The Botanical Survey of India, Andaman & Nicobar Regional Centre in Port Blair has been actively involved in conservation efforts, including assessment studies and mapping of endemic trees. They have documented various species, collected germplasm, and established experimental gardens. Additionally,

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Innovative research on developing high stearic acid soybean germplasm is being conducted at the University of Missouri Delta Center. Challenges in breeding high stearic soybeans, such as sodium azide-induced deletions and mutant alleles in SACPDs, are being addressed. Promising lines identified from

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Explore the history, importance, and methodology of four-flap grafting for pecan trees, along with insights on root stocks and the benefits of grafting for ensuring desired germplasm. Discover the best practices to successfully graft pecans and improve the quality of native pecan varieties.

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Major agricultural industries struggle with abiotic stresses like drought, which can lead to crop losses. Nutrient limitations and cellular damage further compound the challenges plants face under water-limited conditions. Despite efforts in plant breeding, improving germplasm for drought tolerance

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The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture aims to establish a system compatible with CBD, conserve and sustainably use genetic resources, and ensure fair benefit-sharing. However, there are challenges with the current Standard Material Transfer Agreement (SMTA) and

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The National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS) faces key challenges such as expanding operational capacity, managing backlogs, meeting rising demand, and dealing with increased costs. Additionally, there is a need to invest in research and development, personnel transitions, and conservation methods. Ex

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Abelmoschus esculentus, commonly known as okra, has a rich history and diverse characteristics. Originating from tropical Africa, it is widely cultivated in regions like India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. This crop, with its varied chromosomal numbers in different species, holds significance in tropi

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Diving into the dynamics of seed ownership, control, and circulation for sustainable agriculture and food security in fragile states, this research project sheds light on the impacts of regulated germplasm exchange and seeds legislation. Discussing themes such as diversity in plant breeding, interna

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Explore the latest developments in using DNA markers for plant breeding, focusing on applications such as marker-trait association, germplasm characterization, and seed purity. Learn how DNA markers are revolutionizing plant science by enhancing genomic prediction, facilitating varietal distinctness

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