• Ashim Midya
  • Department of Agriculture, Government of West Bengal, India.
  • Selvakumar Gurunathan
  • M.Sc. (Agri.,), Associate Professor (Genetics and Plant Breeding), SRM College of Agricultural Sciences, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vendhar Nagar, Baburayanpettai, Elapakkam (Post), Chengalpattu (Dt.), Tamil Nadu, India.

Agriculture continues to be the backbone of human civilization, sustaining livelihoods, ensuring food security, and driving economic development across the globe. In recent decades, rapid advancements in science and technology have significantly transformed agricultural practices, enabling higher productivity, improved resilience, and sustainable resource management. The present volume, Advanced Researches in Agricultural Sciences (Volume 2), is a continuation of our effort to compile and disseminate cutting-edge research and innovative approaches in this ever-evolving field.

This book brings together contributions from researchers, academicians, and professionals working in diverse domains of agricultural sciences, including plant breeding, genomics, biotechnology, soil science, crop physiology, agronomy, and environmental sustainability. Each chapter reflects contemporary research trends and addresses critical challenges such as climate change, soil degradation, water scarcity, and the need for sustainable agricultural systems.

The objective of this volume is to provide a comprehensive platform for sharing novel findings, methodologies, and perspectives that can contribute to the advancement of agricultural research and practice. We believe that the integration of traditional knowledge with modern scientific innovations is essential for achieving long-term agricultural sustainability and global food security.