• Dr.Ch.Bhaskara Rao

Self-reproduction in plants, which includes mechanisms such as self-pollination, self-fertilization, and vegetative propagation, represents a fundamental biological strategy with significant implications for agriculture. By enabling reproductive assurance in environments where pollinators or cross-pollination opportunities are limited, self-reproduction ensures continuity of seed set, yield stability, and uniformity of plant populations. These traits are particularly advantageous in modern agriculture, where uniformity is often desirable for mechanized farming and large-scale production. Moreover, self-reproductive mechanisms reduce dependence on external pollination services, thereby lowering the risks associated with declining pollinator populations. However, reliance on self-reproduction also carries limitations. Reduced genetic diversity arising from repeated selfing may lead to inbreeding depression, decreased adaptability, and heightened vulnerability to pests, diseases, and environmental stresses. Over time, this genetic uniformity can compromise the resilience and sustainability of crop systems. From a plant breeding perspective, self-reproduction can be both a challenge and an opportunity: while it restricts the scope of natural genetic recombination, it provides a stable foundation for developing pure lines and hybrids with predictable traits. This review highlights the dual roles of self-reproduction in plant harvest, examining both its agronomic benefits and evolutionary trade-offs. Advances in molecular biology, biotechnology, and genome editing present opportunities to overcome the limitations of self-reproductive systems by introducing genetic variation and enhancing stress tolerance. Understanding and strategically managing self-reproduction will be pivotal for achieving sustainable agriculture, improving crop performance, and ensuring global food security in the face of climate change.

Self-reproduction, self-pollination, genetic diversity, crop improvement, food security, vegetative propagation, sustainable agriculture

"INFLUENCE OF SELF-REPRODUCTION ON PLANT GROWTH AND HARVEST", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no.l656-l663, May-2022, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2205C92.pdf

"INFLUENCE OF SELF-REPRODUCTION ON PLANT GROWTH AND HARVEST", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no. ppl656-l663, May-2022, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2205C92.pdf