This project phenotypes F2 population of PI 458130 based on seed plating assays for incidence of Phomopsis infection from a Phomopsis-inoculated field trial in order to identify new sources and genes for resistance to Phomopsis seed decay that can be used for breeding high-yielding varieties with resistance.
Key Benefactors:
farmers, agronomists, extension agents, soybean breeders, seed company