Wheat

Focusing on the challenges faced by wheat cultivation, this book examines the significant impact of pests and diseases, particularly rusts and smuts, on crop yield. It highlights the major breeding objectives, including improving grain yield, disease resistance, and nutritional value. Traditional breeding methods, while historically effective, are now insufficient to meet global demand. The text emphasizes the need for increased genetic variability and cautions against the loss of native germplasm due to the introduction of exotic genetic stocks.