Disease resistance refers to the ability of a plant to limit or withstand the effects of a pathogen or insect that would cause disease. There are several types of disease resistance in plants:
Breeding for disease resistance involves identifying genetic sources of resistance and incorporating them into elite crop lines. This allows farmers to manage diseases with less reliance on chemical pesticides and fungicides, reducing costs and environmental impact.
At New Beginnings HRT Clinic, we offer cutting-edge genomic testing to help breeders and seed companies accelerate this process. Our tests can rapidly screen breeding lines and identify markers linked to valuable resistance genes. This supports the development of durable disease resistant varieties tailored to local conditions.
Climate change presents new challenges for breeding as pathogen ranges shift. But innovations in genomics, combined with diligent phenotyping and field testing, can lead to crops that stand strong against emerging threats. Resilient varieties and integrated pest management will be key to sustainable crop production.
Want to optimize your breeding program? Our experts at New Beginnings HRT Clinic would be happy to discuss our services and how they can enhance efficiency. We offer custom solutions tailored to your specific needs. Contact us today to learn more!