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This second edition provides new and updated methods focusing on pollen cryopreservation in various crops. Chapters detail  specific plant groups, addressing a wide range of species—from cereals and grasses to fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, and medicinal plants. It features protocols for species such as Semecarpus anacardium, grapes, strawberries, cashew, soybean, amaryllis, and many others, offering practical guidance for researchers and breeders working across diverse agricultural and horticultural domains.Step-by-step protocols are complemented by personal notes, precautions, and specifying the reagents to be used in each step to ensure the repeatability of the procedure across labs. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Pollen Cryopreservation Protocols, Second Edition aims to serve as reference for researchers studying plant breeding and plant conservation biology.

This second edition provides new and updated methods focusing on pollen cryopreservation in various crops. Chapters detail  specific plant groups, addressing a wide range of species—from cereals and grasses to fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, and medicinal plants. It features protocols for species such as Semecarpus anacardium, grapes, strawberries, cashew, soybean, amaryllis, and many others, offering practical guidance for researchers and breeders working across diverse agricultural and horticultural domains.Step-by-step protocols are complemented by personal notes, precautions, and specifying the reagents to be used in each step to ensure the repeatability of the procedure across labs. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Pollen Cryopreservation Protocols, Second Edition aims to serve as reference for researchers studying plant breeding and plant conservation biology.

Fruit and Nut Crops: A Treasure Trove of Diversity and ResilienceDive into the fascinating world of fruit and nut crops in this comprehensive volume. Explore their origins, evolution, and global journey, from wild ancestors to diverse cultivars nourishing us today. Uncover their crucial role in food security, providing vital nutrients and supporting livelihoods.This book champions urgent conservation efforts in the face of threats like habitat loss and climate change. It delves into both ex situ and in situ strategies, emphasizing the importance of preserving genetic diversity for the future. Learn about domestication processes and the development of gene pools adapted to specific environments.Discover the economic and social benefits of utilizing fruit and nut genetic resources, from breeding programs that empower communities to innovative techniques for enhancing yields and quality. This invaluable resource equips researchers, breeders, and policymakerswith the knowledge to safeguard and advance this critical agricultural sector