Genome-wide association and prediction reveals genetic architecture of cassava mosaic disease resistance and prospects for rapid genetic improvement

Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a crucial, under-researched crop feeding millions worldwide, especially in Africa. Cassava mosaic disease (CMD) has plagued production in Africa for over a century. Biparental mapping studies suggest primarily a single major gene mediates resistance. To investig...

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Main Authors: Wolfe, M.D., Rabbi, Ismail Y., Egesi, Chiedozie N., Hamblin, M., Kawuki, R.S., Kulakow, Peter A., Lozano, R., Carpio, D.P. del, Ramu, P., Jannink, Jean-Luc
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: Wiley 2016
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/75810

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