The impact of climate change on seed quality development is an emerging area of concern within agricultural and ecological research. This chapter includes the effects of various climate factors including temperature, rainfall, drought stress, elevated CO2, and other climate change agents on seed quality development, from germination to genetic composition. Elevated temperatures can accelerate seed development but may lead to early maturation, altered biochemical composition, and reduced viability. Variations in rainfall influence soil moisture levels, critical for seed germination, seedling establishment, and seed longevity. Prolonged drought conditions can induce dormancy or result in poor seed set and induce salinity in arid regions affecting overall seed quality. Elevated CO2 levels can enhance photosynthesis and crop growth yet may alter seed biochemical composition, forced maturity, and nutrient contents in the seed. Other climate-related factors, such as increased incidence of extreme weather events and changes in seasonal patterns, further complicate seed development processes. The interplay of these factors can lead to significant modifications in the genetic makeup of the seed. Understanding these complex interactions is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on seed quality, ensuring sustainable agricultural practices and food security in the face of a changing global climate.

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Effect of Climate Change on Seed Quality Development

  • Gajender Yadav,
  • Satender Kumar,
  • Govind Prasad,
  • Manish Yadav,
  • Rajender Kumar Yadav

摘要

The impact of climate change on seed quality development is an emerging area of concern within agricultural and ecological research. This chapter includes the effects of various climate factors including temperature, rainfall, drought stress, elevated CO2, and other climate change agents on seed quality development, from germination to genetic composition. Elevated temperatures can accelerate seed development but may lead to early maturation, altered biochemical composition, and reduced viability. Variations in rainfall influence soil moisture levels, critical for seed germination, seedling establishment, and seed longevity. Prolonged drought conditions can induce dormancy or result in poor seed set and induce salinity in arid regions affecting overall seed quality. Elevated CO2 levels can enhance photosynthesis and crop growth yet may alter seed biochemical composition, forced maturity, and nutrient contents in the seed. Other climate-related factors, such as increased incidence of extreme weather events and changes in seasonal patterns, further complicate seed development processes. The interplay of these factors can lead to significant modifications in the genetic makeup of the seed. Understanding these complex interactions is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change on seed quality, ensuring sustainable agricultural practices and food security in the face of a changing global climate.