being discussed in the context of anti-nutritional factors, metabolic fate of the food, and genomics. Finally, the implications of next-gen biotech crops and food safety issues imperative to define the concept of safe nutrition are discussed. With contributions from plant nutrition experts, this book serves as a one-stop reference for plant scientists, food technologists, and nutritionists looking to understand the concept of plant-based nutrition and its linkage with human health.
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    Pricing of Ecosystem Services in Agriculture: A Basis of Crop Insurance (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Biotic communities. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Economics. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Concept and approaches of ecosystem services in agriculture -- 2 Pricing of agricultural products, soil, and water management -- 3 Pricing of soil and water conservation in agriculture -- 4 Pricing of carbon sequestration and environmental regulation -- 5 Pricing of renewable energy-based applications in agriculture -- 6 Crop insurance based on payment of ecosystem services.
    Abstract: The book deals with the pricing of ecosystem services provided by agriculture. All provisioning, regulating, supporting and cultural services are being covered in this title. Chapters in this contributed volume cover topics such as pricing of services from the soil, water, and nutrient management. Quantified monetary values of carbon sequestration and renewable energy applications in agriculture are covered with clear-cut methodologies. This book also links ecosystem service-based pricing with crop insurance. Improving the farmers’ livelihood is the central goal of the agricultural production system throughout the world. Under the climate change context, farms’ produce is now climate-vulnerable and heavily dependent on weather conditions. Moreover, we often neglect the contribution of several positive impacts of agricultural practices on ecosystems and natural resources. Therefore, there is a need to quantify and value these ecosystem services in agriculture. However, valuation and pricing the services in agriculture both tangible and intangible is a challenge. It is necessary to have clear-cut methodologies for pricing ecosystem services of agriculture in terms of net monetary benefits. The ecosystem service-based pricing could be a solid basis for calculating the insurance to farmers in case of occurrence of natural hazard and associated crop damage. This book is of interest to scholars, teachers, researchers, environmental scientists, watershed managers, capacity builders, and policymakers. The book also serves as effective reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture economics, ecology, agronomy, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policymakers will also find this to be useful.
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    Pages: XVII, 146 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811944161
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4416-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4416-1
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    Environmental Footprints of Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Environmental management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Management. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Water Footprint of Fruits in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions -- Appraising the Water Status in Egypt through the Application of the Virtual Water Principle in the Agricultural Sector -- Cereal Water Footprint in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions: Past, Today and Future -- Environmental Footprints of Hydrogen from Crops -- Designing an Energy Use Analysis and Life Cycle Assessment of the environmental sustainability of conservation agriculture wheat farming in Bangladesh.
    Abstract: There are multiple variants of environmental footprints such as carbon footprint, ecological footprint, water footprint, nitrogen footprint and so on. There are numerous developments in terms of measuring the environmental footprints of various products. Many new indicators are being developed in terms of footprints to measure the environmental performance of various products. The need to measure various environmental footprints of agricultural crops is obvious and does not need any explanation these days when the importance of sustainability is felt so much and being practiced in all industrial sectors, including agriculture. This book presents five interesting chapters pertaining to environmental footprints of crops.
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    Pages: VII, 137 p. 60 illus., 52 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811905346
    Series Statement: Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0534-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0534-6
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    Beneficial Microorganisms in Agriculture (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Microbial genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Microbial Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Molecular approaches of microbial diversity in agricultural soil -- Chapter 2. Microorganisms used as growth regulators in modern agriculture -- Chapter 3. Microbes mediated approaches for improving plant productivity and quality -- Chapter 4. Microbial fertilizer as an alternative to chemical fertilizer in modern agriculture -- Chapter 5. Phosphate solubilizing microorganisms: Potential bioinoculants for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 6. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi: A next generation biofertilizer for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 7. Fungal endophytes: potential benefits of their future use in plant stress tolerance and agriculture -- Chapter 8. Mining the potential and biodiversity of Trichoderma in the domain of agriculture -- Chapter 9. Current approaches for alleviating abiotic stress tolerance in crops: role of beneficial microorganisms -- Chapter 10. Role of engineered microbes in sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 11. Extreme microorganisms for sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 12. Molecular basis of stress tolerant genes in extreme microorganisms -- Chapter 13. Cellulose degradation microorganisms and environmental friendly solution to the agricultural waste management -- Chapter 14. Effects of microbial signaling in plant growth and development.
