Springer - The Mungbean Genome (Compendium of Plant Genomes)

Explore the comprehensive scientific study of Mungbean (Vigna radiata) in The Mungbean Genome. This volume from the Compendium of Plant Genomes series provides an in-depth look at the current global status of this essential food and cash crop. As a vital component of rice-based farming systems in South and Southeast Asia, mungbean, also known as green gram, plays a major role in global agriculture due to its short duration and low input requirements. This book is a valuable resource for understanding how mungbean serves as an ideal rotation crop for smallholder farmers. It details the various mungbean collections maintained by international organizations and examines their utilization in agricultural research. Readers will find detailed information regarding the adaptation of mungbean to new environments, making it an essential text for those studying biotechnology and plant sciences. Whether you are researching crop management or genomic studies, this Springer publication offers a clear overview of the economic importance and biological characteristics of this high-demand crop.