Novel candidate genes and genetic basis analysis of kernel starch content in tropical maize
Abstract Background Starch is the most abundant carbohydrate in maize grains, serving as a primary energy source for both humans and animals, and playing a crucial role in various industrial applications. Increasing the starch content of maize grains is beneficial for improving the grain yield and q...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2025-01-01
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| Series: | BMC Plant Biology |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12870-025-06125-5 |