    Abstract: This book discusses genetic engineering of both plants and microbes for making agricultural practices more productive and sustainable. It chapters explore the understanding of the interaction between plants and microbes, and genomic information to modify the metabolism of plants or microbes to further enhance the beneficial interaction. The book covers the development of commercial inoculants including selection of appropriate plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria/ phosphate solubilize bacteria based on target host plant, soil type, indigenous microbial communities, environmental conditions, inoculant density, suitability of carriers and compatibility with integrated crop management. This is a relevant content for scientists and researchers working on soil biology, sustainable agricultural and plant physiology. Also, this book is a useful read for graduate and post graduate students of agriculture, botany and microbiology.
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    Pages: XV, 348 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811907333
    Series Statement: Environmental and Microbial Biotechnology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0733-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0733-3
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    Next-Generation Plant Breeding Approaches for Stress Resilience in Cereal Crops (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Next Generation Breeding Approaches for Stress Resilience in Cereals: Current Status and Future Prospects -- Chapter 2. Genome Wide Association Mapping and Genomic Selection Approaches for Stress Resilience in Rice -- Chapter 3. Genome-wide association studies and genomic predictions for climate-change resilience in wheat -- Chapter 4. Genomic Selection for Enhanced Stress Tolerance in Maize -- Chapter 5. Genome-Wide Association Studies and Genomic Selection for Nutrient Use Efficiency in Cereals -- Chapter 6. Doubled Haploidy: An Accelerated Breeding Tool for Stress Resilience Breeding in Cereals -- Chapter 7. Rapid Generation Advancement and Fast-Track Breeding Approaches in Wheat Improvement -- Chapter 8. Integrating Advanced Molecular, Genomic and Speed Breeding Methods for Genetic Improvement of Stress Tolerance in Rice -- Chapter 9. CRISPR Genome Editing Brings Global Food Security into the First Lane: Enhancing Nutrition and Stress Resilience in Crops -- Chapter 10. Genome Editing for Stress Tolerance in Cereals: Methods, Opportunities and Applications -- Chapter 11. Editing Plant Genome with CRISPR/Cas: A Sustainable Strategy for Disease Management -- Chapter 12. CRISPR/Cas for Improved Stress Tolerance in Rice -- Chapter 13. Harnessing CRISPR/Cas tools for installing virus resistance in cereals: An overview -- Chapter 14. Genomic and bioinformatic resources for next generation breeding approaches towards enhanced stress tolerance in cereals.
    Abstract: This edited book highlights the gravity and efficacy of next-generation breeding tools for the enhancement of stress-resilience in cereals, especially in the context of climate change, pests, diseases, and abiotic stresses. The content of the book helps in understanding the application of emerging genetic concepts and neoteric genomic approaches in cereal breeding. It collates all the latest information about enhancing the stress resilience in cereal crops for overcoming food security issues. Cereals have predominantly been used as a staple food since time immemorial and contribute more than 50% of the caloric requirement of the global population. However, in cereals, the yield losses due to various stresses are very high, considering the crop growth stage and stress sensitivity. Therefore, to feed and nourish the generations in the era of climate change, it is imperative to develop stress-resilient cereal cultivars. This book explores newly developed next-generation breeding tools, viz., genome-wide association studies, genomic prediction, genome editing, and accelerated generation advancement methodologies, which revealed promising outcomes by enhancing the stress resilience in cereals with yield potential. This book is useful for postgraduate students specializing in plant breeding, plant stress physiology, plant genomics, agriculture, and agronomy. It is of immense value to scientific community involved in teaching, research, and extension activities related to cereal cultivation.
