Genetic association analysis in sugarcane (Saccharum spp.) for sucrose accumulation in humid environments in Colombia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sucrose accumulation in sugarcane is affected by several environmental and genetic factors, with plant moisture being of critical importance for its role in the synthesis and transport of sugars within the cane stalks, affecting the sucrose concentration. In general, rainfall and high soil humidity during the ripening stage promote plant growth, increasing the fresh weight and decreasing the sucrose yield in the humid region of Colombia. Therefore, this study aimed to identify markers associated with sucrose accumulation or production in the humid environment of Colombia through a genome-wide association study (GWAS).

Results

Sucrose concentration measurements were taken in 220 genotypes from the Cenicaña's diverse panel at 10 (early maturity) and 13 (normal matur

SUBMITTER: Saavedra-Diaz C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11184777 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature