{"title":"George Acquaah","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorge Acquaah\u003c\/strong\u003e specialises in authoritative works within the field of \u003cem\u003eplant genetics and breeding\u003c\/em\u003e. His writings offer insightful exploration of scientific principles that underpin modern agricultural practices, bridging complex theory with practical application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect detailed analyses of genetic techniques alongside discussions on crop improvement strategies, making his books valuable resources for students, researchers, and professionals interested in the biological sciences and sustainable farming.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"principles-of-plant-genetics-and-breeding-by-george-acquaah-9780470664759","title":"Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo respond to the increasing need to feed the world's population as well as an ever greater demand for a balanced and healthy diet, there is a continuing need to produce improved new cultivars or varieties of plants, particularly crop plants. The strategies used to produce these are increasingly based on our knowledge of relevant science, particularly genetics, but involve a multidisciplinary understanding that optimises the approaches taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Plant Genetics and Breeding, 2\u003csup\u003end\u003c\/sup\u003e Edition\u003c\/i\u003e introduces both classical and molecular tools for plant breeding. Topics such as biotechnology in plant breeding, intellectual property, risks, emerging concepts (decentralised breeding, organic breeding), and more are addressed in the new, updated edition of this text. Industry highlight boxes are included throughout the text to contextualise the information given through the professional experiences of plant breeders. The final chapters provide a useful reference on breeding the largest and most common crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUp-to-date edition of this bestselling book incorporating the most recent technologies in the field\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCombines both theory and practice in modern plant breeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUpdated industry highlights help to illustrate the concepts outlined in the text\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSelf-assessment questions at the end of each chapter aid student learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAccompanying website with artwork from the book available to instructors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461309972716,"sku":"9780470664759","price":130.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780470664759-principles-of-plant-genetics-and-breeding.jpg?v=1774964375"},{"product_id":"principles-of-plant-genetics-and-breeding-by-george-acquaah-9781119626329","title":"Principles of Plant Genetics and Breeding","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe revised edition of the bestselling textbook, covering both classical and molecular plant breeding\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Plant Genetics and Breeding\u003c\/i\u003e integrates theory and practice to provide an insightful examination of the fundamental principles and advanced techniques of modern plant breeding. Combining both classical and molecular tools, this comprehensive textbook describes the multidisciplinary strategies used to produce new varieties of crops and plants, particularly in response to the increasing demands of growing populations. Illustrated chapters cover a wide range of topics, including plant reproductive systems, germplasm for breeding, molecular breeding, the common objectives of plant breeders, marketing and societal issues, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow in its third edition, this essential textbook contains extensively revised content that reflects recent advances and current practices. Substantial updates have been made to its molecular genetics and breeding sections, including discussions of new breeding techniques such as zinc finger nuclease, oligonucleotide directed mutagenesis, RNA-dependent DNA methylation, reverse breeding, genome editing, and others. A new table enables efficient comparison of an expanded list of molecular markers, including Allozyme, RFLPs, RAPD, SSR, ISSR, DAMD, AFLP, SNPs, and ESTs. Also, new and updated “Industry Highlights” sections provide examples of the practical application of plant breeding methods to real-world problems. This new edition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOrganizes topics to reflect the stages of an actual breeding project\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncorporates the most recent technologies in the field, such as CRSPR genome edition and grafting on GM stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes numerous illustrations and end-of-chapter self-assessment questions, key references, suggested readings, and links to relevant websites\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures a companion website containing additional artwork and instructor resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003ePrinciples of Plant Genetics and Breeding\u003c\/i\u003e offers researchers and professionals an invaluable resource and remains the ideal textbook for advanced undergraduates and graduates in plant science, particularly those studying plant breeding, biotechnology, and genetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47603090718956,"sku":"9781119626329","price":193.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781119626329-principles-of-plant-genetics-and-breeding.jpg?v=1778055208"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/george-acquaah.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}