Hybrid Seed Production: Principles and Procedures

This book provides an authoritative review account of various hybrid seed production methods/approaches in different crops. This book will help in understanding various principles and procedures for hybrid seeds production of major crops. The book includes chapters prepared by specialists and subject experts on different crops/aspects in relation to principles and procedures for hybrid seeds production of major crops. The first chapter introduces concept of heterosis in hybrid rice development. An imperative chapter dealing with Indian regulatory system for foundation and certified seeds in India has been especially included. Likewise, different major crops are included in separate chapter. Major crops like - Pearl Millet, Wheat, Mustard, Sorghum, Maize, Mungbean, Pigeonpea and Sugarcane are exclusively dealt with in specialized chapters. Likewise, a separate chapter covering principle and procedures for hybrid seeds production of safflower has also been included. The book provides state-of-the-art information on seed production of hybrids.