Breeding for silicon-use efficiency, protein content and drought tolerance in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.): a review

The production and quality of wheat are affected by abiotic constraints including water stress and soil nutrient deficiencies. It is imperative to develop drought-tolerant wheat varieties with high yield potential and enhanced grain protein content for food security. Silicon (Si) is important for pl...

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Main Authors: Marylyn M. Christian, Hussein Shimelis, Mark D. Laing, Toi J. Tsilo, Isack Mathew
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2022-12-01
Series:Acta Agriculturae Scandinavica. Section B, Soil and Plant Science
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09064710.2021.1984564