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Meta-QTL analysis of seed iron and zinc concentration and content in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.).
TAG. Theoretical and applied genetics. Theoretische und angewandte Genetik - 1 Aug 2018
Izquierdo Paulo, Astudillo Carolina, Blair Matthew W, Iqbal Asif M, Raatz Bodo, Cichy Karen A
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KEY MESSAGE: Twelve meta-QTL for seed Fe and Zn concentration and/or content were identified from 87 QTL originating from seven population grown in sixteen field trials. These meta-QTL include 2 specific to iron, 2 specific to zinc and 8 that co-localize for iron and zinc concentrations and/or content. Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is the most important legume for human consumption worldwide and it is an...
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