Author: Prof Frank Ordon
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
ISBN: 1786762463
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 326
Book Description
Assesses performance of conventional techniques such as backcross and hybrid breeding in introducing new traits Maps current progress in methods to identify quantitative trait loci (QTL) linking phenotypic traits with genetic information for selection Shows comparative strengths and weaknesses of marker-assisted selection (MAS) techniques such as genome wide association studies (GWAS) and nested association mapping (NAM)