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The biotechnology of turmeric: The chapter would specifically deal with tissue culture, callus induction, in vitro screening, exchange of turmeric germplasm, and in vitro conservation. There would also be a discussion on cryopreservation. Additionally, there would be a discussion on molecular markers, checking adulteration and purity assessment.

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Nair, K.P. (2019). The Biotechnology of Turmeric. In: Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) and Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) - World's Invaluable Medicinal Spices. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-29189-1_5

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