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    Pages: XX, 493 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811914454
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1445-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-1445-4
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    Plant Male Sterility Systems for Accelerating Crop Improvement (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Male sterility and hybrid technology for sustainable production: Status and prospects -- 2. Advances in male sterility systems and hybrid breeding in rice -- 3. Male sterility in maize: Retrospect, status and challenges -- 4. Male sterility technologies to boost heterosis breeding in pearl millet -- 5. Sorghum improvement: Male sterility and hybrid breeding approaches -- 6. Advances in male sterility systems and hybrid breeding in sunflower -- 7. Discovery and application of male sterility systems in pigeonpea -- 8. Achievements, Challenges and Prospects of Hybrid Soybean -- 9. Recent Progress in Brassica Hybrid Breeding -- 10. Cytoplasmic male sterility: A robust and well proven arsenal for hybrid breeding in vegetable crops -- 11. Male sterility and hybrid breeding strategies in Safflower -- 12. Insect Pollinators and Hybrid Seed Production: Relevance to Climate Change and Sustainability.
    Abstract: This book covers all aspects of hybrid breeding technologies applied for crop improvement in major field crops. The different male sterility systems such as genetic male sterility (GMS), cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS), cytoplasmic and genetic male sterility (CGMS), and male sterility induced by the photoperiod (PGMS), temperature (TGMS), and chemicals are discussed in detail. The different chapters in this book provide a timeline of the key breakthroughs witnessed in the field of plant male sterility technologies, their application in hybrid breeding, and the relevance to the current need for food security. In-depth insights into the genetic and regulatory mechanisms of plant male sterility have been presented. This includes discussion on a variety of molecular players that induce male sterility and rescue male fertility in the hybrid plants. To enhance this book’s appeal, more emphasis has been given on the modern emerging approaches such as construction of heterotic pools that could boost hybrid breeding for enhanced crop performance amid climate change and growing population worldwide. This book is a guide for growers and industries related to field and horticultural crops. Further, it is a useful reference for plant breeders, researchers and extension workers, and students. The material can also be used for teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
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    Pages: XI, 283 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811938085
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3808-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-3808-5
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    Plans and Policies for Soil Organic Carbon Management in Agriculture (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Soil science. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Soil Science. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Reforming the Soil Organic Carbon Management Plans and Policies in India -- 2. Technologies, Programmes and Policies for Enhancing Soil Organic Carbon in Rainfed Dryland Ecosystems of India -- 3. Traditional Land Use Systems' Potential as the Framework for Soil Organic Carbon Plans and Policies -- 4. Enhancing Soil Organic Carbon Sequestration in Agriculture: Plans and Policies -- 5. Plans and Policies for Soil Carbon Storage -- 6. Soil Organic Carbon Sequestration in Rice Based Cropping Systems: Estimation, Accounting & Valuation -- 7. CO2 Capture, Storage and Environmental Sustainability: Plan, Policy and Challenges -- 8. Plan and Policies for Soil Organic Carbon Management under Agroforestry System -- 9. Carbon Sequestration in Degraded Lands: Current Prospects, Practices, and Future Strategies.
    Abstract: This edited book discusses how effective soil carbon management plans and policies will ultimately make agriculture more secure against climate change and soil degradation. It is focused on initiatives to enhance soil organic carbon (SOC) and sequestration by launching different schemes and programs. An approach based on practical aspects of managing SOC in agriculture is provided with clear and concise descriptions. It has more attention to successfully implement plans and policies to meet the required level of SOC restoration. The book is covering the urgent needs of plans and policies for soil management and C restoration in agricultural ecosystems which can be beneficial to food, nutrition, environment, and economy security. There is also providing a roadmap on SOC policies to encourage the use of best management practices (BMPs) for soil health and C stock restoration, and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. The book is suitable for teachers, researchers, government planners and policymakers, undergraduate and graduate students of soil science, soil microbiology, agronomy, ecology, and environmental sciences.
