plant genetic improvement course
Gain expertise in plant genetic improvement for contemporary farming. Master crop and region analysis, breeding programme design, multi-location trials, marker and phenotyping techniques, and the delivery of high-yielding, stress-resistant varieties that farmers readily adopt. This comprehensive course equips you with essential tools to enhance agricultural productivity through targeted genetic advancements.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a practical guide to designing and managing effective plant breeding programmes. You will learn to assess target traits and regions, select and record parents, plan crosses, and handle generations. It offers hands-on advice on multi-location trials, data analysis, seed multiplication, purity testing, variety release, budgeting, timelines, and record-keeping to produce superior crop varieties more efficiently.
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Develop skills
- Design breeding plans focused on traits: connect farmer requirements to key traits swiftly.
- Select and pair parents: pick germplasm for high yield, toughness, and quality.
- Conduct trials across multiple sites: evaluate GxE interactions, use BLUPs, and develop selection indices.
- Establish streamlined breeding processes: schedule generations, scale up seeds, and manage releases.
- Utilise advanced phenotyping and genetic markers: assess vital traits and apply marker-assisted selection efficiently.
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