The main advantages of micro propagation are:
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It is a large scale production of the micro propagules within a small space.
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There is no time lag since no need of waiting for the reproductive cycle to complete.
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A very small explant is only required to regenerate the entire plant.
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They are easy for distribution or for introduction as these micro propagules can be packed and transported internationally.
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The germplasm conservation is also possible.
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Since it is a laboratory process propagules can be produced throughout the year.
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Certain dioecious plant requires more number of plants of particular sex which can be easily produced by the micro propagation.
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The disease and pathogen free plants can be raised.
