Biotechnological Strategies in Agro Processing

This book addresses the multidisciplinary nature and many fascinating aspects of biotechnological approaches for agroprocessing thus providing stepping stone for progress in this sector as we enter the era of globalization where quality and safety are the key concerns for all the stakeholders. This volume contains 49 chapters covering most of the major aspects of the subject viz. biotech usage for improved productivity, quality traits, rapid clonal propagation & metabolite production; new approaches to substitute farm chemicals in the wake of demand of organic products world over; impact of biotechnology on cereal, dairy, fruit, vegetable, meat & fish processing; fermented agro industrial products as well as safety aspects. The chapters are intended to provide a cross section of accomplishments and envisaged future directions in these areas. The contributions by eminent academicians and professionals from corporate sector in the agri-biotech business for this volume have ensured a good balance between theory and practice. Furthermore, the information provided by experts from financial & IT instructions and technology provides has been included to give a holistic view of the technical aspects and existing support mechanisms to the users of this volume. This compilation is expected to help students, industry, regulators and non-secialist readers get a balanced, up-to-date overview of technical, commercial, regulators and safety aspects of use of biotechnology in agroprocessing.