WebApr 13, 2024 · However, the actual use of genetic resources in crop improvement is limited. In this Special Issue, 21 articles have been published which address different … WebThese genetic resources possess genes for wide adaptability, high yield potential including resistance/tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. The Indian sub-continent, thus holds …
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Web12 th to 15 th January 2024. Background. Bhutan is endowed with rich Plant Genetic Resources or the Crop Diversity is a subset of biodiversity. Plant genetic resources are the most valuable, essential, basic raw materials and foundation of agriculture, enabling it to evolve and adapt to meet the never-ending challenge of sustainably producing sufficient … Webgenetic diversity in farmers' fields, if severe, may increase the risk of pest or disease epidemics. Genetic resources are constantly required as inputs into the continuing process of enhancement through selective breeding (including genetic engineering). Therefore, conservation of crop genetic resources is needed, given dg15j
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WebMay 4, 2024 · The demand for crop genetic resources: international use of the US National Plant Germplasm System. World Dev. 2002;30(9):1639–55. Article Google Scholar Smale M, Jamora N, Guarino L. Valuing plant genetic resources in genebanks. In: Dulloo ME, editor. Plant genetic resources: A review of current research and future needs. WebThe effective use of crop genetic resources stored in gene banks by breeding programmes is limited. The number of accessions deposited in gene banks, however, is continuously growing. Slow germplasm characterization has been pointed out as a … WebCrop genetic resources are the basis from which all crop production stems. But habitat loss, the dominance of scientifically bred over farmer-developed varieties, and genetic uniformity are all threats to continued diversity. Plant breeders need diverse germplasm to sustain productivity growth. The U.S. dg1j50031cbb