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Genetic diversity and population structure of Uganda's yam (Dioscorea spp.) genetic resource based on DArTseq.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2023
Amponsah Adjei Emmanuel, Esuma Williams, Alicai Titus, Bhattacharjee Ranjana, Dramadri Isaac Onziga, Edema Richard, Chamba Emmanuel Boache, Odong Thomas Lapaka
Abstract excerpt
Assessing the genetic diversity of yam germplasm from different geographical origins for cultivation and breeding purposes is an essential step for crop genetic resource conservation and genetic improvement, especially where the crop faces minimal attention. This study aimed to classify the population structure, and assess the extent of genetic diversity in 207 Dioscorea rotundata genotypes sourced from three...
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