Presenting the latest findings in the area of seed physiology research as well as the practical applications of that knowledge in the field, The Handbook of Seed Physiology provides a comprehensive view of seed biology and its role in crop performance.

The latest findings in seed physiology--discussed as they relate to agricultural problems
Presenting the latest findings in the area of seed physiology as well as the practical applications of that knowledge in the field, the Handbook of Seed Physiology: Applications to Agriculture provides a comprehensive view of seed biology and its role in crop performance. Key topics include seed germination, crop emergence, crop establishment, dormancy, preharvest sprouting, plant hormones, abscisic and giberellic acids, weeds, grain quality, oil crops, and malting quality. Abundant case studies...