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Biotechnology in the past decade has become a burgeoning industry worldwide, and with its profound impact on healthcare, agriculture, energy and environmental management, has the potential of addressing health, agricultural and environmental concerns in developing countries. In the light of new knowledge in the field and its potential impacts in science, 'plant biotechnology' has been  written to give a comprehensive idea of the selected areas of plant biotechnology. In accordance with the advancing frontiers of the issue, the book covers a vast area of methodologies and technologies ranging from the conventional to the more innovative tools to improve plant breeding and production. Blending the principles and practices of contemporary plant biotechnology, and aided with graphs, figures and illustrations; faculty, students and professionals in the field of plant sciences would find this reference invaluable.