Synopsis This book entitled "Genetic Engineering : A New Hope for Crop Production and Improvement" provides study material for graduate and post graduate students. It represents a compilation of the recent trends offered by this awesome technology. In all there are 9 chapters and each chapter is resonant with the major research issues and sophisticated techniques that enrich the repertoire of this potential science.

The chapters are written by experts in their respective disciplines and review the latest developments. The selected topics are most sought after by both researchers and students. Each chapter provides succinct review on different topics.

Book shall be of great interest for biotechnologists, molecular biologists, breeders, applied biologists. It is a must for teachers and students engaged in teaching and research in plant breeding, crop improvement, plant physiology, biochemistry and other aspects of plant sciences.