Integrating New Technologies For Striga Control

Author : Gebisa Ejeta,Jonathan Gressel
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789812771506

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Integrating New Technologies for Striga Control by Gebisa Ejeta,Jonathan Gressel Pdf

Witchweeds (Striga species) decimate agriculture in much of Africa and parts of Asia, attacking the major cereal grains and legumes, and halving the already very low yields of subsistence farmers. Several years of research have provided promising technologies, based on the fundamental biology of the parasiteOCohost associations, for dealing with this scourge. However, there is an apparent realization that these technologies will fail because highly successful weeds such as Striga evolve resistance to all types of controls unless proven methods are integrated with each other for a more sustainable solution. Integration is often an anathema to basic scientists who typically deal with single variables and solutions. However, key leaders in the development of the new knowledge-based control strategies, already in the field and under development, recently joined forces to develop strategies and projects in order to integrate the technologies in a symposium in Ethiopia in November 2006. The encouraging results are described in this peer-reviewed book, authored by leaders in the field who have been supplying the basic biology, genetics, biochemistry, and molecular information that have offered insights and generated technologies in how to deal with Striga."

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789814475310

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Integrating New Technologies for Striga Control by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on a Study of Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Africa and South Asia
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-01-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309177764

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Emerging Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Agriculture and Natural Resources,Committee on a Study of Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Africa and South Asia Pdf

Increased agricultural productivity is a major stepping stone on the path out of poverty in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, but farmers there face tremendous challenges improving production. Poor soil, inefficient water use, and a lack of access to plant breeding resources, nutritious animal feed, high quality seed, and fuel and electricity-combined with some of the most extreme environmental conditions on Earth-have made yields in crop and animal production far lower in these regions than world averages. Emerging Technologies to Benefit Farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia identifies sixty emerging technologies with the potential to significantly improve agricultural productivity in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. Eighteen technologies are recommended for immediate development or further exploration. Scientists from all backgrounds have an opportunity to become involved in bringing these and other technologies to fruition. The opportunities suggested in this book offer new approaches that can synergize with each other and with many other activities to transform agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

Author : Rajeev Varshney,Roberto Tuberosa
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118728321

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Translational Genomics for Crop Breeding, Volume 1 by Rajeev Varshney,Roberto Tuberosa Pdf

Genomic Applications for Crop Breeding: Biotic Stress is the first of two volumes looking at the latest advances in genomic applications to crop breeding. This volume focuses on genomic-assisted advances for improving economically important crops against biotic stressors, such as viruses, fungi, nematodes, and bacteria. Looking at key advances in crops such as rice, barley, wheat, and potato amongst others, Genomic Applications for Crop Breeding: Biotic Stress will be an essential reference for crop scientists, geneticists, breeders, industry personnel and advanced students in the field.

Author : Carmelo Rapisarda,Giuseppe E Massimino Cocuzza
Publisher : CABI
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017-12-11
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781780648002

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Integrated Pest Management in Tropical Regions by Carmelo Rapisarda,Giuseppe E Massimino Cocuzza Pdf

This book provides up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of the research and application of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in tropical regions. The first section explores the agro-ecological framework that represents the foundations of IPM, in addition to emerging technologies in chemical and biological methods that are core to pest control in tropical crops. The second section follows a crop-based approach and provides details of current IPM applications in the main tropical food crops (such as cereals, legumes, root and tuber crops, sugarcane, vegetables, banana and plantain, citrus, oil palm, tea, cocoa and coffee) and also fibre crops (such as cotton) and tropical forests.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0080888623

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Advances in Agronomy by Anonim Pdf

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial. * Maintains the highest impact factor among serial publications in agriculture * Presents timely reviews on important agronomy issues * Enjoys a long-standing reputation for excellence in the field

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789814469609

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Wolf Prize in Agriculture by Anonim Pdf

Author : I. K. Das,P. G. Padmaja
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128045800

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Biotic Stress Resistance in Millets by I. K. Das,P. G. Padmaja Pdf