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    Pages: XV, 255 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811961793
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6179-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-6179-3
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    Trends in Plant Disease Assessment (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Phytopathometry: A trans-disciplinary concept -- 2. Visual Estimation: a classical approach for plant disease estimation -- 3. Remote Sensing: A new tool for disease assessment in crops -- 4. Image analysis and processing approach: an automated plant disease recognition technology -- 5. Hyper-spectral imaging through Spatial and Spectral Sensors for Phytopathometry -- 6. Fluorescent imaging system-based plant phenotyping for disease recognition -- 7. Concept and Application of Infrared Thermography for Plant Disease Measurement -- 8. Application of Biosensors in Plant Disease Detection -- 9. Immunotechnology for Plant Disease Detection -- 10. Molecular Phytopathometry -- 11. Microarray technology for detection of plant diseases -- 12. Predictive Models for Plant Disease Assessment -- 13. Extension Plant Pathology.
    Abstract: This edited book provides the readers with the concepts and in-depth knowledge of plant disease assessment and conventional and modern technologies that aid in precise and accurate phytomathometery. This book discusses the evolution of plant disease assessment procedures from the primary visual estimation-based assessment to modern approaches, their practical application for reliable disease quantification, yield loss estimation, and the efficacy of disease control strategies for sustainable crop protection. Significant information is provided on the major aspects of the topic, including remote sensing, imaging techniques, molecular phytopathometery, microarray, and immunotechnology. The book helps plant scientists, plant pathologists, practitioners, researchers, and students in disease quantification, developing predictive models for plant disease epidemics, assessing crop losses, and the magnitude of plant disease control methods. This book describes the classical plant disease assessment methods based on visual observations. It Provides information regarding the modern and emerging technologies in Phytopathometery, precision, and accuracy. This book also discusses the application of disease assessments in predictive models, disease warning systems, expert systems, and decision support systems in applied plant pathology.
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    Pages: IX, 282 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811958960
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5896-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-5896-0
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    Agro-industrial Perspectives on Sugarcane Production under Environmental Stress (2022)
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    Keywords: Agronomy. ; Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Soil science. ; Agronomy. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Soil Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Growth and development of sugarcane (Saccharum spp. hybrid) and its relationship with environmental factors -- 2 Impact of climate change on sucrose synthesis in sugarcane varieties -- 3 Impact of salinity stress on sugarcane yield and quality: management approaches for higher cane sugar productivity -- 4 Potential parents for developing climate-resilient sugarcane varieties in India- A breeding perspective -- 5 Bioactive silicon: approach to enhance sugarcane yield under stress environment -- 6 Anatomy of tolerance mechanisms in sugarcane crop to abiotic stresses -- 7 Interaction of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria with sugarcane plants for alleviating abiotic stresses and improving crop yields -- 8 Morpho-physiological, biochemical and ultrastructural modifications on sugarcane to prolonged water deficit -- 9 Impact of heavy metal toxicity on sugarcane growth, development and productivity -- 10 Defense-related proteins in sugarcane and their role in disease resistance: molecular advancements and beyond -- 11 Impact of green and organic fertilizers on soil fertility and sugarcane productivity -- 12 Silicon-induced mitigation of low temperature stress in sugarcane -- 13 Agro-technologies to sustain sugarcane productivity under abiotic stresses -- 14 Biotechnological approaches to improve sugarcane quality and quantum under environmental stresses -- 15 Biotic stresses in sugarcane plants and its management -- 16 Weeds management in sugarcane: recent developments and future perspectives -- 17 Synergistic integration of sugarcane - proteogenomics to decipher the mechanism of disease resistance in sugarcane -- 18 The metabolic interaction of potassium salt of active phosphorus (PSAP) and its stimulatory effects on the growth and productivity of sugarcane under stressful environment.
