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A novel allele of the P-starvation tolerance gene OsPSTOL1 from African rice (Oryza glaberrima Steud) and its distribution in the genus Oryza.
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 Jun 2014
Pariasca-Tanaka Juan, Chin Joong Hyoun, Dramé Khady Nani, Dalid Cheryl, Heuer Sigrid, Wissuwa Matthias
Abstract excerpt
KEY MESSAGE: We have developed allele-specific markers for molecular breeding to transfer the PSTOL1 gene from Kasalath to African mega-varieties, including NERICAs, to improve their tolerance to P-deficient soil. The deficiency of phosphorus (P) in soil is a major problem in Sub-Saharan Africa due to general nutrient depletion and the presence of P-fixing soils. Developing rice cultivars with enhanced P...
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