Trees II

The book explores the crucial role of trees in providing fuel, fodder, and bioenergy, emphasizing the need for fast-growing, multipurpose species for afforestation and social forestry. It discusses innovative methods for clonal mass propagation and genetic engineering to produce high-yield, pest-resistant trees. Recent advancements in horticultural and forest biotechnology, such as somatic hybridization and Agrobacterium-mediated transformation, are highlighted. The text includes 31 chapters on a variety of fruit, forest, nut, and ornamental trees, showcasing their significance and potential.