ISSN:
1573-5060
Keywords:
Triticum aestivum
;
wheat
;
Heterodera avenae
;
cyst nematode
;
resistance breeding
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Fishery, Domestic Science, Nutrition
Notes:
Summary The progress of a backcross breeding programme to introduce resistance against the cereal cyst nematode into wheat is described. Methods of resistance screening and criteria for selection are detailed and the results discussed with reference to alternative procedures for the introduction of new resistance genes into major breeding programmes.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00041530