Biotic Stress Resistance in Millets presents an important guide to the disease and pest-related challenges of this vital food crop. Biotic stresses are one of the major constraints for millet production, but newly emerging and forward-thinking problems with disease and insect pests are likely to increase as a result of changing weather, making this an imperative book on best practices. Current strategies are mainly through the development of resistant cultivars, as the use of chemicals is cost-prohibitive to many of those producing millet in developing countries where it is of most value as a food source. This book explores non-chemical focused options for improving plant resistance and protecting crop yield. This single-volume reference will be important for researchers, teachers and students in the disciplines of Agricultural Entomology, Plant protection, Resistance Plant Breeding and Biotechnological pest management. Establishes basic concepts of host resistance providing foundational insight Synthesizes past biotic stress resistance research with the latest findings to orient research for future strategies for plant protection Focuses exclusively on host plant resistance on all major diseases and pests of millets Presents data and strategies that are globally applicable as millets gain importance as a health food

Author : Daniel M. Joel,Jonathan Gressel,Lytton J. Musselman
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 519 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013-07-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642381461

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Parasitic Orobanchaceae by Daniel M. Joel,Jonathan Gressel,Lytton J. Musselman Pdf

This book was written in response to significant recent advances in understanding the mechanisms of parasitism in the Orobanchaceae, and breakthroughs in the control of the parasitic weeds Striga and Orobanche. It consists of 26 contributions by internationally recognized leading scientists. The main book chapters are grouped into two parts: · Part I – The Orobanchaceae and Their Parasitic Mechanisms · Part II – The Weedy Orobanchaceae and Their Control The first part provides cutting-edge information on all key aspects of plant parasitism, such as the structure, development and function of the haustorium; nutrient transfer and the physiology of the parasite-host association; host reaction to parasitic plants; seed production and germination; the strigolactones and host-parasite signaling mechanisms; the parasite genome, phylogenetics, evolution and epigenetics; and ecology. Topics of the second part include: the problem posed by the weedy parasites; population diversity and dynamics; molecular diagnosis of seed banks; and detailed discussion of the various management strategies, including agronomic, chemical and biotechnological approaches, as well as host breeding for resistance, allelopathy and biological control. This book is intended for plant scientists, university lecturers and students, agronomists and weed specialists, breeders and farmers, extension personnel and experts in tropical and subtropical agriculture.

Author : Diego Rubiales,Mónica Fernández-Aparicio,Maurizio Vurro,Hanan Eizenberg
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782889456338

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Advances in Parasitic Weeds Research by Diego Rubiales,Mónica Fernández-Aparicio,Maurizio Vurro,Hanan Eizenberg Pdf

Parasitic weeds are severe constraint to agriculture and major crop production, and the efficacy of available means to control them is minimal. Control strategies have centred around agronomic practices, resistant varieties and the use of herbicides. Novel integrated control programmes should be sympathetic to agricultural extensification while exerting minimal harmful effects on the environment. This eBook covers recent advances in biology, physiology of parasitism, genetics, population dynamics, resistance, host-parasite relationships, regulation of seed germination, etc., in order to offer an outstanding windows to these enigmatic plants, and contribute to their practical management.

Author : Geoff M. Gurr,Stephen D. Wratten,William E. Snyder
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118231852

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Biodiversity and Insect Pests by Geoff M. Gurr,Stephen D. Wratten,William E. Snyder Pdf

Biodiversity offers great potential for managing insect pests. It provides resistance genes and anti-insect compounds; a huge range of predatory and parasitic natural enemies of pests; and community ecology-level effects operating at the local and landscape scales to check pest build-up. This book brings together world leaders in theoretical, methodological and applied aspects to provide a comprehensive treatment of this fast-moving field. Chapter authors from Europe, Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Americas ensure a truly international scope. Topics range from scientific principles, innovative research methods, ecological economics and effective communication to farmers, as well as case studies of successful use of biodiversity-based pest management some of which extend over millions of hectares or are enshrined as government policy. Written to be accessible to advanced undergraduates whilst also stimulating the seasoned researcher, this work will help unlock the power of biodiversity to deliver sustainable insect pest management. Visit www.wiley.com/go/gurr/biodiversity to access the artwork from the book.

