Neglected and Underutilized Crops 1st Edition

Neglected and Underutilized Crops, 1st Edition by Muhammad Farooq and Kadambot Siddique offers a timely, authoritative look at the plants quietly shaping future food systems. This engaging volume reframes forgotten species as solutions for resilience—rich in nutrition, adapted to marginal lands, and vital for smallholder livelihoods across Asia, Africa, Latin America, Australia and beyond.

Grounded in rigorous research yet written for practical use, the book explores biological traits, cultivation practices, nutritional profiles, breeding strategies and conservation approaches for a wide range of underused crops. Clear case studies and regional examples connect science to field realities, highlighting how these crops contribute to food security, biodiversity and climate-adaptive agriculture. Readers will find actionable guidance for agronomists, researchers, extension workers, policy makers and progressive farmers seeking sustainable, low-input alternatives.

What sets this 1st Edition apart is its balanced perspective—combining cutting-edge scholarship with on-the-ground insight from global experts. It addresses planting systems, post-harvest handling and market opportunities, making it a practical reference for developing resilient value chains and community-based initiatives. The book also discusses policy frameworks and research priorities needed to mainstream underutilized crops into national and regional strategies.

Whether you are designing research programs, advising rural development projects, or exploring nutritious, climate-resilient crops for local adoption, this title is an indispensable resource. Discover how lesser-known species can diversify production, enhance diets and strengthen livelihoods—one crop at a time.

Order your copy of Neglected and Underutilized Crops (1st Edition) by Muhammad Farooq and Kadambot Siddique and bring practical, science-backed options to your agricultural work today.

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