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Field Phenomics: Will It Enable Crop Improvement?
David M Deery1, Hamlyn G Jones1,2,3
1CSIRO Agriculture and Food, Canberra, ACT, Australia.
Plant Phenomics (Washington, D.C.)
|September 22, 2021
Summary
Field phenomics shows promise for developing better crops. However, successful application in plant breeding requires prioritizing breeders
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Science
- Plant Biology
- Genetics
Background:
- Field phenomics is an emerging technology with the potential to significantly aid plant breeders in developing improved crop varieties.
- Despite substantial investment, practical applications of field phenomics within active plant breeding programs remain limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent advancements in field phenomics technology and its integration into plant breeding.
- To emphasize the critical need for aligning phenomics research with the specific requirements of plant breeders.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent progress in field phenomics.
- Analysis of the gap between phenomics capabilities and plant breeding program needs.
Main Results:
- Limited documented successes of field phenomics implementation in plant breeding programs.
- A disconnect exists between technological advancements and practical breeder requirements.
Conclusions:
- Successful integration of field phenomics into plant breeding hinges on addressing breeders' actual needs.
- Strengthening collaborations and partnerships between phenomics researchers and plant breeders is essential for future progress.
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