Definition-Seed Technology
Definition-Seed Technology
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- Seed technology is an interdisciplinary science, encompassing a broad range of subjects viz., breeding, agronomy, physiology, pathology, entomology, microbiology and engineering .
- It involves research aspects of seed growth and development, seed physiology, seed dormancy , germination, techniques on seed enhancement, quality seed production, seed certification, processing, seed treatment, storage, seed longevity, testing, seed pathology and entomology, quality control, marketing and distribution.
- In brief the gole of seed technology in Agriculture sector is timely supply of quality seeds for reasonable price to farmers.
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Last modified: Wednesday, 20 June 2012, 5:14 AM