Genetic Engineering Of Crop Plants For Food And Health Security

Author : Siddharth Tiwari,Bhupendra Koul
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2024-01-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789819950348

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Genetic Engineering of Crop Plants for Food and Health Security by Siddharth Tiwari,Bhupendra Koul Pdf

This edited book support Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2): Zero Hunger. This book summarizes the contribution of genetic engineering for sustainable crop improvement toward global food and health security, climate resilience and economic growth. The book acts as a compendium of research reports on recent developments in the arena of cisgenics or transgenics or genome editing of crop plants for tolerance to biotic or abiotic stresses, introgression of value-added traits, molecular pharming etc. Sustainable crop productivity, yield and nutrition are the major constrain for food and nutritional security for the human population especially, in developing countries where arable land per capita is shrinking while the human population is steadily increasing. Zero hunger and achieving food security is the top priority of the United Nations development goals. This book explains various methods of genetic transformation such as transgenic, cisgenic, and genome editing for crop improvement. It also encompasses the advantages of genetic engineering in plants and their scope for sustainable crop improvement. The importance, limitations, challenges, GM biosafety regulations, recent advancements and future prospects of GM crops are covered in various chapters. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, plant tissue culturists, GM crop experts, research scholars, academicians, plant breeders, policymakers etc. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists and policymakers will also find this to be a useful read.

Author : Siddharth Tiwari,Bhupendra Koul
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2024-08-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9819731186

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Genetic Engineering of Crop Plants for Food and Health Security by Siddharth Tiwari,Bhupendra Koul Pdf

This edited volume presents recent advancements in genetic transformation and genome editing, offering a comprehensive understanding of their applications for creating more sustainable crops. These innovations are revolutionizing crop development, enhancing yields, and mitigating environmental challenges. The demand for sustainable crop production, driven by a growing global population and mounting environmental challenges, has never been more pressing. Genetic transformation and genome editing techniques offer precise and targeted ways to enhance crop traits, increase yields, and reduce the need for chemical inputs. The book traces the evolution of these technologies, from the early days of genetic modification to the current era of CRISPR-based genome editing. It covers cutting-edge technologies, from CRISPR-Cas9 to advanced gene editing techniques, while discussing the current scenario and future prospects of GM crops developed either by transgenic or genome editing approaches. The book explores the ethical and regulatory aspects surrounding genetic transformation, providing a complete perspective on this evolving domain. It is an essential read for researchers, students, and professionals in the fields of agriculture, plant sciences, biotechnology, agronomy, as well as policymakers.

Author : Jasmeet Kour,Vishal Sharma,Imtiyaz Khanday
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 275 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2022-11-18
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781000728477

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Genetically Modified Crops and Food Security by Jasmeet Kour,Vishal Sharma,Imtiyaz Khanday Pdf

This book reviews a wide-range of genetically modified (GM) crops to understand how they are produced, the impacts on the agricultural industry, and their potential for improving food security. The production of GM crops has now become an invaluable asset in the agricultural toolbox. With a significant portion of the world suffering from hunger and poverty, this book examines how food security can be achieved through GM crops. A wide variety of crops are examined, from the earliest developments of GM tomatoes and potatoes to recent interest in the development of low-cost, high yielding biofuels, such as microalgae. Chapters also discuss the role of GM crops in pest management and the consequential reduction in the use of insecticides. Overall, this book provides an important synthesis of GM crops from their commercial value to the agricultural industry, as well as their potential for improving food security. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of agricultural engineering, crop science, food biotechology, food security, and those interested in food and agriculture and sustainable development more broadly.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on Genetically Engineered Crops: Past Experience and Future Prospects
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 607 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309437387

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Genetically Engineered Crops by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on Genetically Engineered Crops: Past Experience and Future Prospects Pdf

Genetically engineered (GE) crops were first introduced commercially in the 1990s. After two decades of production, some groups and individuals remain critical of the technology based on their concerns about possible adverse effects on human health, the environment, and ethical considerations. At the same time, others are concerned that the technology is not reaching its potential to improve human health and the environment because of stringent regulations and reduced public funding to develop products offering more benefits to society. While the debate about these and other questions related to the genetic engineering techniques of the first 20 years goes on, emerging genetic-engineering technologies are adding new complexities to the conversation. Genetically Engineered Crops builds on previous related Academies reports published between 1987 and 2010 by undertaking a retrospective examination of the purported positive and adverse effects of GE crops and to anticipate what emerging genetic-engineering technologies hold for the future. This report indicates where there are uncertainties about the economic, agronomic, health, safety, or other impacts of GE crops and food, and makes recommendations to fill gaps in safety assessments, increase regulatory clarity, and improve innovations in and access to GE technology.

