Discovery and development of single-nucleotide polymorphism markers for resistance to Striga gesnerioides in cowpea (Vigna unguiculata)
The markers provide valuable tools for efficient marker-assisted selection (MAS) in breeding programs focused on developing Striga-resistant cowpea varieties.
Authors
- Ousmane Boukar
- Patrick Obia Ongom
- Christian Fatokun
Institutions
- International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (NG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Plant Science
- Published
- 2025-09-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2025.1661440
- Primary Topic
- Agricultural pest management studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
- Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research