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Challenges facing seed banks and agriculture in relation to seed quality.
Methods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.) - 1 Jan 2011
Rodríguez M Verónica, Toorop Peter E, Benech-Arnold Roberto L
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Seeds form a convenient vehicle for storage of germplasm, both for agricultural purposes and conservation of wild species. When required, seeds can be taken from storage and germinated, and plants can be propagated for the desired purpose, e.g., crop production or biome restoration. However, seed dormancy often interferes with stand establishment or industrial utilization in crops and germination of wild species....
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