Integrated QTL mapping and candidate gene analysis for yield-related traits and salt tolerance in a rice RIL

Yanhong Zhang1, Yulong Wang2, Xiaojing Du1

  • 1Crop Research Institute of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Academy of Agricultural Sciences/Northwest Center of National Salinity Tolerant Rice Technology Innovation Center, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China.

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Summary

This study mapped 16 quantitative trait loci (QTLs) in rice, identifying key genetic regions for yield and salt tolerance. A major QTL for leaf color, qLeafColor9.1, was linked to the OsSGR gene, offering targets for breeding improved rice varieties.

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