Question

Who is the father of seed technology?

Answer 1

Part of an embryonic plant which is covered with outer layer covering is known as seed. In angiosperms, during the process of reproduction, the seed is formed. They have ripened ovules after fertilization. They are very important in the development of reproduction in gymnosperms and in angiosperms.

Complete answer:
Part of an embryonic plant that is covered with the outer layer covering is known as seed. In angiosperms, during the process of reproduction, the seed is formed. They have ripened ovules after fertilization.

The science dealing with the improvement of physical and genetic characteristics of seeds is called seed technology. Total agriculture depends on the quality of seeds. So to have good agriculture in our country we need good quality seeds and seed technology takes care of this only.

The aims and objectives of seed technology are:
- To increase agricultural production by providing high-quality seeds,
- To supply high yielding varieties of plants, varieties with no resistance,
- Rapid multiplication of desired seeds,
- Supply seeds at a reasonable price,
- Supply seeds before the sowing season.

The Father of seed technology is Dr Badrinarayan Barwale. He started with okra seeds to increase yield in the state of Maharashtra. Later on, he started making efficient seeds and sold them to local farmers at reasonable prices. In the year 1998, he received the world food prize.

Note: Part of an embryonic plant which is covered with outer layer covering is known as seed. In angiosperms, during the process of reproduction the seed is formed.The science dealing with the improvement of physical and genetic characteristics of seed is called seed technology.Dr. Badrinarayan Barwale is father of seed technology.