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QTL for fatty acid composition and yield in linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.).
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 May 2015
Kumar Santosh, You Frank M, Duguid Scott, Booker Helen, Rowland Gordon, Cloutier Sylvie
Abstract excerpt
KEY MESSAGE: The combined SSR-SNP map and 20 QTL for agronomic and quality traits will assist in marker assisted breeding as well as map-based cloning of key genes in linseed. Flax is an important nutraceutical crop mostly because it is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant compounds. Canada is the largest producer and exporter of oilseed flax (or linseed), creating a growing need to improve crop...
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