Genetic And Mechanical Basis Of Seed Vigour - 1405 Words

Elucidating the Genetic and Mechanical Basis of Seed Vigour A Research Proposal presented by [Full name] To The [name of the department] In partial fulfilment of the requirements For the degree of ___________ In the subject of [Subject] University ________ [Month and year of the submission of the completed proposal to the department, division, or committee] TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.1 Introduction 3 1.2 Research Objectives and Research Questions 3 1.2.1 Aims and Objectives 3 1.2.2 Relevant Questions 3 1.3 Rationale 3 1.4 Literature Review 4 1.4.1 Significance of Seed Vigour 4 1.4.2 Impacts and Influence 4 1.4.3 Cell wall and CWREs 4 1.4.4 Seed Vigour Concept 5 1.5 Methodology 5 1.5.1 Research Design 5 1.5.2 Research Approaches 5†¦show more content†¦Low germination rates reduce crop density, which results in indirect yield loss. Late emergence can result in poor plant performance and a direct yield loss [4], because roots are inadequately established and have less access to water and nutrients during later stages of vegetative and reproductive growth. Our knowledge of the regulation of seed germination has developed greatly in recent times, yet understanding of the genetic and mechanical basis for seed vigour differences is limited. By enhancing the seedling vigour trait, the agricultural industry might attain a remarkable advancement and increment in plant development. Seed vigour contributes directly to the economic success of commercial crops (Finch-Savage, 1995) and seed companies therefore need to have the means to obtain a reliable estimate of seed vigour in order to be able to supply growers with seed lots of high vigour.This will increase the margin of profit by r educing cost of production and increasing productivity. Thus, seed vigour, if enhanced, will result in substantial savings. Keeping in view the above information, this paper will be beneficial in determining the genetic and mechanical basis of seed vigour. 1.2 Research Objectives and Research Questions 1.2.1 Aims and Objectives