11.4.3
Objective:
- To standardise protocols for genetic purity testing of vegetable hybrids
- To enhance seed quality through seed priming and identifying the reasons at Biochemical /molecular level
- To isolate, identify and characterize proteins/genes related to seed viability and vigour
- To study the role of seed priming under adverse soil conditions
Date of start of this programme:
1-4-2009
PI:
Dr. K.Bhanuprakash
CO PI:
Dr.H.S.Yogeesha,
Dr.Varalakshmi,
Dr. Hebbar,
Dr. Senthil kumar
Achievements:
- Protocols were developed to enhance seed germination of less viable vegetables seeds through seed priming process
- Identified biochemical and molecular reasons for loss in viability during storage in various horticultural crops
- Standardized protocols for testing genetic purity of Chilli hybrid Arka Meghana