Plant breeding is a vital aspect of modern agriculture, aimed at improving crop yields, disease resistance, and quality. The application of statistical and biometrical techniques in plant breeding has revolutionized the field, enabling breeders to make informed decisions and optimize their breeding programs. In this article, we will discuss the importance of statistical and biometrical techniques in plant breeding, with a focus on the book "Statistical and Biometrical Techniques in Plant Breeding" by Jawahar R. Sharma.
The book is organized into five critical sections that guide the reader through the lifecycle of a breeding experiment: 1. Foundational Statistics and Field Designs Plant breeding is a vital aspect of modern
: Check online library catalogs such as WorldCat, or your university library's catalog. They might have a copy of the book or provide access to it through interlibrary loan. Sharma
Check ICAR’s e-KrishiKosh or the National Digital Library of India , which often host digitized versions of classic Indian agricultural textbooks for academic use. Conclusion They might have a copy of the book