Author : Vidya Venkataram,Kathleen Hefferon
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323884778

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Agricultural Biotechnology by Vidya Venkataram,Kathleen Hefferon Pdf

Agricultural biotechnology and the production of GM crops have been controversial despite being practiced in both developed and developing countries, the major reason being their potential negative impact on human / animal health or environment. Also prevalent is the view that it is simply unethical to engineer different forms of life in the laboratory, especially when it comes to consuming food generated through genetic engineering. GM crops have been introduced into the agricultural landscape more than 2 decades ago which has allowed us to study their effects on economy, health and the environment. Agricultural Biotechnology: Genetic Engineering for a Food Cause is a compendium of information, practices, observations and discernible insights on agriculture, biotechnology and sustainable development. The book begins by descriptions of genetic engineering practices and strategies for producing GM crops, their importance in the food chain and advantages of GM crops over non-modified crops. Followed by chapters on the strategic genetic applications and the use of synthetics microbiology and microbial symbiosis, Agricultural Biotechnology: Genetic Engineering concludes with an insight of the Future of microbiotechnology in agricultural practices. Agricultural Biotechnology: Genetic Engineering for a Food Cause fills a gap by summarizing the available literature in a wide variety of topics under one single volume, being accessible to audiences in academic, government and industry spaces. Provides knowledge of the purposes of engineering microbes Includes the latest techniques and practices in microbiology Gives an insight in the future of agricultural microbiotechnology

Author : National Research Council,Board on Agriculture
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1984-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309034340

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Genetic Engineering of Plants by National Research Council,Board on Agriculture Pdf

"The book...is, in fact, a short text on the many practical problems...associated with translating the explosion in basic biotechnological research into the next Green Revolution," explains Economic Botany. The book is "a concise and accurate narrative, that also manages to be interesting and personal...a splendid little book." Biotechnology states, "Because of the clarity with which it is written, this thin volume makes a major contribution to improving public understanding of genetic engineering's potential for enlarging the world's food supply...and can be profitably read by practically anyone interested in application of molecular biology to improvement of productivity in agriculture."

Author : P. B. Kavi Kishor,Manchikatla Venkat Rajam,T. Pullaiah
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811559327

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Genetically Modified Crops by P. B. Kavi Kishor,Manchikatla Venkat Rajam,T. Pullaiah Pdf

Genetic transformation is a key technology, in which genes are transferred from one organism to another in order to improve agronomic traits and ultimately help humans. However, there is concern in some quarters that genetically modified crops may disturb the ecosystem. A number of non-governmental organizations continue to protest against GM crops and foods, despite the fact that many organisms are genetically modified naturally in the course of evolution. In this context, there is a need to educate the public about the importance of GM crops in terms of food and nutritional security. This book provides an overview of various crop plants where genetic transformation has been successfully implemented to improve their agronomically useful traits. It includes information on the gene(s) transferred, the method of gene transfer and the beneficial effects of these gene transfers and the agronomic improvements compared to the wild plants. Further, it discusses the commercial prospects of these GM crops as well as the associated challenges. Given its scope, this book is a valuable resource for agricultural and horticultural scientists/experts wanting to explain to the public, politicians and non-governmental organizations the details of GM crops and how they can improve crops and the lives of farmers. It also appeals to researchers and postgraduate students. This volume focuses on the transgenics of mungbean, cowpea, chickpea, cotton, mulberrry, Jatropha, fingermillet, papaya, citrus plants and cassava. It also discusses CRISPR edited lines.

Author : Miguel A. Altieri
Publisher : Food First Books
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0935028935

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Genetic Engineering in Agriculture by Miguel A. Altieri Pdf

As debate rages over the costs and benefits of genetically engineered crops, noted agroecologist Miguel Altieri lucidly examines some of the issue's most basic and pressing questions: Are transgenic crops similar to conventionally bred crops? Are transgenic crops safe to eat? Does biotechnology increase yields? Does it reduce pesticide use? What are the costs to American farmers? Will biotechnology benefit poor farmers? Can biotechnology coexist with other forms of agriculture? What are the known and potential environmental and biological risks? What alternatives do we have to genetically modified crops?

Author : Pardeep Singh,Anwesha Borthakur,Aditya Abha Singh,Ajay Kumar,Kshitij K. Singh
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128209455

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Policy Issues in Genetically Modified Crops by Pardeep Singh,Anwesha Borthakur,Aditya Abha Singh,Ajay Kumar,Kshitij K. Singh Pdf

Policy Issues in Genetically Modified Crops: A Global Perspective contains both theoretical and empirical evidence of a broad range of aspects of GM crop policies throughout the world. Emphasizing world agriculture production and ethics of GM crops, the book balances insights into the various discussions around the use of GM crops including soil health, effects on animals, environmental sustainability impact, and ethical issues. The book presents aspects of GM crop policies and prevailing controversies throughout the world, in 5 sections containing 23 chapters. Beginning with the discussion of the policies related to GM crops, the book dives deep into issues related to food insecurity, agricultural sustainability, food safety, and environmental risks. Section 5 also captures the recent advances in agricultural biotechnology encompassing research trends, the nano-biotech approach to plant genetic engineering, and other transformation techniques in crop development. The contributors of the book represent different backgrounds, providing a holistic overview of diverse approaches and perspectives. Policy Issues in Genetically Modified Crops: A Global Perspective is a valuable resource for researchers in agricultural policy and economics, agricultural biotechnology, soil science, genetic engineering, ethics, environmental management, sustainable development, and NGOs. Discusses ethics, varieties, research trends, success, and challenges of genetic modification Addresses both crop production and potential health impacts Includes extensive theoretical research and studies

