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Molecular Markers for Genetics and Breeding: Development and Use in Pepper (Capsicum spp.)

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Molecular Marker Systems in Plant Breeding and Crop Improvement

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Lefebvre, V. (2004). Molecular Markers for Genetics and Breeding: Development and Use in Pepper (Capsicum spp.). In: Lörz, H., Wenzel, G. (eds) Molecular Marker Systems in Plant Breeding and Crop Improvement. Biotechnology in Agriculture and Forestry, vol 55. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-26538-4_11

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