Tissue Culture: A New Era in Vegetable Crop Micro Propagation
V. K. Baria *
Department of Vegetable Science, College of Horticulture, S. D. Agricultural University, Jagudan, 382710, Gujarat, India.
P. B. Goswami
Department of Horticulture, B. A. College of Agriculture, Anand Agricultural University, Anand-388110, Gujarat, India.
N. A. Nadoda
Department of Vegetable Science, College of Horticulture, S. D. Agricultural University, Jagudan, 382710, Gujarat, India.
J. P. Sarvaiya
Department of Vegetable Science, College of Horticulture, S. D. Agricultural University, Jagudan, 382710, Gujarat, India.
P. C. Joshi
Department of Horticulture, C. P. College of Agriculture, S. D. Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar - 385 506, Gujarat, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Plant tissue culture, emerging as a transformative technology, wields significant influence in agriculture by catering to the escalating global demand for plants. Particularly noteworthy are its remarkable advancements within vegetable crops, firmly establishing plant tissue culture as a leading frontier of innovation. Presently, its application holds immense promise and offers a glimpse into the future of agricultural practices. The multifaceted roles of plant tissue culture in vegetable crops encompass augmenting varietal production, safeguarding endangered species, and facilitating the large-scale production of secondary metabolites, plant-based vaccines, and antibodies through cell suspension culture. The effectiveness of plant tissue culture hinges on various factors, including the availability of nutrients, endogenous auxin synthesis, organic compounds, and environmental conditions. Additionally, it tackles the challenge of supplying planting materials for species that cannot be efficiently propagated through traditional seed methods, effectively meeting the ever-growing worldwide agricultural requirements [1]. Primary goal is to assist budding plant biotechnologists and amplify the global influence of the plant tissue culture industry.
Keywords: Plant tissue culture, vegetable crops, secondary metabolites, cell suspension culture