Managing plant genetic diversity. Proceedings of an international conference, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 12-16 June 2000

These proceedings covers topics on managing plant genetic diversity i.e. applications of genomic sciences for better understanding of gene pools; technologies and strategies for ex situ conservation; the deployment and management of genetic diversity in agroecosystems; the role of bioinformatics in conservation and use; in situ conservation of wild species; indicators for sustainable management of genetic resources; germplasm enhancement and pre-breeding; exploring underused species - diverse options; implications of gene transformation techniques for ex situ conservation choices; geographic information system applications for genetic resources management; and the economics of managing genetic resources and the role of private and public sectors. Chapter: 1 (Page no: 1) The history of ex situ conservation and use of plant genetic resources. Author(s): Scarascia-Mugnozza, G. T. Perrino, P. Chapter: 2 (Page no: 23) The past, present and future contributions of farmers to the conservation and development of genetic diversity. Author(s): Swaminathan, M. S. Chapter: 3 (Page no: 33) The impact of gene technologies on the use of genetic resources. Author(s): Peacock, J. Chaudhury, A. Chapter: 4 (Page no: 43) The new genetic era: will it help us in managing genetic diversity? Author(s): Karp, A. Chapter: 5 (Page no: 57) DNA polymorphisms in accessions of Nephelium lappaceum L. Author(s): Chew, P. C. Clyde, M. M. Normah, M. N. Salma, I. Chapter: 6 (Page no: 61) Molecular analysis of phylogenetic relationships among coconut accessions. Author(s): Upadhyay, A. Jose, J. Manimekalai, R. Parthasarathy, V. A. Chapter: 7 (Page no: 67) Molecular characterization of Gossypium germplasm for cotton improvement. Author(s): Kohel, R. J. Yu, J. Chapter: 8 (Page no: 77) Molecular analysis of the origin and domestication of Theobroma cacao L. Author(s): Motamayor, J. C. Lanaud, C. Chapter: 9 (Page no: 89) Technologies and strategies for ex situ conservation. Author(s): Engelmann, F. Engels, J. M. M. Chapter: 10 (Page no: 105) The establishment of a regional germplasm centre in the Pacific Island region. Author(s): Taylor, M. Chapter: 11 (Page no: 113) Accession management strategies: splitting and lumping. Author(s): Hintum, T. J. L. van Hamilton, N. R. S. Engels, J. M. M. Treuren, R. van Chapter: 12 (Page no: 121) The deployment and management of genetic diversity in agroecosystems. Author(s): Sastrapradja, S. D. Balakhrishna, P. Chapter: 13 (Page no: 133) Combining static and dynamic management of PGR: a case study of Beta genetic resources. Author(s): Frese, L. Chapter: 14 (Page no: 149) Rice, farmers and gene banks: a case study in the Cagayan Valley, Philippines. Author(s): Pham, J. L. Morin, S. R. Sebastian, L. S. Abrigo, G. A. Calibo, M. A. Quilloy, S. M. Hipolito, L. Jackson, M. T. Chapter: 15 (Page no: 161) A study on the on-farm maintenance of farmers' varieties of sorghum in Malawi. Author(s): Chiwona, E. A. Chapter: 16 (Page no: 171) The role of bioinformatics in germplasm conservation and use. Author(s): Sobral, B. W. S. Chapter: 17 (Page no: 179) Distributed databases retrieval systems in Germany as a national approach in an international context. Author(s): Harrer, S. Begemann, F. Krause, J. D. J. Roscher, S. Chapter: 18 (Page no: 185) The potential role of passport data in the conservation and use of plant genetic resources. Author(s): Hazekamp, T. Chapter: 19 (Page no: 195) In situ conservation of wild species related to crop plants: the case of Turkey. Author(s): Tan, A. Tan, A. S. Chapter: 20 (Page no: 205) Metapopulation dynamics of Lima bean (Phaseolus lunatus L.) in the Central Valley of Costa Rica. Author(s): Rocha, O. J. Degreef, J. Barrantes, D. Castro, E. Macaya, G. Guarino, L. Chapter: 21 (Page no: 217) Inventories for in situ conservation of broadleaved forest genetic resources in South-eastern Europe. Author(s): Blada, I. Alexandrov, A. H. Postolache, G. Turok, J. Donita, N. Chapter: 22 (Page no: 229) Forest genebanks: a new approach to conserving forest tree genetic resources. Author(s): Shaanker, R. U. Ganeshaiah, K. N. Rao, M. N. Ravikanth, G. Chapter: 23 (Page no: 237) Human impacts on the Coffea arabica genepool in Ethiopia and the need for its in situ conservation. Author(s): Gole, T. W. Denich, M. Teketay, D. Vlek, P. L. G. Chapter: 24 (Page no: 249) Indicators for sustainable management of plant genetic resources: how well are we doing? Author(s): Brown, A. H. D. Brubaker, C. L. Chapter: 25 (Page no: 263) Decision-making strategies for conservation and use of forest genetic resources. Author(s): Koshy, M. P. Namkoong, G. Kageyama, P. Stella, A. Gandara, F. Amaral, W. A. N. do Chapter: 26 (Page no: 275) Germplasm enhancement to sustain genetic gains in crop improvement. Author(s): Ortiz, R. Chapter: 27 (Page no: 291) Genetic base broadening in autogamous crops: Lycopersicon esculentum Mill. as a model. Author(s): Saavedra, G. Spoor, W. Chapter: 28 (Page no: 301) An enhancement strategy for rice germplasm: DNA marker-assisted identification of beneficial QTL for resistance to rice blast. Author(s): Okuno, K. Fukuoka, S. Chapter: 29 (Page no: 307) Prebreeding in sugarcane with an emphasis on the programme of the Mauritius Sugar Industry Research Institute. Author(s): Ramdoyal, K. Badaloo, G. H. Chapter: 30 (Page no: 323) Underutilized crops: trends, challenges and opportunities in the 21st century. Author(s): Padulosi, S. Hodgkin, T. Williams, J. T. Haq, N. Chapter: 31 (Page no: 339) An initiative in exploration and management of plant genetic diversity in Saudi Arabia. Author(s): Al-Turki, T. A. Chapter: 32 (Page no: 351) Mushroom breeding and cultivation enhances ex situ conservation of Mediterranean Pleurotus taxa. Author(s): Zervakis, G. Venturella, G. Chapter: 33 (Page no: 359) Conservation and use of underutilized crops: an Indian perspective. Author(s): Joshi, V. Gautam, P. L. Bhag Mal Sharma, G. D. Kochhar, S. Chapter: 34 (Page no: 371) Underutilized edible plants from South Africa: a perspective. Author(s): Jacobs, T. V. Chapter: 35 (Page no: 379) 'Mining the gold': finding allelic variants for improved crop conservation and use. Author(s): Kresovich, S. Luongo, A. J. Schloss, S. J. Chapter: 36 (Page no: 387) Geographic information systems (GIS) and the conservation and use of plant genetic resources. Author(s): Guarino, L. Jarvis, A. Hijmans, R. J. Maxted, N. Chapter: 37 (Page no: 405) Predicting germplasm differentiation using GIS-derived information. Author(s): Greene, S. L. Gritsenko, M. Vandemark, G. Johnson, R. C. Chapter: 38 (Page no: 413) In situ conservation of forest genetic resources at regional level: two complementary programmes using GIS approach. Author(s): Ganeshaiah, K. N. Shaanker, R. U. Barve, N. Kiran, M. C. Bawa, K. S. Rao, V. R. Chapter: 39 (Page no: 425) Managing plant genetic resources and the role of private and public sectors: oil palm as a model. Author(s): Rajanaidu, N. Rao, V. R. Chapter: 40 (Page no: 437) The community-based conservation and management of genetic diversity in agroecosystems: the role and function of law. Author(s): Biber-Klemm, S. Chapter: 41 (Page no: 455) Evaluating the benefits of conserved crop germplasm in PNG. Author(s): Milne, M. Godden, D. Kennedy, J. Kambuou, R. Chapter: 42 (Page no: 469) People, plants and DNA: perspectives on the scientific and technical aspects of conserving and using plant genetic resources. Author(s): Hodgkin, T. Rao, V. R.

