Fundamentals of Genetics and Plant Breeding

Fundamentals of Genetics and Plant Breeding provides a comprehensive introduction to the basic principles of genetics and their applications in crop improvement. The book covers Mendelian genetics, gene interaction, chromosome structure, genetic variation, mutation, cytogenetics, and molecular aspects of inheritance. It also explains essential plant breeding methods, including selection, hybridization, mutation breeding, polyploidy breeding, and modern approaches for developing improved crop varieties. With a clear focus on both fundamental concepts and practical applications, the book helps readers understand how genetic principles contribute to higher yield, improved quality, disease resistance, and stress tolerance. It is a useful reference for students, researchers, teachers, and agricultural professionals.