This paper reviews current knowledge about genes for resistance to Septoria tritici blotch
(STB) of wheat, caused by Zymoseptoria tritici (formerly Mycosphaerella graminicola). These …

Marker-assisted selection (MAS) provides opportunities for enhancing the response from
selection because molecular markers can be applied at the seedling stage, with high …

Incorporation of genetic diversity into elite wheat (Triticum aestivum L., 2n= 6x= 42,
AABBDD) cultivars has long been recognized as a means of improving wheat productivity …

Root architecture traits in wheat are important in deep soil moisture acquisition and may be
used to improve adaptation to water-limited environments. The genetic architecture of two …

Abstract Key message Over 140 QTLs for resistance to stripe rust in wheat have been
published and through map** flanking markers on consensus maps, 49 chromosomal …

Use of genetic diversity from related wild and domesticated species has made a significant
contribution to improving wheat productivity. Synthetic hexaploid wheats (SHWs) exhibit …

Plant abiotic stress Plant Abiotic Stress Page 2 Biological Sciences Series A series which
provides an accessible source of information at research and professional level in chosen …

Many plants, both in nature and in agriculture, are resistant to multiple diseases. Although
much of the plant innate immunity system provides highly specific resistance, there is …

Stripe rust is best controlled by utilizing genetic resistance. Resistance to stripe rust has
been studied for more than a century, but most progresses have been made during the last …

Leaf rust and stripe rust are important diseases of wheat world-wide and deployment of
cultivars with genetic resistance is an effective and environmentally sound control method …