Plant Pathology at a Glance (Encyclopedia of Plant Pathology)

Plant Pathology at a Glance (Encyclopedia of Plant Pathology)
Author: D. P. Tripathi
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 625
Release: 2013-06-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9387307271

The book entitled “Plant Pathology at a Glance” has been written exclusively for under graduate and post graduate students of general Botany, Mycology, Microbiology, Plant Virology, Plant Bacteriology, Plant Nematology and Plant Pathology. It covers core courses prescribed by most of the Universities and Institutions. The book has been divided into fifteen chapters dealing with difference aspects of Plant Pathology and its sub disciplines. Plant diseases incited by different biotic and abiotic pathogens have also been described in brief, making the book comprehensive, informative and all in one.

Essential Plant Pathology

Essential Plant Pathology
Author: Gail Lynn Schumann
Publisher: American Phytopathological Society
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2010
Genre: Science
ISBN:

Provides an explanation of how plant diseases are diagnosed, the 'plant disease triangle', how to determine the cause of a specific disease, what 'biotrophs' and necrotrophs are, disease cycles and how they can be utilized. Specific chapters address plant diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, nematodes, viruses, parasitic flowering plants, abiotic factors of the environment including light, temperature, and atmospheric gases, pathogens, how people influence plant disease epidemics, the prevention or management of plant disease epidemics, and more.

MCQs in Plant Breeding Biotechnology and Seed Science

MCQs in Plant Breeding Biotechnology and Seed Science
Author: K. Vanangamudi
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2019-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9388449312

The book on “MCQ’s in Plant Breeding, Biotechnology and Seed Science” has been prepared with the idea of exposing the students those who are preparing for the competitive examinations like Agricultural Research Services, NET, Public Service Commissions, Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, University and Institute admissions etc. It has three major parts viz., Plant Breeding, Biotechnology and Seed Science. The book has 80 chapters consisting more than 3000 multiple choice questions with answers. Genetics, breeding methods, resistance breeding, mutation breeding and polyploidy breeding in Plant Breeding; cell biology, molecular biology, tissue culture, animal biotechnology and bioinformatics in Biotechnology; and seed formation, biology, production, post harvest processing, storage, health, marketing and legislation in Seed Science are some of the important chapters covered in the book. The book is prepared with latest informations and therefore, it will be highly useful to the teachers, scientists and students for updating their knowledge.

Pests and Diseases

Pests and Diseases
Author: Pippa Greenwood
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2000
Genre: Gardening
ISBN:

Offers hundreds of photographs to help identify common garden pests and diseases, and gives detailed advice on treatment, control, and prevention.

Introduction to Forestry & Agroforestry

Introduction to Forestry & Agroforestry
Author: K.T. Parthiban
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 367
Release: 2018-08-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9387991741

The Scientific Forestry and the associated management practices received significant attraction around the world which resulted in the birth of professional forestry education. In India, the professional forestry education was started in the year 1985 and currently offered at several State Agricultural and Central Universities. The Forestry and Agroforestry has also been incluzed as a subject in various under graduate and Post graduate program of State Agricultural and other conventional universities. This professional education in forestry and introduction of forestry courses to other degree programmes demand a comprehensive text book encompassing all the facets of forests. Against this backdrop, the current book on Introduction To Forestry & Agroforestry is conceived to cater to the needs of professionals in B. Sc (Forestry), B.Sc (Agriculture), B.Sc. (Horticulture) and B.Sc (Sericulture) courses offered at State Agricultural Universities and undergraduate programme of Botany and Environmental Science courses offered at Conventional Universities. Besides, the book can also act as a fast and ready made reference material for the graduates aspiring for State and Central Forest Service Examinations. For any beginner in professional forestry education and competitive examinations, this book will be an asset to understand and learn the principles and practices of forestry coupled with other recent developments in forestry sector.

Plant Diseases and Food Security in the 21st Century

Plant Diseases and Food Security in the 21st Century
Author: Peter Scott
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2021-05-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030578992

Of the global population of more than 7 billion people, some 800 million do not have enough to eat today. By 2050, the population is expected to exceed 9 billion. It has been estimated that some 15% of food production is lost to plant diseases; in developing countries losses may be much higher. Historically, plant diseases have had catastrophic impact on food production. For example: potato blight caused the Irish famine in 1845; brown spot of rice caused the Great Bengal Famine of 1943; southern corn leaf blight caused a devastating epidemic on the US corn crop in 1970. Food security is threatened by an ongoing sequence of plant diseases, some persistent for decades or centuries, others more opportunistic. Wheat blast and banana xanthomonas wilt are two contrasting examples of many that currently threaten food production. Other emerging diseases will follow. The proposed title aims to provide a synthesis of expert knowledge to address this central challenge to food security for the 21st century. Chapters [5] and [11] are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology

Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology
Author: Moselio Schaechter
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 1277
Release: 2010-04-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080961282

The Desk Encyclopedia of Microbiology, Second Edition is a single-volume comprehensive guide to microbiology for the advanced reader. Derived from the six volume e-only Encyclopedia of Microbiology, Third Edition, it bridges the gap between introductory texts and specialized reviews. Covering topics ranging from the basic science of microbiology to the current "hot" topics in the field, it will be invaluable for obtaining background information on a broad range of microbiological topics, preparing lectures and preparing grant applications and reports. - The most comprehensive single-volume source providing an overview of microbiology to non-specialists - Bridges the gap between introductory texts and specialized reviews - Provides concise and general overviews of important topics within the field making it a helpful resource when preparing for lectures, writing reports, or drafting grant applications

Microbial Physiology

Microbial Physiology
Author: S. Ram Reddy
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Total Pages: 350
Release: 2008-06-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9387913198

This book, the first of its kind by Indian authors, tries to develop a comprehensive understanding of microbial metabolism. It deals with all basic and unique physiological aspects of microorganisms in an ordered sequence with profuse illustrations. Discussion of all chapters is based on the concepts of bioenergetics which form the life-line of metabolic functions. It provides the foundation and general frame work for further understanding of the subject. This book not only serves as a text for undergraduate, post-graduate students, but also as a reference book to teachers, researchers and all others interested in the metabolism of the microorganisms in particular and living organisms in general.