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Genetic basis of some physiological traits and yield in early and late sowing conditions in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)

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The rise in human population necessitates the use of all available tools to enhance wheat productivity. In this regard, pre-breeding has mobilized novel underutilized genetic variation into breeding programs. However, this germplasm needs to be characterized for its efficient utilization. This investigation was initiated to evaluate the early and late sown wheat pre-breeding germplasm for physiology- and yield-related traits and to associate the mapped SNPs using association mapping approach. Our results indicate that the germplasm performed better in early sowing in comparison to late planting where grain yield (Yd) was found positively correlated with water use efficiency (WUE), heading time, and chlorophyll contents (Chl). We discovered a total of 210 associations involving 155 SNPs. Taking into consideration either early or late sowing and the mean values, only 12 marker traits were associated with trait germination, plant height, stomatal conductance, transpiration rate, Chl, carotenoids, and Yd. Our correlations and mapping results indicate that higher WUE along with Chl can be targeted as indirect physiological markers to enhance wheat yield.

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Mian Abdur Rehman Arif conceived the idea and designed the study. Maryam, Muhammad Imran, and Muhammad Qandeel Waheed performed the experiments. Sukhwinder Singh and Sajid Shokat performed the analysis. Mian Abdur Rehman Arif wrote the manuscript. Sukhwinder Singh, Muhamamd Imran, Sajid Shokat, and Anjuman Arif reviewed the manuscript. All authors read and approve the final manuscript.

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Arif, M.A.R., Liaqat, M., Imran, M. et al. Genetic basis of some physiological traits and yield in early and late sowing conditions in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). J Appl Genetics 62, 601–605 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13353-021-00643-2

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