    Abstract: This edited volume focuses on the core aspects of sugarcane production-management under stressful environments as well as innovative strategies for augmenting crop growth & productivity through intrinsic and extrinsic manipulations. The various chapters aim at bringing out comprehensive and advance information on different aspects of sugarcane cultivation under stress environments and impact of climate change on the sustainability of sugarcane production. The book encompasses information about crop production management, physiological & nutritional requirements, ratooning, ripening and post-harvest losses management. It also delineates various technologies that support the continued use and improvement of sugarcane as renewable source of food, fiber and bio-energy. The manipulations at cellular and molecular levels, molecular breeding approaches and post-harvest technologies are also included. The area under sugarcane cultivation is gradually increasing because of its diversification potential. The high productivity and biomass of the cane crop also makes it a key source for use as bio-energy crop and a promising raw material for bio-based agro-industries. However, poor crop & biomass productivity due to abiotic stress is the foremost constraint in its future commercial exploitation as sustainable feed-stock for bio-based industries. It is therefore imperative to understand the cellular-molecular modulation responsible to productivity barrier under specific stress situation(s) for better sugarcane quality and quantum under field condition. Some of these innovative approaches are delineated in this book. This book is of interest to progressive sugarcane growers, millers, industrial entrepreneurs, sugarcane scientists, cane development and extension officers, sugar industry managers and valuable source of reference worldwide.
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    Pages: XIX, 426 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811939556
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3955-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-3955-6
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    Omics of Climate Resilient Small Millets (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Plant physiology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Stress Responses.
    Description / Table of Contents: Small Millets - the Next-Generation Smart Crops in the Modern Era of Climate Change -- Omics for abiotic stress tolerance in foxtail millet -- Current status and future prospects of omics strategies in barnyard millet -- Role of inducible promoters and transcription factors in conferring abiotic stress-tolerance in small millets -- Genome-wide identification and expression profiling of non-coding RNAs in response to abiotic stresses in small millets -- Insights into abiotic stress tolerance in small millets through transcriptomics -- Role of proteomics in understanding the abiotic stress tolerance in minor millets -- Plant regeneration and transgenic approaches for the development of abiotic stress tolerant small millets -- Mining genes and markers across minor millets using comparative genomics approaches -- Improving the nutrient-use efficiency in millets by genomics approaches -- Current status of bioinformatics resources of small millets -- Advances in omics for enhancing abiotic stress tolerance in finger millets -- Genome editing approaches for abiotic stress tolerance in small millets -- Integrating genomics and phenomics tools to dissect climate resilience traits in small millets -- Abiotic stress tolerant small millet plant growth regulation by long noncoding RNAs: an omics perspective -- Omics of climate change on nutritional quality of small millets -- Exploring genome wide analysis of heat shock proteins (HSPs) in small millets as potential candidates for development of multistress tolerant crop plants.
    Abstract: This edited book covers all aspects of omics approaches used for the varietal improvement of millets in changing climatic conditions. Millets are the collection of small-grained cereal grasses, that are grown for human carbohydrate needs. They are among the oldest crops, mainly divided into two groups – Major and small millets based on seed size. Small millets are earlier considered orphan crops, but recently due to their nutritional values, they are getting importance in cultivation. This book explores the genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, and other omics tools that are being widely used to get a clear understanding of mechanistic approaches taken by plant genes to tolerate stress. Various reports are published based on field breeding on these crops, and recently the genome of some of the small millets is released, and many omics studies are published related to its application in varietal improvements. This book reviewed all those recent studies and is of interest to research students, plant breeding scientists, teachers that are working in agriculture and plant biotech universities. Along with this, the book serves as reference material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, and biotechnology. National and international agricultural scientists, policymakers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811939075
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3907-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-3907-5
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    Understanding the Microbiome Interactions in Agriculture and the Environment (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environment. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Unravelling the microbiome interactions in the environment and agriculture in the era of metagenomics -- Antimicrobial Resistance in Environmental Microbiome: an overview -- Mechanistic adaptation of microbiomes in extreme environments -- Mangrove microbiomes: Biodiversity, ecological significance, and potential role in the amelioration of metal stress -- Dynamics of the coral microbiome and its link to Climate Change -- A paradigm shift in the role of the microbiomes in environmental health and agriculture sustainability -- Modifications in Environmental Microbiome and the Evolution of Viruses through Genetic Diversity -- Novel Insights into Environmental Niche Adaptations and Secondary Metabolite Biosynthesis Potential of marine sponge microbiome -- Microbiome-based Sustainable Agriculture Targeting Plant Protection -- Rhizobacteriome: Plant Growth-Promoting Traits and its Functional Mechanism in Plant Growth, Development, and Defenses -- The Cellulosome: A fiber degrading strategist of the rumen microbiome -- Metagenomic approaches for studying plant-microbe interactions -- Nitty-gritty into the plant microbiomes: Understanding Microbial niche associations and dynamics in various plant parts -- A conceptual framework to explore the functional implications of Coral-associated microbiomes and their role in promoting plant growth -- Soil microbiome- characteristics, the impact of climate change, and resilience -- Endophytic microbiomes and their role in drought stress tolerance in plants.
