Improving Crop Productivity in Sustainable Agriculture. Narendra Tuteja
Improving Crop Productivity in Sustainable Agriculture
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Автор произведения: Narendra Tuteja
Жанр: Биология
Издательство: John Wiley & Sons Limited
isbn: 9783527665181
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An up-to-date overview of current progress in improving crop quality and quantity using modern methods. With a particular emphasis on genetic engineering, this text focusses on crop improvement under adverse conditions, paying special attention to such staple crops as rice, maize, and pulses. It includes an excellent mix of specific examples, such as the creation of nutritionally-fortified rice and a discussion of the political and economic implications of genetically engineered food. The result is a must-have hands-on guide, ideally suited for the biotech and agro industries.