Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.): genetic improvement using conventional and in vitro technologies
2010
E08871
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Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.): genetic improvement using conventional and in vitro technologies
Author
Davey, M.R.
Jan, M.
Jan, M.
Publication Date
2010
Call Number
E08871
Summary
Sunflower is one of the world's most important oilseed crops with a multitude of uses. Conventional breeding has resulted in cultivars with improved agronomic characteristics, with wild Helianthus species making a significant contribution to the introgression of a range of traits into cultivated sunflowers. Molecular techniques will facilitate the selection of germplasm for incorporation into breeding programs. Embryo rescue has enabled the circumvention of the post-zygotic incompatibility normally associated with several sexual combinations. Somatic cell technologies also have considerable potential for genetic improvement of sunflowers, with the generation of somaclonal variant, transgenic, and somatic hybrid plants illustrating the potential of these approaches to underpin conventional breeding.
Journal Citation
24(4):349-391, JOURNAL OF CROP IMPROVEMENT
Contact Information
harvest@worldveg.org
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