This book offers an approach to overcoming the challenges of abiotic stress in agriculture. By focusing on the role of plant elicitors, it provides a comprehensive exploration of how these compounds can activate a plant's immune system, leading to increased resistance against stressors such as salt, heavy metals, and temperature fluctuations. The chapters delve into a range of topics, including the cellular and molecular mechanisms modulated by elicitors, the protocols for their application, and their potential to reduce oxidative damage in plants. The book also addresses the critical questions such as the efficacy of plant elicitors in promoting sustainable agriculture. It also provides information on how physical and chemical treatments can activate plant defense systems and the role of elicitors in achieving a healthier, more productive harvest.

Designed for researchers, agricultural professionals, and farmers, this book offers innovative solutions to the challenges of abiotic stress in crops. It provides practical strategies for safeguarding crops and enhancing productivity, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in advancing sustainable agricultural practices.

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Heba I. Mohamed is a professor of plant physiology at Ain Shams University, Egypt. She holds an M.Sc. and PhD in plant physiology from Ain Shams University. Dr. Heba's research interests include biotic and abiotic stress responses, plant biochemistry, eco-friendly stress alleviation compounds, plant secondary metabolites, and genetic differences between genotypes. She has edited 5 books with Springer Nature, published 40+ book chapters, 6+ review articles, and over 120 research articles. Listed among the top 2% of the world's most influential scientists by Stanford University, Dr. Heba continues to contribute significantly to her field.