Development of low-cost technologies for pyramiding useful genes from wild relatives of cassava into elite progenitors.

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2005
Document Type:
Conference Paper
Theme:
Agriculture
Authors:
Fregene, M., Bellotti, A., Alves, A.

Abstract

This project seeks to identify useful genes for pest and disease resistance, and post-harvest deterioration in cassava and to develop low cost marker tools for their rapid introgression into cassava. Outputs from the first 6 months are outlined.

Citation

In: Proceedings of the GCP 2005 Annual Research Meeting: 2005 Competitive and Commissioned Projects. Mid-Year Reports, 29 Sep. to 1 Oct. 2005, Rome, Italy. Mexico D.F.:Generation Challenge Program. p.15-17

Development of low-cost technologies for pyramiding useful genes from wild relatives of cassava into elite progenitors.

Published 1 January 2005
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