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Genetic Load in Plant Populations
Genetic Load in Plant Populations
Genetic load refers to the presence of deleterious alleles within a population, reducing its overall fitness. In plant populations, genetic load can accumulate due to inbreeding, genetic drift, or bottleneck events. While some level of genetic load is typical, high levels can lead to decreased fertility, stunted growth, and increased susceptibility to diseases. Breeding programs aim to manage genetic load by introducing genetic diversity, often through hybridization or outcrossing. Understanding genetic load is essential in conservation genetics and agriculture to ensure resilient plant populations with high adaptability and productivity.
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Mohammad Babadoost
University of Illinois, United States
Edward Curry Owner
Curry Farms, United States
Mary Cole
The University of Melbourne, Australia GPB 2025 Speakers
Vasilia A Fasoula
Adjunct Research Scientist and Consultant, United States
Edgar Omar Rueda Puente
Universidad de Sonora, Mexico
Bijayalaxmi Mohanty
National University of Singapore, Singapore
Rameshkumar K B
Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, IndiaSubmit your abstract Today
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