Biotechnology and Agriculture Maintenance

Objectives:

• Understand the principles and applications of biotechnology in agriculture.
• Explore the role of biotechnology in enhancing agricultural productivity.
• Learn about the maintenance of agricultural biotechnological systems.
• Examine current trends and challenges in biotechnology and agriculture.

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Introduction to Biotechnology in Agriculture

• Definition and overview of biotechnology in agriculture.
• Types of biotechnology: Genetic engineering, tissue culture, molecular markers, etc.
• Applications in crop improvement, pest management, and disease resistance.
• Benefits of biotechnology in agriculture: Increased yield, pest resistance, drought tolerance.
• Ethical and regulatory considerations in agricultural biotechnology.

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Biotechnological Tools for Agricultural Maintenance

• Genetic modification techniques for plants and animals.
• The role of CRISPR and gene editing in agricultural biotechnology.
• Use of tissue culture for plant propagation and cloning.
• Biopesticides and biofertilizers: Enhancing soil health and pest management.
• Biotechnology in animal breeding and disease control.

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Sustainability and Maintenance of Biotechnological Systems

• Principles of sustainable agriculture in biotechnology.
• Maintaining biodiversity while using biotechnological advancements.
• Soil health management: Role of biotechnology in improving soil quality.
• Water management in biotechnological agriculture.
• Managing pest resistance and crop failures in biotechnological systems.

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Future Trends and Challenges in Agricultural Biotechnology

• Advances in biotechnology: Precision farming, nanotechnology, and synthetic biology.
• Climate change and biotechnology: Solutions for changing agricultural landscapes.
• Regulatory frameworks and challenges in adopting biotechnology globally.
• Public perception and the role of biotechnology in food security.
• Future research directions and innovations in agricultural biotechnology.

DATE:

1ST BATCH: 2nd – 4th Apr,                            2025    

2ND BATCH: 15th – 18th July,                      2025

3RD BATCH: 11th – 14th Nov,                      2025