Quantitative trait loci and candidate genes for iron and zinc bio-fortification in genetically diverse germplasm of maize (Zea mays L): A systematic review
Bikas Basnet, Shovit Khanal
Abstract
. In Rice and Maize, five different chromosomes are collinear for the uptake to deposition of these minerals in the endosperm. The success of marker-based biofortification depends upon the nature of germplasm, the gap between flanking marker and targeted genes, the selection of genotypes in each generation, and genotype-environment interaction which are the future area of study. This study can assist the breeders in fast-tracking Fe and Zn biofortification through frequency multiplication of these desired loci of Maize.
Topics & Concepts
GermplasmEndospermQuantitative trait locusBiofortificationCandidate geneBiologyPopulationMicronutrientGeneticsBiotechnologyGeneAgronomyChemistryOrganic chemistryDemographySociologyPlant Micronutrient Interactions and EffectsPhytase and its ApplicationsGenetics and Plant Breeding