Marker-Assisted Plant Breeding
Marker-assisted plant breeding is a modern technique that enhances traditional breeding methods by utilizing molecular markers linked to desirable traits. These markers, often DNA sequences, allow breeders to identify and select plants that carry specific genes responsible for traits such as disease resistance, drought tolerance, or increased yield. This approach accelerates the breeding process, as it reduces the need for extensive field trials. Marker-assisted breeding also facilitates the introgression of beneficial traits from wild relatives into cultivated varieties, enhancing genetic diversity and adaptability. As a result, marker-assisted selection can lead to the development of new plant varieties that meet the challenges of climate change and food security.
P E Rajasekharan
ICAR-IIHR, India
Valasia Iakovoglou
UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece
Rameshkumar K B
Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, India
Selina Sterup Moore
Aarhus University, DenmarkSubmit your abstract Today
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