Quantitative Genetics for Plant Breeding
Walter Suza, Kendall R. Lamkey
Abstract
This open textbook is intended to expose students to the application of quantitative genetic models to plant breeding populations. Specific topics include conducting and interpreting multi-environment trials, resource allocation using engineering principles, genetic modeling of quantitative traits, simulation modeling, variance, covariance and heritability, prediction, selection, and genetic gain.
Topics & Concepts
Quantitative geneticsPlant breedingBiologyGeneticsEvolutionary biologyGeographyGenetic variationAgronomyGeneGenetic Mapping and Diversity in Plants and Animals