Assessment of genetic biodiversity and association of micronutrients and agronomic traits using microsatellites and staining methods which accelerates high-micronutrients variety selections within different wheat groups.

ABSTRACT: Evaluation of genetic biodiversity for micronutrients is crucial for breeding high-quality crops and addressing the negative impacts of mineral deficiencies. The objectives of this research were to assess genetic variation and the relationship between grain Fe and Zn levels and agronomic traits in a diverse collection of wheat varieties. Additionally, the study aimed to determine the correlation between microsatellite markers (SSR) and micronutrient quantities. A total of 42 genotypes (Iranian commercial cultivars, landraces, and Afghan and Swiss varieties) were evaluated over a two-year period. Fe and Zn levels were measured using two semi quantitative staining assays and atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) facility. Semi-quantitative staining methods and AAS showed high correlation

SUBMITTER: Heidari B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11550475 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature