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A new polymorphism on chromosome 6 associated with bolting tendency in sugar beet.
BMC genetics - 7 Dec 2015
Broccanello Chiara, Stevanato Piergiorgio, Biscarini Filippo, Cantu Dario, Saccomani Massimo
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Premature flowering or bolting is an undesirable characteristic that causes severe sugar yield losses and interferes with harvesting. Vernalization is a prerequisite for the floral induction, achieved by exposure to low temperatures for 10-14 weeks. This process is also controlled by other environmental factors, such as long daylight photoperiods and a combination of genetic factors. The objective of...
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