Phenotypic and genotypic intra-diversity among Anatolian durum wheat “Kunduru” landraces

This study showed that Kunduru landraces maintains high allelic variation. PCoA indicated that eco-geographical variables have a significant effect on SSR diversity as well as morphological traits. Many of the landraces studied are in danger of disappearing from the local farmers' fields; this study demonstrates the importance of maintaining and conserving this precious genetic resources.
Source: Biochemical Systematics and Ecology - Category: Biochemistry Source Type: research