@conference{
author = "Ćeran, Marina and Vollmann, Johann and Ciuca, Matilda and Toncea, Ion and Pachner, Martin and Đorđević, Vuk",
year = "2024",
abstract = "Marker-assisted selection (MAS) is a valuable tool in crop breeding, including organic breeding. The application of molecular markers allows rapid screening at early developmental stages as well as more accurate and efficient identification and selection of plants with desired traits. Besides accelerating breeding, this approach reduces the need for extensive field trials and multiple generations of selection. Considering that organic breeding emphasizes sustainable practices and minimal environmental impact, MAS can reduce the need for excessive land, water, and resources typically required for conventional breeding. In addition, it can help breeders to develop organic-compliant varieties by targeting specific traits and preserving organic standards, providing more efficient and sustainable strategies for organic production systems. Molecular markers were used to screen ECOBREED soybean germplasm harbouring traits relevant to organic farming, such as cadmium accumulation, supernodulation and disease tolerance to Sclerotinia sclerotiorum and Diaporthe complex. Genotypes with low cadmium accumulation should be used in organic food production to improve food safety, while supernodulation in soybean could be an important trait showing potential for increased nitrogen fixation. Molecular screening of genotypes for disease resistance is especially important in organic farming where chemical interventions are limited, offering an efficient and sustainable strategy for organic production.",
publisher = "Ljubljana : Kmetijski inštitut Slovenije",
journal = "Book of Abstracts, ECOBREED Organic Breeding Conference, 17-19 January 2024, Ljubljana, Slovenia",
title = "Marker-assisted selection for soybean organic breeding",
pages = "17-17",
url = "https://hdl.handle.net/21.15107/rcub_fiver_4561"
}