Author : Hinanit Koltai,Cristina Prandi
Publisher : Springer
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030121532

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Strigolactones - Biology and Applications by Hinanit Koltai,Cristina Prandi Pdf

This book describes the exciting biology and chemistry of strigolactones. Outgrowth of shoot branches? Development of lateral roots? Interactions with beneficial microorganisms? Avoiding parasitic plants? Responding to drought conditions? These important “decisions” that plants make are all regulated by a group of hormones called strigolactones. The latest research has yielded a number of new biological concepts, such as a redefinition of plant hormones and their crosstalk, new functional diversity of receptors, hormonal “smoke and mirrors,” core signaling pathways, and even phloem transport of receptor proteins. Another important aspect of strigolactones is the related synthetic chemistry, which could pave the way for a variety of potential applications in agriculture and medicine. The book explains in detail the role that strigolactones play in plant development, and addresses the interaction of plants with soil biota and abiotic stress conditions, prospects of strigolactone biochemistry and evolution, and chemical synthesis of natural strigolactones and analogs, together with their potential applications. Including a glossary and end-of-chapter synopses to aid in comprehension, it offers a valuable asset for teachers, lecturers and (post-) graduate students in biology, agronomy and related areas..

Author : C. Neal Stewart, Jr.
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2009-08-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780813805481

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Weedy and Invasive Plant Genomics by C. Neal Stewart, Jr. Pdf

Weedy and Invasive Plant Genomics offers a comprehensive, up-to-date reference on genetic and genomics research in weedy and invasive plants. Forward-looking in its approach, the work also assesses the areas of future research necessary to defeat these agricultural pests. This research-based, scholarly work engenders a further understanding of weeds and invasive plants, opening avenues for developing more effective methods of managing them. This volume will be a necessary reference for weed scientists, agrochemical industry researchers, conservation geneticist, and plant biologists.

Author : Makie Kokubun,Shuichi Asanuma
Publisher : Springer
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-01
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811073083

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Crop Production under Stressful Conditions by Makie Kokubun,Shuichi Asanuma Pdf

This book presents field studies on crop production in developing countries such as Vietnam, Kenya, Namibia, Colombia, Afghanistan and Sudan. Further, it examines the achievements of SATREPS, a development assistance program sponsored by the Japanese government that promotes international joint research to address these global issues. In this context, multidisciplinary research teams consisting of breeders, physiologists, soil scientists, agronomists, and other scientists related to agricultural development worked together to tackle the challenges involved in enhancing the capacity of crop production in the respective regions. In addition to presenting novel scientific findings, this book highlights practical field studies that verify the effectiveness of the scientific findings in actual environments. The achievements will help to improve crop production worldwide, and the lessons learnt will be useful in re-designing strategies to address global issues in crop production, particularly in developing regions. Lastly, the outcomes discussed will be useful to policymakers and professionals engaged in crop production and food security in developing countries, as well as researchers and students.

Author : Peter Jeschke,Wolfgang Krämer,Ulrich Schirmer,Matthias Witschel
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 429 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-02-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783527655922

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Modern Methods in Crop Protection Research by Peter Jeschke,Wolfgang Krämer,Ulrich Schirmer,Matthias Witschel Pdf

This handbook and ready reference highlights a couple of basic aspects of recently developed new methods in modern crop protection research, authored by renowned experts from major agrochemical companies. Organized into four major parts that trace the key phases of the compound development process, the first section addresses compound design, while the second covers newly developed methods for the identification of the mode of action of agrochemical compounds. The third part describes methods used in improving the bioavailability of compounds, and the final section looks at modern methods for risk assessment. As a result, the agrochemical developer will find here a valuable toolbox of advanced methods, complete with first-hand practical advice and copious examples from current industrial practice.