Crop Improvement Strategies in Brassica Species: Applied Science: Volume 1

This edited volume is a cutting-edge resource that explores innovative approaches to enhancing Brassica crops like rapeseed and cabbage. This book encompasses their economic importance, role in the oilseed industry, and their potential in pharmaceuticals. From ancient cultivation practices to modern genetic advancements, biotechnology, and machine learning, it offers a comprehensive view of crop improvement. Key chapters address stress management, cell culture, biofortification, and the role of Brassica crops in climate-smart agriculture, making it an essential guide for researchers, breeders, and agricultural professionals focused on sustainable farming and crop resilience. This is the first book in this two-part volume, covering the latest technological innovations in biotechnology for crop improvement strategies in Brassica species.