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Seed Production Techniques

Seed production techniques involve selecting healthy, high-quality parent plants to produce seeds with desired traits. The process includes flowering, pollination (sometimes manual or assisted), and seed harvesting at the right maturity stage. Post-harvest, seeds are cleaned, tested for viability, and stored under optimal conditions to maintain quality. Techniques vary based on plant species, focusing on ensuring genetic purity, high germination rates, and uniformity, which are essential for successful crop production or landscape planting. Proper seed production ensures reliable, vigorous plants for future growth.