Genome-wide association study of trace elements in maize kernels.

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Maize (Zea mays L.), a staple food and significant economic crop, is enriched with riboflavin, micronutrients and other compounds that are beneficial for human health. As emphasis on the nutritional quality of crops increases maize research has expanded to focus on both yield and quality. This study exploreed the genetic factors influencing micronutrient levels in maize kernels through a comprehensive genome-wide...

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