Introgression of durable blast resistance gene Pi-54 into indica rice cv. samba mahsuri, through Marker Assisted Backcross Breeding
Blast disease is one of the most significant diseases of rice, where severe infection results in more than 80% reduction in yield. It is caused by Pyricularia oryzae. New breeding strategies are essential for developing durable blast resistant varieties. The present study aimed to introgress Pi-54 g...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Indian Society of Plant Breeders
2018-06-01
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Series: | Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding |
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Online Access: | http://ejplantbreeding.org/index.php/EJPB/article/view/2733 |