Ergot Alkaloid Contents in Hybrid Rye are Reduced by Breeding

Contamination by ergot caused by the phytopathogenic fungus <i>Claviceps purpurea</i> is a constant threat to the whole rye value chain. Ergot alkaloids (EA) produced within the fungal sclerotia are toxic for humans and animals and are subjected to strict regulations in human food. Our m...

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Main Authors: Thomas Miedaner, Anna Kodisch, Armin Raditschnig, Jakob Eifler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Agriculture
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/11/6/526