Food and Agriculture

This book contains some path-breaking studies in the fields of food and agriculture. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, the book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of this discipline. Earlier only traditional methods of farming were used but nowdays modern techniques such as agrochemicals, plant breeding, etc. have been employed to increase yield and improve the quality of produce. The aim of this book is to present researches that have transformed this discipline and aided its advancement. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied branches that fall under this category. The extensive chapters of this book have been contributed by experts from across the globe. This book will serve as a reference to a broad spectrum of readers such as agriculturists, botanists, biologists, academicians and students related with the field of agriculture at various levels. 3