The global population is projected to reach almost 10 billion by 2050, and food and feed production will need to increase by 70%. Wheat, maize and sorghum are three key cereals which provide nutrition for the majority of the world's population. Their production is affected by various abiotic stresses which cause significant yield losses. The effects of climate change also increase the frequency and severity of such abiotic stresses. Molecular breeding technologies offer real hope for impro...

This comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of maize, one of the world’s most vital cereal crops. The book covers a wide range of topics, including maize genetics and breeding, physiology, crop production, protection, seed production, and value addition. It integrates current knowledge across key domains such as agronomy, pathology, entomology, biotechnology, biochemistry, and farm mechanization, with special emphasis on different maize variants.Unlock the full potenti...