The book Molecular Plant Breeding: Principles and Practices explores the essential role of molecular plant breeding in addressing global challenges such as food security, climate change, and population growth. It provides an in-depth analysis of innovative techniques and strategies for crop improvement and agricultural sustainability, starting with foundational concepts of biotechnology and its applications in agriculture.

Key chapters cover the future of agriculture through biotechnological innovations, advanced methodologies like genome editing and marker-assisted selection, and the significance of improving not only crop yields but also nutritional quality. The book emphasizes the importance of developing crop varieties that can adapt to changing climates and contribute to environmental sustainability.

Additionally, it highlights the need to safeguard biodiversity and conserve plant genetic resources, demonstrating an integrated approach to agricultural advancement. Compelling case studies illustrate real-world applications and success stories in molecular breeding.

Overall, Molecular Plant Breeding: Principles and Practices serves as a crucial resource for researchers, students, and practitioners, fostering a deeper understanding of molecular breeding principles and inspiring innovation in sustainable agriculture to secure food systems for the future.

1. Breeding Approaches for Resilient Sustainable Agriculture for Ensuing Food Security
   Prof. S. N. Sharma and Prof. Vijay Prakash
2. Improving Plant Breeding Efficiency: The Impact of Sequencing and Integrated Genomic Approaches
   Shivani Yadav
3. Functional Genomics in Crop Improvement
   Dr. Manju Kumari Choudhary, Dr. Manju Sharma, Dr. Preeti Nair
4. Genome Mapping and Marker-Assisted Selection in Plant Breeding
   Prof. S.N. Sharma and Dr. Manju Kumari Choudhary
5. Genetic Fingerprinting and Diversity Analysis of Indian Food Legumes Using SRAP Markers
   Prof. S. N. Sharma, Dr. Subhash Chand Sharma and Dr. Khajan Singh
6. Epigenomics in Agriculture: Role and Applications
   Dr. Manju K. Choudhary and Dr. Deepak Sharma
7. Participatory Plant Breeding an Approach for Crop Improvement
   Dr. S. K. Jain
8. Breeding for Biotic and Abiotic Stresses for Sustainable Food Production
   Prof. A.K. Sharma and Komal Shekhawat
9. Physiological Strategies for Managing Abiotic Stresses to Ensure Sustainable Crop Production in India
   Dr. R. C. Meena
10. Role of Honey Bees in Enhancing Crop Productivity and Sustainability in Cross-Pollinated Species
    Prof. J. J. Pastagia
11. Breeding Strategies to Combat Heat Stress: A Key Challenge for Sustainable Wheat Production in India
    Dr. D. K. Gothwal
12. Enhancing Heat Stress Resilience in Wheat: Molecular Mechanisms, Genetic Strategies, and Agronomic Innovations for Future Improvement
    Abhay Dashora, Himansuman and Aliza Mariyam
13. Maize Breeding: Harnessing Potential of Maize(Zea mays L.)
    Dr. Amit Dadheech, Dr. Mukesh Yadav, Deepak Meena, Ruku Chawla and Govardhan Lal Kumhar
14. Advancement and Future Prospects in Barley Research in Rajasthan
    Dr. S. S. Rajput, Dr. P.S. Shekhawat, Dr. R.R. Choudhary, Dr. S.L. Kajla, Dr. Manish Kumar and Dr.S.S. Punia
15. Sorghum a Miracle Crop: Changing Dimensions in 21st Century
    Dr. HemlataSharma, Dr, Amit Dadheech and Dikshita Joshi
16. Ethnobotany of Millets: God’s Own Crop and Its Role in Crop Improvement
    Devanshi Sharma
17. Pearl Millet Breeding: Challenges and Opportunities in India
    Dr.Vikas Khandelwal, Dr. C Tara Satyavathi, Dr.Supriya Ambawat and Dr. Sushila Bhanwariya
18. Prospects of Pigeonpea Breeding In India
    Dr. S.C. Sharma, Dr. Kamal Kumar Sharma, Dr. Yogendra Kumar Sharma and Dr. S.L. Yadav
19. Breeding Strategies for Chickpea Improvement in India
    Prof. Vijay Prakash
20. Enhancing Food Legume Crop Improvement: Emerging Innovations for Nutritional Security and Sustainability
    Prof. O. P. Khedar
21. Rapeseed-Mustard: Harvesting Potential to Meet the Growing Demand of Edible Oil
    Dr. Rahul Bhardwaj, Dr.Manish Kumar, Dr. Shalini Pandey, Dr. Ramesh and Dr. Vijay Kamal Meena
22. Advancements in Breeding of Important Medicinal Crops in India
    Dr. Amit Dadheech and Dr. Monika Shahani
23. Strategic Hybrid Breeding for Enhanced Abiotic Stress Resilience: Developing Climate-Adaptive Crop Varieties for Sustainable Agricultural Systems
    Prof. S. N. Sharma, Dr. Subhash Chand Sharma and Dr. Khajan Singh
24. Transgenic Crops: Genomic Innovations and Controversies
    Dr. Manju Sharma and Dr. Preeti Nair
25. Protection of Seed Spices and DUS guidelines of Cumin as per Plant Varieties & Farmer’s Rights Authority
    Prof. S. Marker, Dr. Ram Kunwar, Prof. A. C. Shivran, Dr. G. L. Kumawat, Prof. D.K. Gothwal and Dr. M. K. Meena