A high density SLAF-seq SNP genetic map and QTL for seed size, oil and protein content in upland cotton.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cotton is a leading natural fiber crop. Beyond its fiber, cottonseed is a valuable source of plant protein and oil. Due to the much higher value of cotton fiber, there is less consideration of cottonseed quality despite its potential value. Though some QTL controlling cottonseed quality have been identified, few of them that warrant further study are known. Identifying stable QTL controlling seed size, oil and protein content is necessary for improvement of cottonseed quality.

Results

In this study, a recombinant inbred line (RIL) population was developed from a cross between upland cotton cultivars/lines Yumian 1 and M11. Specific locus amplified fragment sequencing (SLAF-seq) technology was used to construct a genetic map that covered 3353.15 cM with an average

SUBMITTER: Wang W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6647295 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature