Genetics and breeding research in lentil [Lens culinaris]
1995
Bejiga, G. | Anbessa, Y. (Debre Zeit Agricultural Research Center (Ethiopia))
Efforts were made to identify high-yielding and stable genotypes through diagnostic surveys to determine production constraints for lentil in Ethiopia and a breeding program to identify adapted genotypes for different growing environments. Major diseases of lentil were known and rust, being the most severe, had first priority in research. Among insect pests of lentil, aphids were considered to be most important. Thus, screening for resistance to rust disease and aphids received more attention. Breeding for tolerance to drought and waterlogging has been initiated. Selection for frost tolerance was considered, but the required development of efficient screening techniques. Some genetic information was generated for use in the cultivar development program. This paper reviews all the achievements made and indicates the major areas of future research. The breeding program emphasizes adaptation to specific environments and the identification of stable genotypes for wider adaptation. Serious attention is to be given to resistance breeding with major emphasis on rusts, wilt/root rots, drought and waterlogging. The program will be actively involved in the Nile Valley Network activities and in the WANA region via ICARDA's regional programs
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