Abstract
Manipulating gene expression is critical to exploring gene function and a useful tool for altering commercial
traits. Quality improvements depend on applying new genetic insights and new technologies to accelerate
breeding through improved genotyping and phenotyping methods, and by increasing the available genetic
diversity in germplasm. The proposed work on fundamental processes of plant RNA interference interactions with
Xylella fastidiosa leverages translational science from model organisms to the market, with potential for broad
impacts on agriculture and understanding the mechanisms of pathogen resistance. The molecular approaches
supported by this project can have significant impacts on viticulture by: (i) applying deep knowledge from model
plant species to grapes; (ii) facilitating optimal selection of parents for breeding and immediate selection of elite
progeny with multiple desirable traits; (iii) circumventing biological and societal limits to genetic engineering;
(iv) acce
Original language | English |
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Publisher | California Department of Food and Agriculture |
State | Published - Dec 21 2015 |