Seed Science and Technology

The students taking this course will given advanced knowledge in concept of seed production and supply, and seed quality, with emphasis on physiological seed quality (i.e. viability, germination and vigour). The areas to be covered include: Seed quality in respect to seed production and supply systems, to other services; Variety testing, registration, approval and protection; Viability and germination; Enhancement of seed germination for agricultural or industrial purposes; Environmental effects on seed quality