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Technological Advances in Agronomic Practices of Seed Processing, Storage, and Pest Management: An Update

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The seed is a rudimentary embryonic form of a plant present in a capsulated form that has an ability to grow up into a mature plant. Also the seed is the basic unit of production in agriculture, and therefore, seed health is an important factor in agriculture. Moreover, seeds with superior potency make contributions almost to 30% of the excessive harvest. However, factors such as seed characteristics, pests, microbial contamination, geographical locations, moisture, temperature, and storage have a direct influence on seed viability, germinations, and quality. Therefore, it is important to monitor the series of the process starting from seed collection to seed testing and storage. In the absence of high-quality seeds, farmers continue to use their own seeds. Ideally, this retained produce cannot be substituted for high-quality seeds because it lacks genetic vigour and has poor germination. Thus, the availability of certified seeds of right varieties has become crucial. In this chapter, we elaborate about current agronomic practices, technological advancements in seed processing, treatment, qualitative parameters necessary for a healthy seed, seed storage practices, and testing parameters for certified seeds.

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Sudhakar, N., Karthikeyan, G., RajhaViknesh, M., Saranya, A.S., Shurya, R. (2020). Technological Advances in Agronomic Practices of Seed Processing, Storage, and Pest Management: An Update. In: Tiwari, A.K. (eds) Advances in Seed Production and Management. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4198-8_17

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