The following points highlight the two methods used for extraction of plant genomic DNA. The methods are: 1. CTAB Method 2. Potassium Acetate Method. 1. CTAB Method: Plant genomic DNA is required mainly for mapping and isolation of genes for genetic engineering. If the protocol is good, pure and intact DNA can be obtained. The […]
Extraction of Plant Genomic DNA | Molecular Biology
Disease Resistance in Plants (5 Techniques) | Biotechnology
The following points highlight the five genetic engineering techniques for disease resistance. Some of the techniques are: 1. Developing Virus Resistance Food Crops 2. Developing Fungi Resistance Food Crops 3. Developing Bacteria Resistance Food Crops 4. Developing Insects Resistance Food Crops 5. Developing Nematode Resistance Food Crops 6. Improving Field-Crop Production and Soil Management and […]
In Vitro Regeneration of Plants: 4 Techniques | Biotechnology
The following points highlight the four main techniques adopted for in vitro regeneration of plants. The techniques are: 1. Micro-Propagation Technique 2. Embryo Culture Technique 3. Gene Transfer Techniques 4. In vitro Techniques. 1. Micro-Propagation Technique: Micro propagation has been defined as ‘in vitro regeneration of plants from organs, tissues, cells or protoplasts’ and ‘the […]