Multi-locus genome-wide association mapping for major agronomic and yield-related traits in sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) moench) landraces

This study enhances our understanding of the genetic diversity of Ethiopian sorghum landraces, crucial for breeding programs. It identifies key QTNs and candidate genes associated with important agronomic traits, offering insights for marker-assisted and genomic-assisted breeding. The ML-GWAS models highlight the genetic complexity of flowering time and grain yield traits, emphasizing the need for targeted breeding efforts to maximize sorghum productivity.