Enhancing the Efficiency of Nitrogen Utilization in Plants

"Enhancing the Efficiency of Nitrogen Utilization in Plants" examines current research to present an overview of inorganic nitrogen uptake and metabolism in plant life and crop production. This comprehensive resource is divided into sections for quick and easy reference, focusing on physiology and adaptive mechanisms, molecular genetics, and applied aspects. The world's leading experts in agronomy, crop science, and plant physiology analyse the most effective methods and management practices to ensure maximum plant growth and production. "Enhancing the Efficiency of Nitrogen Utilization in Plants" develops links between basic and applied research and practical crop production. This unique book addresses a wide range of topics that relate to nitrogen use efficiency, and to plant and crop responses to applications of nitrogen via fertilizers, including nitrogen acquisition and reduction; crop rotation; molecular approaches, genetics, and markers; balanced fertilization and controlled-release fertilizers; nitrogen decline, supply, and demand; crop breeding; radiation use; nutrient deficiency and toxicity; nitrate induction and signalling; nitrogen transport; and nitrogen use at the leaf and canopy level. "Enhancing the Efficiency of Nitrogen Utilization in Plants" is an invaluable classroom aid for academics working in plant physiology and agronomy, and an essential professional resource for researchers working in plant and crop production.