Advancement in the field of genetics and genomics after the discovery of Mendel's laws of
inheritance has led to map the genes controlling qualitative and quantitative traits in crop …

Plant abiotic stresses are the major constraint on plant growth and development, causing
enormous crop losses across the world. Plants have unique features to defend themselves …

Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne L.) is an important cool-season grass species that is
widely cultivated in temperate regions worldwide but usually sensitive to heat stress …

A pearl millet inbred germplasm association panel (PMiGAP) comprising 250 inbred lines,
representative of cultivated germplasm from Africa and Asia, elite improved open-pollinated …

Background Quantitative real-time reverse-transcriptase PCR (qRT-PCR) is an important
technique for analyzing differences in gene expression due to its sensitivity, accuracy and …

Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne), an excellent grass for forage and turf, is widespread in
temperate regions. Drought is an important factor that limits its growth, distribution, and yield …

Phosphorus (P) deficiency is one of the most critical factors for plant growth and productivity,
including its inhibition of lateral root initiation. Auxin response factors (ARFs) play crucial …

Background Identification of genetic diversity in heat tolerance and associated traits is of
great importance for improving heat tolerance in cool-season grass species. The objectives …

Wheat is an important source of dietary protein and daily calories for majority of the world's
population. Although several pests and diseases affect yield potential and quality, the three …

Establishing crop cultivars with strong tolerance to P and N deprivation, high salinity, and
drought is an effective way to improve crop yield and promote sustainable agriculture …