1st Edition

Microbial Biotechnology in Horticulture, Vol. 2

Edited By R C Ray, O.P. Ward Copyright 2008
366 Pages
by CRC Press

366 Pages
by CRC Press

Plant genetic engineering has revolutionized our ability to produce genetically improved plant varieties. Large proportions of our major crops have undergone genetic improvement through the use of recombinant DNA technology, and micro-organisms play an important role in this development. The book focuses on genetic engineering of plants for horticulture.

Plant Genetic Engineering: General Applications, Legislations and Issues
Plant Genetic Engineering: Horticultural Applications
Plant Genetic Engineering: A Tip of Microbial Iceberg
Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria: Significance in Horticulture
Mycorrhizal Symbiosis -An Indispensable: Component of the Plant Culture
Application of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi in the Production of Fruits and Ornamental Crops
Baculoviruses: Molecular Biology and Advances in Their Development as Biological Pest Control Agents in Agriculture and Horticulture
Natural Antimicrobials to Improve Storage and Shelf Life of Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Cut Flowers
Mycotoxins in Fruits and Fruit-derived Products-An Overview

Biography

Ray, R C ; Ward, O.P.