Introduction to general principles, practices and techniques used to breed plants, select traits, and develop crop cultivars. Concepts discussed will range from quantitative and population genetics, historical through conventional plant breeding (through self- and cross-pollinations) and hybridization, then end with exploration of contemporary approaches to improve plant traits including molecular breeding and genetic engineering. (Same as PLSC 553.) Credit Restriction: Students may not receive credit for both PLSC 453 and PLSC 553.
Comment(s): Typically offered fall semester in years ending with an even number.

Other Instructors: Bates, Gary Edward

Introduction to general principles, practices and techniques used to breed plants, select traits, and develop crop cultivars. Concepts discussed will range from quantitative and population genetics, historical through conventional plant breeding (through self- and cross-pollinations) and hybridization, then end with exploration of contemporary approaches to improve plant traits including genetic engineering. Credit Restriction. Students may not receive credit for both 453 and 553.

Comment(s): Will be taught Fall semester and then offered alternate, even-numbered years.
Registration Restriction(s): Graduate level only or permission of instructor.
Registration Permission: Permission of instructor.

Other Instructors: Bates, Gary Edward