Omics Approaches for Tomato Yield and Quality Trait Improvement / edited by Muhammad Waseem, Channapatna S. Prakash, Sajid Faiz, Zhengguo Li.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Waseem, Muhammad, Editor.

S. Prakash, Channapatna., Editor.

Faiz, Sajid., Editor.

Li, Zhengguo, Editor.

Series:

Biomedical and Life Sciences Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Agriculture.

Plant molecular biology.

Plant biotechnology.

Plant physiology.

Plant Molecular Biology.

Plant Biotechnology.

Plant Physiology.

Local Subjects:

Agriculture.

Plant Molecular Biology.

Plant Biotechnology.

Plant Physiology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (XVIII, 410 p. 62 illus., 60 illus. in color.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2025.

Place of Publication:

Singapore : Springer Nature Singapore : Imprint: Springer, 2025.

Summary:

This volume explores the latest advancements and innovative techniques in the field of tomato breeding. The book delves into the cutting-edge research trends and methodologies aimed at enhancing tomato yield and improving its quality traits. It highlights the growing importance of molecular breeding approaches in addressing the challenges faced by the tomato industry. Tomatoes are one of the most widely consumed vegetables globally, and enhancing their yield and quality is of paramount importance for sustainable agriculture. Researchers and breeders are increasingly utilizing advanced molecular tools and techniques to dissect the genetic architecture underlying important traits in tomatoes. This book covers the integration of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, enabling a holistic understanding of the molecular mechanisms governing tomato yield and quality. It explores how these omics-based approaches contribute to the identification of key genes and pathways associated with traits such as yield, flavor, color, texture, nutritional content, and disease resistance. It emphasizes the utilization of molecular markers and marker-assisted selection (MAS) in tomato breeding programs and explores how the identification and deployment of markers linked to desirable traits facilitate the selection of superior genotypes, accelerating the breeding process and improving efficiency. It explores the application of techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9, TALENs, and zinc finger nucleases for precise modification of target genes, leading to enhanced yield, improved quality, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. The book highlights the potential of these molecular tools in creating novel tomato varieties with traits that meet the demands of consumers, markets, and sustainable agriculture. It showcases successful case studies, multidisciplinary collaborations, and global initiatives that contribute to advancing the field and overcoming challenges. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, breeders, and students interested in understanding and implementing molecular breeding strategies for enhancing tomato yield and improving its quality traits.

Contents:

Chapter 1. "OMICS" Applications for Tomato Production

Chapter 2. Molecular Strategies for Confronting Abiotic Stresses Tolerance in Tomato

Chapter 3. Confronting Abiotic Stresses: Molecular Strategies for Improving Tomato Stress Tolerance

Chapter 4. Climate-Proofing Tomatoes: Molecular Strategies for Adapting to Changing Climates

Chapter 5. Nutrigenomics in Tomato: Enhancing Health Benefits through Molecular Breeding

Chapter 6. Unraveling the Transcriptome: Transcriptomics for Understanding Tomato Development and Traits

Chapter 7. Post-Harvest Metabolomics: Prolonging Shelf Life and Quality of Tomatoes

Chapter 8. Insights from Genome Editing into Tomato Germplasm: Current Status and Future Perspective

Chapter 9. CRISPR/Cas9 and Beyond: Genome Editing for Precision Trait Enhancement in Tomatoes

Chapter 10. CRISPR/Cas9 Mediated Genome Editing in Tomato: Trait Improvement and Beyond

Chapter 11. Enhancing Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Tomato: CRISPR-based Interventions

Chapter 12. Sustainability by Design: "OMICS" Applications for Environmentally Friendly Tomato Production

Chapter 13. Marker-Assisted Selection (MAS) Revolutionized: Integrating "OMICS" Data in Tomato Breeding

Chapter 14. Metabolomics for Flavor and Nutrition: Enhancing Tomato Quality through "OMICS"

Chapter 15. Disease Resistance at the Molecular Level: "OMICS"-Based Approaches for Tomato Defense

Chapter 16. Future Horizons: Emerging "OMICS" Technologies and Challenges in Tomato Breeding

Chapter 17. Genomic Selection (GS) Redefined: Exploiting "OMICS" Technologies for Tomato Improvement.

Notes:

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ISBN:

981-9638-90-9

OCLC:

1524425569