Plant Genetics and Biotechnology: Emerging Tools for Crop Improvement

The field of plant genetics and biotechnology has revolutionized agriculture, offering unprecedented opportunities to address global challenges such as food security, climate change, and the need for sustainable farming practices. As the world’s population continues to grow, ensuring the availability of nutritious, resilient, and high-yielding crops is critical. To meet this challenge, plant scientists are increasingly turning to genetic tools and biotechnological innovations to accelerate crop improvement.
Plant Genetics and Biotechnology: Emerging Tools for Crop Improvement explores the latest advancements in plant genetics and biotechnology, focusing on how these cutting-edge technologies are shaping the future of agriculture. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the molecular and genomic tools that are enabling researchers to enhance crop traits, from disease resistance and drought tolerance to improved nutritional content and yield.
The chapters in this volume cover a broad spectrum of topics, including genetic mapping, gene editing techniques like CRISPR-Cas9, transgenic plants, molecular markers, and next-generation sequencing technologies. Special attention is given to the application of these tools in the development of crops that are better suited to the challenges posed by a changing climate and increasing environmental stressors. Moreover, we explore the ethical, regulatory, and social dimensions of biotechnology in agriculture, highlighting the importance of public trust and the need for responsible innovation.
This book is intended for researchers, educators, and students in the fields of plant biology, genetics, biotechnology, and agriculture. It offers valuable insights for those interested in the intersection of genetics and technology and its role in advancing sustainable crop improvement.
By presenting both theoretical knowledge and practical applications, Plant Genetics and Biotechnology aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators to continue exploring the vast potential of biotechnology in improving global food production and ensuring a sustainable future for agriculture.