Springer Maize Improvement - Yield and Stress Tolerance Book

Maize stands as one of the most widely grown cereal crops globally, following only wheat and rice in importance. As a staple food for populations in South America and Africa, and a vital resource for animal feed and industrial materials, understanding its production is essential. This book by Springer addresses the complexities of maize cultivation, particularly in major production regions like China. With worldwide production reaching approximately 840 million tons, the need to manage maize belts spanning from 58 degrees north to 40 degrees south is significant. This text examines the challenges faced by growers, including the abiotic and biotic stresses that are common in maize belts across the globe. By focusing on current advances in yield, quality, and stress tolerance under changing climatic scenarios, this resource provides necessary insights for those studying the biological sciences and agricultural physiology. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding how this essential crop can be improved to meet global demands despite environmental pressures.