Chunxia Wu , Deming Yu , Lijun Qiu

Modern Agricultural Research Center, Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Plant Gene and Trait, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 4   
Received: 11 Jul., 2024    Accepted: 18 Aug., 2024    Published: 25 Aug., 2024

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This study focuses on the application of molecular breeding techniques to enhance pest and disease resistance in legume plants, which are critical for global food security and agricultural sustainability, identifies and utilizes molecular markers associated with resistance traits, analyzes genetic diversity, and implements advanced breeding strategies such as marker-assisted selection (MAS) and genomic selection. By identifying key resistance genes and the successful application of MAS, significant progress has been made in developing resistant bean varieties that improve pest and disease resistance, the results highlight the potential of molecular breeding in revolutionizing bean production, ensuring higher yields and resilience to biological stresses.

Molecular breeding; Legumes; Pest resistance; Disease resistance; Marker-assisted selection