A review of population genetics and the prospects for crop improvement
Ntsomboh-Ntsefong G. Toukam G.M.S. Likeng-Li-Ngue B.C. Mbi K.T. Essubalew S.G. Shariati M.A. Hristova V.K. Tonfack L.B. Bell J.M. Youmbi E.
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This study discusses the importance of population genetics in the context of crop improvement and its role in addressing challenges related to food security. Population genetics is crucial in identifying desirable traits and genetic markers, developing breeding strategies and improving the efficacy of crop improvement programs. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations emphasizes the importance of crop improvement in addressing global food security challenges and highlights the role of population genetics in improving crop yields, developing new varieties, and increasing the resilience of crops to environmental stressors. By using population genetics to improve crop yields, disease resistance, and other desirable traits, breeders can help ensure a sustainable and secure food supply for future generations.
breeding strategies , crop improvement , food security , genetic diversity , population genetics
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Department of Plant Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon
Department of Crop Production Technology, College of Technology, University of Bamenda, Bamenda, Cameroon
Department of Horticulture and Plant Sciences, Jimma University College of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Jimma, Ethiopia
Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry, Semey Branch of the Institute, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biotechnical Sciences, Bitola, North Macedonia
Department of Plant Biology
Department of Crop Production Technology
Department of Horticulture and Plant Sciences
Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry
Department of Biotechnology
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