    Abstract: This book illustrates the importance of microbiome interactions in sustainable agriculture and the environment. The chapters of the book provide information pertaining to the vast diversity of microbiomes in many ecosystems and their functional dynamics. The book also discusses bioremediation, space microbiomes, geo microbiomes, coral microbiomes, antibiotic resistomes, and rhizomicrobiome. It also sheds light on the complex syntrophic and other symbiotic interactions between bacteria, protists, plants, and certain animals in agricultural and environmental systems. The book, in turn, provides an understanding of the adaptation, resilience, and evolution of microbial ecosystems. Further, the chapters cover metagenomics analysis of microbiomes of a novel or extreme environments, microbial resilience or temporal fluctuations, symbiosis and co-evolution of the microbiome, and novel microbial interactions in agriculture and environment. Finally, the book elucidates a comprehensive yet representative description of complex structural and functional diversity within the plant and environmental microbiomes to reveal their immense potential. This book covers United Nations Sustainable Developmental Goal 2 towards Zero Hunger.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811936968
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3696-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-3696-8
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    Genome Editing Technologies for Crop Improvement (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Biomaterials. ; Nucleic acids. ; Biology Technique. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Nucleic Acid. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART I: INTRODUCTION TO GENOME EDITING AND CROP IMPROVEMENT -- Chapter 1. Genome editing is revolutionizing crop improvement -- PART II: GENOME EDITING TOOLS AND APPROACHES -- Chapter 2. Genome editing tools for food security -- Chapter 3. CRISPR/Cas9 based multi-gene editing in crops -- Chapter 4. CRISPR/Cas9 tool kit for multiplex genome editing in crops -- Chapter 5. Plant genome editing mediated by CRISPR/Cas12a system -- Chapter 6. Genome editing in crops via homology-directed repair using a gemini-virus based CRISPR/Cas9 system -- Chapter 7. Targeted gene replacement in plants using CRISPR-Cas technology -- Chapter 8. Expanding the scope of base editing in crops using Cas9 variants -- Chapter 9. Plant precise genome editing using prime editors -- Chapter 10. Off-target effects of crop genome editing and its minimization -- PART III: GENOME EDITING TOWARDS CROP IMPROVEMENT -- Chapter 11. Genome editing towards rice improvement -- Chapter 12. Genome editing for wheat Improvement -- Chapter 13. Genome editing for maize Improvement -- Chapter 14. Genome editing for Sorghum improvement -- Chapter 15. Accelerating Cereal breeding for disease resistance through CRISPR/Cas9 mediated genome editing -- Chapter 16. Genome editing for Soybean improvement -- Chapter 17. Genome editing for improvement of oil seed crops -- Chapter 18. Genome editing for potato improvement -- Chapter 19. Genome editing for tomato improvement.
    Abstract: This book compiles the relevant information related to genome editing tools and their roles in crop improvement. The book contains a brief introduction about various genome editing tools and their application in major crops. It discusses the genome editing approaches and the strategies used for genome editing in different crops. Some of the chapters cover the detailed methodology of sgRNA design, vector construction and transformation in different crops followed by data analysis. A few chapters focus on the applications of genome editing tools towards crop improvement. This book will be of particular interest to plant biologists working in the field of genome editing and crop breeders. It will provide valuable information and useful material for our readers’ experimental work.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811906008
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0600-8
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