The use of molecular markers has become an essential tool for soybean breeders involved in developing varieties with herbicide tolerance and resistance to aphids, nematodes and various diseases. Simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers have been extensively used by soybean breeders to identify lines with the traits of interest. The use of molecular markers can substantially reduce the time required to develop new high-value, disease and insect resistant varieties for South Dakota farmers.
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