Principles of Quantitative and Biometrical Genetics

This advanced textbook explains the fundamental principles of quantitative and biometrical genetics with special reference to plant breeding applications. It covers variance components, heritability, selection methods, gene action, diallel analysis, path coefficient analysis, and modern statistical tools used in crop improvement programs. The authors include postgraduate and doctoral researchers with strong backgrounds in genetics and plant breeding from premier institutes. The book bridges theoretical concepts with practical breeding applications and data analysis techniques, making it highly useful for M.Sc. and Ph.D. students, plant breeders, and researchers working on quantitative trait improvement and molecular breeding.