Genetic Improvement of Cassava
A special issue of Plants (ISSN 2223-7747). This special issue belongs to the section "Plant Genetics, Genomics and Biotechnology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2024 | Viewed by 3734
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cassava; breeding; crop system; geonomics
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) holds a significant position as one of the most vital energy sources in the diets of numerous tropical and subtropical countries. It plays an essential role in ensuring food security for millions of people, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. Recently, it has also emerged as the second most important starch source worldwide, solidifying its significance in various agro-industrial processes and as a crucial source of income for countless farmers.
Previously regarded as an "orphan crop", cassava has witnessed remarkable progress in genetic improvement, comparable to advancements made in other major crops. The application of cutting-edge technologies, such as genome sequencing, deep genome diagnostics, genetic transformation, genomic selection programs, and gene editing, has facilitated scientific breakthroughs. These advancements have provided valuable insights and technologies to address the challenges related to root quality and disease resistance. However, there is still considerable work ahead to fully integrate cassava into the transformation of the global food system.
In this Special Issue topic (Genetic Improvement of Cassava) of the journal Plants, we cordially invite the scientific community to share their research findings focused on cassava improvement. We encourage contributions that explore diverse research approaches, aiming to resolve the current bottlenecks and maximize the effectiveness of cassava genetic improvement.
Dr. Eder Jorge De Oliveira
Dr. Hernan Ceballos
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- Manihot esculenta Crantz
- breeding
- genomics
- genetics
- phenotyping
- rapid cycling