Seed Drying, Processing, Storage, and Testing Methods
Summary :Covers seed drying methods (sun drying, forced air drying, heated air drying, moisture equilibrium), seed processing plant layout, cleaning equipment (air-screen cleaner, gravity separator), upgrading machines, seed treatment (fungicides/insecticides), packaging (jute/polythene bags), storage conditions (orthodox/recalcitrant seeds, 8-10% moisture, controlled temperature/humidity), marketing, and seed testing (ISTA standards, germination, purity, vigor tests).