Agricultural Production

Introduction

• Agricultural production is crucial for ensuring a stable food supply for humans.

Key Plant Crops

• The majority of our food comes from a select group of plant crops, including cereals, potatoes, roots, and legumes.

Breeding for Improvement

• Breeders play a critical role in enhancing agricultural production.
• They work to develop crops with specific desirable traits.

Desired Characteristics

• Breeders aim to create crops with traits such as:
  • Higher nutritional value
  • Resistance to pests and diseases
  • Adaptation to various environmental conditions
  • Suitable physical characteristics for efficient cultivation and harvest

Role of Photosynthesis

• Photosynthesis is the fundamental process in agricultural production.
• It allows plants to convert sunlight into energy and produce food.