Our knowledge of the molecular biology and genetics of peas,
particularly in the fields of storage product biology, genetic mapping,
transformation, plant development and the rhizobium symbiosis, has
increased dramatically in recent years. The pea is also a model plant
for research on a number of topics including starch biosynthesis and
gene regulation by light. This book contains a number of reviews on
progress in various aspects of pea molecular genetics. It places them in
perspective for those concerned with the breeding, agronomy and
exploitation of peas and will also be of value to those working on other
grain legumes. It is also an important volume for research workers and
advanced students in many areas of plant sciences, especially plant
genetics and biotechnology.