{"product_id":"biology-and-breeding-of-crucifers-hardback","title":"Biology and Breeding of Crucifers - Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003eConsiderable interest has developed in recent years in crucifers and particularly in their wild relatives, as they contain genetic material that may be utilized for further evolution of superior crop varieties through introgression and distant hybridization. Until now, there has been no single volume that focuses exclusively on the biology and breeding aspects of the wild \u003cem\u003ebrassica\u003c\/em\u003e species. Bringing together contributions of leading international experts, \u003cstrong\u003eBiology and Breeding of Crucifers\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a unique perspective on this species which is so important to research in crop genetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis treatise begins by exploring the systematics and phylogenies of wild crucifers. Supported by sharp close-up photos and descriptions to assist in identification of wild crucifers, the book further examines breeding methods, self-incompatibility, male sterility, germination, viability of seeds, and plant-insect interactions. Detailed accounts of comparative cytogenetics, distant hybridization, and the role of phytoalexins are also presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book contains comprehensive discussions on floral variations, biotechnology, and haploidy breeding. Reflecting the concern of botanists and plant genetic engineers in enhancing rapeseed-mustard production, the contributors also examine genetic improvement of vegetable crucifers, industrial products from wild crucifers, and the preservation and maintenance of plant genetic resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe information contained in this text will assist researchers in developing ways to increase genetic variability among \u003cem\u003ebrassicas, \u003c\/em\u003eimprove crop productivity and quality, and adopt synergistic approaches to ensure food and nutritional security worldwide. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45584021782766,"sku":"9781420086089","price":319.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/biology-and-breeding-of-crucifers-hardback","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}