This book contains edited and revised papers from a conference on 'Science and Technology for Managing Plant Genetic Diversity in the 21st Century' held in Malaysia in June 2000, organized by the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI). It includes three keynote papers and some 40 additional ones, covering ten themes. The major scientific challenges to developing a global vision for the next century are identified and key research objectives are discussed.

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Over 40 chapters written by a truly international group of researchers and scientists address a broad range of topics including technologies for conservation, deploying and managing genetic diversity in agro-ecosystems, conservation of wild species, exploring underused species, application of genomic sciences, bioinformatics, and economic and policy knowledge. Contributions largely consist of papers presented at the conference Science and Technology for Managing Plant Genetic Diversity in the 21st Century, held in Malaysia in June 2000. Of likely interest to those working and researching in the fields of plant genetics, breeding, biotechnology, and biodiversity. Unusually small font may present a challenge for some readers. Distributed by Oxford U. Press. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

This Book Contains Edited And Revised Papers From A Conference On 'science And Technology For Managing Plant Genetic Diversity In The 21st Century' Held In Malaysia In June 2000, Organised By The International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (ipgri). It Includes Keynote Papers And Some 40 Additional Ones, Covering Ten Themes.the Major Scientific Challenges To Developing A Global Vision For The Next Century Are Identified And Key Research Objectives Are Also Discussed. Information on the history of plant genetic resources conservation and use can be found in several reports, catalogues and newsletters published by different institutions (Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Board for Plant Genetic Resources (IBPGR), International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI), Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CIGAR) and others). This text contains edited and revised papers from a conference on ''Science and Technology for Managing Plant Genetic Diversity in the 21st Century'' held in Malaysia in June 2000, organised by the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI)