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Genetic architecture of cowpea domestication: QTL mapping and comparison shed new light on the dual domestication events.
G3 (Bethesda, Md.) - 7 Jan 2026
Dramé Demba, Bodian Amy, Nguepjop Joel Romaric, Tossim Hodo-Abalo, Sambakhe Diarietou, Seye Maguette, Djiboune Yvette Rachelle, Badji Romiel, Rami Jean Francois, Diouf Diaga, Fonceka Daniel
Abstract excerpt
Understanding the genetic basis of domestication-related traits (DRTs) is crucial for crop improvement. In this study, we developed an interspecific backcross population by crossing the elite cowpea variety Sam with a wild accession of Vigna unguiculata var. spontanea from Senegal. Using a mid-density single nucleotide polymorphism panel, we constructed a high-quality genetic linkage map consisting of 1,046...
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