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QTL analysis of trichome-mediated insect resistance in potato

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Genetic mapping of several components of a complex type of insect resistance has been undertaken as a means toward more efficient use of the valuable characteristics of a wild relative of potato. RFLP maps constructed on interspecific diploid progenies of Solanum tuberosum × S. berthaultii were used in conjunction with morphological, biochemical and biological phenotyping to identify quantitative trait loci (QTLs) contributing to trichome-mediated insect resistance. By superimposing QTL data for a wide range of phenotypes including biochemical assays, correlative and direct screens for insect resistance, and adaptation to the target environment on the genetic maps, we have addressed the organization, action and interaction of genes controlling the resistance mechanism. The outcome contributes to an understanding of the association between component traits and between desirable and undesirable features of the donor species generated in an applied breeding program. Research is proceeding toward the development of selectable markers for the introgression and transfer of this resistance among potato gene pools.

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    Present address: CIAT, AA6713, Cali, Colombia

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  1. Department of Plant Breeding and Biometry, Cornell University, 252 Emerson Hall, 14853, Ithaca, NY, USA

    M. W. Bonierbale, R. L. Plaisted, O. Pineda & S. D. Tanksley

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Bonierbale, M.W., Plaisted, R.L., Pineda, O. et al. QTL analysis of trichome-mediated insect resistance in potato. Theoret. Appl. Genetics 87, 973–987 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00225792

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