Dr. Rishikesh Upadhyay’s Stress in Plants: The Hidden Half is an essential read for anyone interested in the complex mechanisms of plant biology and the ongoing struggle for agricultural sustainability in an era of climate change. The book delves deeply into the multifaceted challenges plants face due to environmental stresses and the implications these have on global food security.

The book provides a thorough examination of how stress affects plant metabolism, growth, and development, placing particular emphasis on the need to understand these processes in order to improve agricultural productivity.

Dr. Upadhyay does an excellent job of linking the physiological, biochemical, and molecular reactions of plants under stress to their overall ability to adapt to adverse conditions.

One of the key strengths of this work is its interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Upadhyay integrates concepts from plant physiology, ecology, and molecular biology, making the book accessible and relevant not only to plant scientists and agricultural professionals but also to policymakers and students.

The book paints a vivid picture of the threats to crop productivity posed by climate change, illustrating that plant stress is an issue that cannot be overlooked if we are to meet the food demands of an ever-growing global population.

What stands out about Stress in Plants is the actionable knowledge it offers. Readers will find the content immensely helpful in building strategies to mitigate the negative effects of plant stress, enabling sustainable crop and agricultural production. Whether you’re a seasoned scientist or someone new to plant sciences, the book’s clarity and depth of information provide invaluable insights.

Stress in Plants: The Hidden Half is a must-read for those seeking to understand the crucial role plant stress plays in agriculture and global food security. Dr. Upadhyay’s extensive research and approachable writing style make this book a vital resource for anyone looking to contribute to sustainable agriculture in the face of climate change.

Publisher – Cambridge Scholarly Publishing, United Kingdom

Publication Date – 6th December 2023

Page Count – 282 Pages

Price (Amazon) – Hardback: USD 84.85, Paperback: USD 43.58

Purchase Link – https://www.amazon.com/dp/1527556034

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Dr. Rishikesh Upadhyay was born, grew up and lives in Bhanjang Basti, Haflong, a small Nepalis’ hamlet in the district headquarter of NC Hills (now Dima Hasao), India. He is an Indian writer and professor, best known for his writings and teaching. He writes articles, nonfiction titles, scientific articles, book chapters, poems, children’s, short stories, etc. He holds a BSc Hons from Haflong government college, an MSc, MPhil and a PhD from Assam University, Silchar. He has spent the past decade working and teaching in higher educational institutions. His works have appeared, quoted and cited in several international journals and books of repute. Dr. Upadhyay is currently a professor (assistant) at Assam University affiliated, Haflong Government College, India. You can find him online at Google Scholar and Linkedin.