Genomics‐Driven Strategies for Sustainable Crop Improvement in Agriculture

In the face of a burgeoning global population and mounting environmental challenges, ensuring sustainable food security necessitates a paradigm shift in agricultural practices. Genomics, encompassing the study of an organism's genetic makeup, has emerged as a transformative tool. This chapter d...

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Hauptverfasser: Kumar, Munish, Kajal, Monika, Kumar, Mandeep, Kumar, Ramesh, Kushwaha, Pramadvara
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Zusammenfassung:In the face of a burgeoning global population and mounting environmental challenges, ensuring sustainable food security necessitates a paradigm shift in agricultural practices. Genomics, encompassing the study of an organism's genetic makeup, has emerged as a transformative tool. This chapter delves into the pivotal role of genomics in sustainable crop improvement, exploring how cutting‐edge genomic technologies and methodologies are shaping the future of agriculture. This chapter delves into the crucial role of genomics in agriculture, specifically focusing on its impact on sustainable crop improvement. The study elucidates the transformative potential of genomics in shaping a new paradigm for crop enhancement through meticulously exploring cutting‐edge genomic technologies and methodologies. The abstract encapsulates the critical findings of the research, emphasizing the integration of genomic strategies that contribute to enhanced agricultural sustainability. The chapter discusses how these genomic advancements address crucial challenges in crop improvement, providing a comprehensive overview of their implications for fostering resilience and sustainability in the agricultural sector. This research contributes to the scientific discourse by elucidating the intricate interplay between genomics and sustainable crop improvement, offering valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers alike.
DOI:10.1002/9781394268832.ch15