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Effect of Δ9-stearoyl-ACP-desaturase-C mutants in a high oleic background on soybean seed oil composition.
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 Feb 2014
Ruddle Paul, Whetten Rebecca, Cardinal Andrea, Upchurch Robert G, Miranda Lilian
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KEY MESSAGE: Two new sources of elevated seed stearic acid were identified and the feasibility of an elevated stearic acid, high oleic acid germplasm was studied. Soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] oil typically contains 2-4% stearic acid. Oil with at least 20% stearic acid is desirable because of its improved baking properties and health profile. This study identifies two new sources of high stearic acid and...
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