Plants are the foundation of life on Earth, providing us with food, oxygen, and the very materials that sustain life across ecosystems. The study of plant genetics is key to unlocking the mysteries of how plants grow, reproduce, adapt, and evolve. From the genetic makeup of the smallest herb to the towering trees of a forest, plant genetics offers invaluable insights into biodiversity, agricultural productivity, and environmental sustainability. In an era where global challenges such as climate change, food security, and habitat loss threaten the planet, the field of plant genetics has never been more important. Fundamentals of Plant Genetics is designed to provide a clear and comprehensive introduction to the genetic principles that govern the biology of plants. Whether you are a student of biology, an aspiring plant breeder, or simply someone curious about how plants inherit traits and adapt to their environments, this book will provide you with the foundational knowledge to explore the complex world of plant genetics.
Authors
Sourav Hazari,
Sourav Hazari, obtained my B. Sc. in Agriculture from Veer Bahadur Singh Purbanchal University in 2015, followed by an M. Sc. in Agriculture specializing in Genetics & Plant Breeding from Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya in 2017. Recently, I completed my Ph.D. in Agriculture, specializing in Genetics and Plant Breeding from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, with the official conferment of the doctoral degree expected within the next month. During my doctoral studies, I was honored to receive a University Research Scholarship. Additionally, I qualified the ICAR-ASRB NET (National Eligibility Test) in 2021. My expertise spans across laboratory and fieldwork in various crops such as jute, wheat, rice, lentil, and potato.
Sujata Bhavusaheb Pawar faculty, Agriculture Research Station Badnapur done her B.Sc Agriculture from college of Agriculture badnapur during year (2001-2005), M.Sc Agriculture in Agriculture Botany from College of Agriculture badnapur during year (2005 2007) and Doctor of Philosophy in Agriculture Botany (Plant Physiology ) in year 2014 from mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri having vast experience in faculty of agriculture in teaching scenes from 13 years and research she also published many reputed publications in more than 10 journals and Agriculture magazines. She is also member of different plant science related society. She also awarded by Scientist A
Santanu Nandi, born on 3rd February,1997, Rajballav,pingla, in the district of Paschim Medinipur, W.B,India. Now he is pursuing phd in the discipline of Genetics and Plant Breeding from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya,W.B with University Research Scolarship. He is also an alumnus of Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya.He also worked as a JRF from BCKV funded by DSTBT,WB. He has about 17 years work experience from Horticultural Nursery( Nandi Nursery,Pingla and other).He did his seceondary and higher secondary from Pingla Krishna Kamini Institution. He has qualified in the written exam of Assistant Director Of Agriculture (WB),preliminary Screening test for the post of Horticulturist (IIT Bhubaneswar) and in UPSC- Central Institute Of Horticulture (Nagaland) senior Farm manager shortlisted.He has attended may workship from reputed institute like BCKV, UBKV, IISER KOLKATA, IARI etc.He has published many paper and Book Chapter.His Discipline is Genetics and plant Breeding but he has also passion with Horticulture as he grow up with this culture.
Mouli Paul is presently pursuing Masters of Science in Genetics and Plant Breeding from Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute, Narendrapur Campus, West Bengal, India. She has completed different online courses from Agmoocs and NPTEL during Bachelor Of Science in Agriculture. She scored 288 in CUET PG 2023,144 in UGC NET EVS in December 2023 and cleared GATE XL exam in February,2023. She has participated different initiative of reputed institute like NRRI, Different IITs. She achieved Elite certificates in every courses. She has published various research articles. She has participated in different online webinars organised by different eminent institutes. She has worked with KRISHIVAN Research Centre for production of Button mushroom, Oyster mushroom and Ganoderma mushroom. She has submitted Business Idea on Vermicompost for "Social Entrepreneurship, Swachhatha and Rural Engagement Cell" Cluster Level Competitions for Higher Educational Institutions in Association with Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education on February 2021.
Upasana Mohanty, Scholar, College of Agriculture, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidhyalaya, Raipur completed her B.Sc. (Ag) in 2022 and Masters in Genetics and Plant breeding in 2024 from same university. She is University topper in Masters in Genetics and Plant Breeding in IGKV campus. She has completed her thesis in Safflower heterosis breeding.