Phenotyping Crop Plants for Physiological and Biochemical Traits

Phenotyping Crop Plants for Physiological and Biochemical Traits presents a proven range of methodologies and practices for effective, efficient, and appropriate typing of crop plants. By addressing the basic principles and precautions needed when conducting crop-based experiments, this book guides the reader in selecting the appropriate method based on the growing environment, whether greenhouse, pot, field, or liquid (hydroponic). By addressing the quantification of seed traits related to growth experiments, including their viability and vigor, this book presents methodology options for optimum yield based on potential abiotic stresses.

• Discusses various methods that can contribute to phenotyping of crop plants for various physiological and biochemical traits
• Presents reliable techniques for phenotyping or quantifying plant characters during varied climatic conditions
• Provides insights for selecting appropriate methodologies for specific crop growing situations
• Identifies the most appropriate protocols and methods for analyzing crop traits

Researchers and students of Agriculture, Horticulture, sericulture and Forestry sciences, as well as conventional and molecular biologists involved in crop research

Introduction

Section 1
1. Various Methods of Concluding Crop Experiments

Section 2
2. Seed Physiological and Biochemical Traits

Section 3
3. Plant Growth Measurements
4. Photosynthetic Rates
5. Drought Tolerance Traits
6. Other Drought Tolerant Traits
7. Tissue Water Related Traits
8. Heat Stress Tolerance Traits
9. Oxidative Stress Tolerance Traits
10. Salinity Tolerance Traits

Section 4
11. Kernel Quality Traits
12. Carbohydrates and Related Enzymes
13. Nitrogen Compounds and Related Enzymes
14. Other Biochemical Traits
15. Plant Pigments
16. Growth Regulators

Section 5
17. Analytic Techniques

Appendices
References