To realize true genetic potential, soybeans need favorable genetic combinations of grain yield genes, protection from deterrents like pests and diseases, and maximized performance in diverse growing and soil conditions. This breeding program’s goals are to improve soybean production through the development of new cultivars and germplasm, gene discovery, research insights for farmers, processors, and consumers, and developing seed selection strategies. This project combines hardware and software solutions to solve phenotyping bottleneck, which streamlines breeding and trait study pipeline for yield gain and improve protection traits. Primary objectives are to increase soybean seed yield using genetic and phenomics tools, improve seed quality for increased market capture, and develop breeding population to improve protection traits.

Key Benefactors:
farmers, agronomists, Extension agents, soybean breeders, seed companies