Plant Breeding and Genetics

Introduction 

Plant breeding refers to the science of modification or alteration of plant traits in order to produce desired characteristics. As a matter of fact, plant breeding can be accomplished through different techniques ranging from selective plant breeding to complex molecular techniques. Moreover, plant breeding is commonly practiced by gardeners and farmers, as well as by plant breeders who are being employed by organizations such as crop-specific industries, universities, government institutions, and research centers.

What is covered in Plant Breeding and Genetics?

• Analyze data and information, as well as identify the underlying principles or facts by breaking down the acquired data or information into various parts. 
• Set up, maintain and operate the laboratories for botanical research and breeding. 
• Conduct genetic research of plant breeding alongside collect all samples and specimens. 
• Use plant specimens for examining and experimental purposes along with preparing reports using the information from all relevant sources. 

Knowledge Required

• Adequate biological knowledge of plants and animal organisms, their functions, interdependencies, and interactions with the environment and other organisms. 
• Right knowledge of the English Language and mathematics. 
• Proper understanding of various principles and procedures for training design and curriculum. 
• Basic knowledge of the chemical structures, composition, as well as properties of various chemical substances. 
• General understanding of using various scientific rules and methods for solving different problems. 

Skills Required

• Reading Comprehension – The right skill to understand written sentences and paragraphs in various work-related documents. 
• Science – The ability to use different scientific methods and rules for solving different problems. 
• Complex Problem Solving – The ability to determine complex problems and review the related information in order to evaluate and develop solutions. 
• Active Learning – The capability to understand the implications of new data or information for problem-solving and decision making.  

Personality Traits 

• Initiative 
• Integrity 
• Effortful
• Critical Thinker
• Dependability 

Table 

Scope/Career Options

• Agriculture industry 
• Biotech industry 
• Genetic Engineering industry 
• Educational institutes

Universities 

• Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Pune,http://www.mpkv.ac.in/
• Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad (http://www.angrau.ac.in/)
• Indira Gandhi Agricultural University (http://igau.edu.in/)
• Junagadh Agricultural University (http://www.jau.in/)

Exams - Timeline - Links

• JEE Main (Paper 1)-April-http://jeemain.nic.in/webinfo/Public/Home.aspx
• GUJCET-May-http://www.gseb.org
• CG PAT-May-http://cgvyapam.choice.gov.in 
• EAMCET-APRIL-http://www.apeamcet.org

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