Wild #barley holds alleles that can improve #DroughtTolerance in modern cultivars. A nested backcross population with 21 wild accessions showed promising yield and #stress-resilient traits, highlighting parents P12–P15 for barley improvement.

Researchers studied the TB1 gene in #wheat, which controls branching. A specific mutation, tb-B1-W341*, increased grain #yield by up to 20% in good rainfall without harming performance elsewhere. #OpenAccess

Over 21 years, the University of Illinois soft red winter #wheat program achieved significant genetic gains, advancing #breeding goals. Yet, non-genetic factors posed challenges. A clear example of public breeding driving progress despite environmental hurdles. #OpenAccess

#StripeRust threatens #wheat yields. Researchers introduced the resistance gene Yr78 into durum wheat & stacked it with Yr36, Yr5, Yr15. This multi-gene package slashed disease severity & is now in #GRIN-Global to speed up breeding. #OpenAccess

Bread wheat’s genetic diversity has shrunk, limiting productivity gains. A new study taps into ancient einkorn #wheat, uncovering 167 #QTLs tied to yield & key traits, offering fresh pathways to improve modern wheat productivity. #OpenAccess

In a new study, testing intermediate #wheatgrass in farmer-style row plots across years & sites revealed stable high-yield plants & key genetic regions for #yield, #seedsize & #height. #OpenAccess

Genetic insights for better #rice! Dissecting SSSLs & DSSLs revealed 15 grain-size #QTL and a novel qGW5 locus. These lines offer strong potential as #high-yield restorer germplasm, advancing #breeding by design.

Turning #beans into beverages! Research shows up to 55% Adoye common bean can be used in #yoghurt, cutting beany flavor while improving #nutrition. Read the full article here:

Unlocking diversity in #Brachiaria grass! Genotyping 199 accessions from the DRC revealed 7 distinct sub-populations & 5787 genetic markers. These unique ecotypes hold huge potential for #breeding & #conservation. #OpenAccess

A new article reveals that applying vitamin #B6 (#pyridoxine) improves #soybean growth & stress #resilience, with strong potential to increase productivity while supporting food security. #OpenAccess

#SweetPotatoVirus disease reduces yields. Using RNA & small RNA #sequencing, a new article showed key pathways altered by SPCSV+SPFMV coinfection, insights that can drive better #DiseaseManagement.

60+ years of #HardRedSpringWheat breeding show steady 0.61% annual yield gains without sacrificing #protein quality! Targeted breeding improves gains even more, offering key points to optimize future wheat improvement in the #NorthernGreatPlains. #OpenAccess

Fighting #FusariumEarRot & toxins! A new study shows #BtMaize in NC had less ear rot & corn #earworm damage vs. non-Bt, though #fumonisin toxin levels varied. Environmental factors add complexity, highlighting the need for tailored management strategies. #OpenAccess

#Canola breeding goes beyond herbicide tolerance! New #PodShatter traits enable straight-cut harvesting, but seed costs lead to lower seeding rates. Study shows 120-180 seeds/m² improves yield stability. #OpenAccess https://t.co/VLUaTc03Af

See how reduced irrigation boosts rice quality and lowers arsenic! Better water management means healthier, profitable crops. Read more: https://t.co/2rXIBcsz2P #RiceFarming #SustainableAgriculture #FoodQuality #Innovation #AgricultureResearch

In a new study, researchers used #FactorAnalysis to evaluate 35 #CommonBean lines across 11 trials & multiple traits (yield, plant structure, disease resistance) in diverse environments. A powerful tool to select the best, adaptable bean lines! #OpenAccess https://t.co/EGDsxYiqne

How fast is your #TennisCourt? A new study measures ball bounce & surface firmness on #grass courts, setting standards to slow down play. Now #turf managers can fine-tune courts for better game flow and player experience! #OpenAccess https://t.co/lrbfolhMFF

A new study found 8 #BlackCommonBean genotypes that fix #nitrogen efficiently with #Rhizobium, matching yields of fertilizer-fed plants. Key traits like chlorophyll & nodule weight guide breeding for sustainable, high-yield beans! #OpenAccess https://t.co/9LvM8KmzyQ

#DoubleHaploid tech is key for faster #corn breeding! New study found safer, cheaper APM + #pronamide combo works as well as #colchicine for chromosome doubling. Tropical corn shows varied spontaneous doubling & strong haploid induction rates. https://t.co/INjlSb2Uwk

New #forage grass breakthrough! #Paspalum aff. wrightii from Argentina crossed with Paspalum plicatulum produced 28 hybrids showing both sexual & apomictic traits. This mix offers exciting potential for gene transfer in #breeding programs! https://t.co/QK0AknOUHg