Author : Roger Hull,G. T. Tzotzos,Graham Head
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2009-07-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080920764

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Genetically Modified Plants by Roger Hull,G. T. Tzotzos,Graham Head Pdf

A transgenic organism is a plant, animal, bacterium, or other living organism that has had a foreign gene added to it by means of genetic engineering. Transgenic plants can arise by natural movement of genes between species, by cross-pollination based hybridization between different plant species (which is a common event in flowering plant evolution), or by laboratory manipulations by artificial insertion of genes from another species. Methods used in traditional breeding that generate transgenic plants by non-recombinant methods are widely familiar to professional plant scientists, and serve important roles in securing a sustainable future for agriculture by protecting crops from pest and helping land and water to be used more efficiently. There is worldwide interest in the biosafety issues related to transgenic crops because of issues such as increased pesticide use, increased crop and weed resistance to pesticides, gene flow to related plant species, negative effects on nontarget organisms, and reduced crop and ecosystem diversity. This book is intended to provide the basic information for a wide range of people involved in the release of transgenic crops. These will include scientists and researchers in the initial stage of developing transgenic products, industrialists, and decision makers. It will be of particular interest to plant scientists taking up biotechnological approaches to agricultural improvement for developing nations. * Discusses traditional and future technology for genetic modification * Compares conventional non-GM approaches and genetic modification * Presents a risk assessment methodology for GM techniques * Details mitigation techniques for human and environmental effects

Author : M. J. Chrispeels
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:709889460

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Plants, Genes and Crop Biotechnology by M. J. Chrispeels Pdf

Human Population Growth: Lessons from Demography; Agricultural R&D, Productivity and Global Food Prospects; Development, Productivity and Sustainability of Crop Production Food Security: Why Do Hunger and Malnutrition Persist in a World of Plenty?; Developing Food Production Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa; The Molecular Basis of Genetic Modification and Improvement of Crops; Plants in Human Nutrition and Animal Feed The Genetic Basis of Growth and Development; Seeds: Biology, Technology and Role in Agriculture; Converting Solar Energy into Crop Production; Plant Nutrition and Crop Improvement in Adverse Soil Conditions; Life Together in the Underground; Ten Thousand Years of Crop Evolution; From Classical Plant Breeding to Modern Crop Improvement; Crop Diseases and Strategies for Their Control; Strategies for Controlling Insect, Mite and Nematode Pests; Weeds and Weed Control Strategies; Toward a Greener Agriculture; Plants as Chemical and Pharmaceutical Factories; Urban Myths and Real Concerns about Genetically Modified (GM) Crops; Pioneer Hi-Bred International.

Author : Grantley W. Lycett,Donald Grierson
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Crops
ISBN : STANFORD:36105030952571

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Genetic Engineering of Crop Plants by Grantley W. Lycett,Donald Grierson Pdf

Author : A. J. Conner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Crops
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020712605

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Genetically Engineered Crops by A. J. Conner Pdf

This report provides an overview of: the significance of genetic engineering for agriculture, and food producing and processing industries in New Zealand; an assessment of the environmental and human health risks of genetically engineered crops and food products; a response to many of the questions commonly asked about genetic engineering; and an outline of public issues surrounding the use of genetic engineering in agriculture and the food industry.

Author : Maarten J. Chrispeels,David E. Sadava
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0763715867

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Plants, Genes, and Crop Biotechnology by Maarten J. Chrispeels,David E. Sadava Pdf

This book integrates many fields to help students understand the complexity of the basic science that underlies crop and food production.

Author : P. B. Kavi Kishor,Manchikatla Venkat Rajam,T. Pullaiah
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : 9811558981

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Genetically Modified Crops by P. B. Kavi Kishor,Manchikatla Venkat Rajam,T. Pullaiah Pdf

Genetic transformation is a key technology, in which genes are transferred from one organism to another in order to improve agronomic traits and ultimately help humans. However, there is apprehension in some quarters that genetically modified crops may disturb the ecosystem. A number of non-governmental organizations continue to protest against GM crops and foods, despite the fact that many organisms are genetically modified naturally in the course of evolution. In this context, there is a need to educate the public about the importance of GM crops in terms of food and nutritional security. This book provides an overview of various crop plants where genetic transformation has been successfully implemented to improve their agronomically useful traits. It includes information on the gene(s) transferred, the method of gene transfer and the beneficial effects of these gene transfers and agronomic improvements compared to the wild plants. Further, it discusses the commercial prospects of these GM crops as well as the associated challenges. Given its scope, this book is a valuable resource for agricultural and horticultural scientists/experts wanting to explain to the public, politicians and non-governmental organizations the details of GM crops and how they can improve crops and the lives of farmers.