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Review on How Genetic Innovations Revolutionizing Seed Quality Production

Arun Kumar, R. P. Srivastava, Shakshi, Mukesh Kumar Singh, Madhwendra Kumar Pathak

Biotechnology Journal International · pp. 8–15 · Published 26 Aug 2024

10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5736

Abstract

The process of genetic engineering modifies the genes regulating various attributes of seed quality by fabricating or redesigning some of the DNA sequences within an organism which affects germination, growth, and storage performance. Providing molecular dissection as a tool for exploiting the genetic blueprint towards the crop improvement strategy as well as improved seed yield or quality is an example showing how important it is to understand these things technically. Techniques like CRISPR and prime editing that have potential to position-specific changes in DNA sequences that helped to improve different traits such as stress resistance, productivity, nutritional value etc. Applications of transgenic approaches for boosting mineral content in certain crops different methods used to deal with micronutrient for malnutrition in developing countries. Development of good quality seeds resistant to environmental conditions are very important for agricultural sustainability under climate change. It ensures crop adaptation, food security and multiplication that must be promoted in future. The regulatory framework rightly requires safety assessments adapted to genetically modified (GM) foodstuffs which not only leads to satisfied public regarding health issues but also ethical standards concerning genetic engineering are upheld. The outcome is that by adhesion to professional ethics and strict safety measures, biotechnology possessing such qualities has been able to make revolutionary contribution into development fostered by stable agriculture system.

Genetic engineering seed quality precision editing and biofortification

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