Selection for resistance to cassava mosaic disease in African cassava germplasm using single nucleotide polymorphism markers

Cassava mosaic disease (CMD) is one of the main constraints that hamper cassava production. Breeding for varieties that are CMD resistant is a major aim in cassava breeding programmes. However, the use of the conventional approach has its limitations, including a lengthy growth cycle and a low multi...

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Main Authors: Esperance D. Codjia, Bunmi Olasanmi, Paterne A. Agre, Ruth Uwugiaren, Adenike D. Ige, Ismail Y. Rabbi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Academy of Science of South Africa 2022-01-01
Series:South African Journal of Science
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Online Access:https://sajs.co.za/article/view/11607