plant genetics course
Gain expertise in plant genetics for practical breeding applications. Delve into Mendelian principles, heritability estimates, molecular markers, and experimental design to breed heat- and drought-resilient crops, enhancing yields, supporting farmer decisions, and advancing climate-resilient farming practices in challenging environments.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
certificate valid in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to set up small breeding trials, select appropriate crops and germplasm, and develop crossing plans for heat and drought tolerance. Master Mendelian ratios, segregation, heritability, ANOVA, and selection indices, linking molecular markers and field phenotyping to practical recommendations for variety development and farmer uptake.
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Develop skills
- Design efficient field trials for heat- and drought-tolerant crops.
- Analyse crop trait inheritance using Mendelian genetics and ANOVA.
- Select top breeding lines with molecular markers and indices.
- Plan compact breeding studies with optimal germplasm and controls.
- Convert trial results into actionable advice for farmers on varieties and seeds.
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