The latest findings in seed physiologydiscussed as they relate to
agricultural problems! Presenting the latest findings in the area
of seed physiology as well as the practical applications of that
knowledge in the field, the Handbook of Seed Physiology:
Applications to Agriculture provides a comprehensive view of seed
biology and its role in crop performance. Key topics include seed
germination, crop emergence, crop establishment, dormancy,
preharvest sprouting, plant hormones, abscisic and giberellic
acids, weeds, grain quality, oil crops, and malting quality.
Abundant case studies provide information of value to researchers,
students, and professionals in the fields of seed science, field
crop research, crop science, agronomy, and seed technology. The
Handbook of Seed Physiology discusses vital topics which serve as
the basis for the development of techniques and processes to
improve seed performance and crop yield. In this text, you will
explore: the effect of the soil physical environment on seed
germination the roles of physiology, genetics, and environment in
the inception, maintenance, and termination of dormancy the
relationship between the termination of dormancy and the synthesis
and signaling of gibberellins and abscisic acid mechanisms of
orthodox seed deterioration and approaches for repair of seed
damage characteristics, behavior, and mechanisms of desiccation
tolerance in recalcitrant seeds the role of seed moisture in free
radical assaults on seeds and the protective function of raffinose
oligosaccharides the production of free radicals and their effect
on lipids and lipid peroxidation components of grain quality in oil
crops and factors influencing them structural components and
genotypic and environmental factors affecting barley malting
quality In addition to the latest scientific information in the
area of seed physiology, this text provides insights into practical
applications of that knowledge through the description of:
screening protocols for germination tolerance to temperature and
water stress methods for improving seed performance in the field
techniques for controlling preharvest sprouting of cereals breeding
and production strategies for improving grain quality
population-based threshold models in the prediction of germination
and emergence patterns modeling changes in dormancy to predict weed
emergence Extensive reference sections accompanying each chapter
include both foundation texts and current research. Principles and
concepts discussed in the text are elaborated upon through
equations, figures, and tables covering such topics as water and
soil thermal regimes; seed water potential; temperature and water
effects on germination; free radical attack; and molecular
structures. Exploring concepts, techniques, and processes related
to seed germination and crop establishment, this comprehensive,
one-of-a-kind reference is an indispensable tool for seed
scientists and agricultural professionals. Add it to your library
today and put seed physiology research to work in establishing
high-quality next crops!
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