The availability of a high-quality, chromosome-level reference genome accelerates breeding programs. A reference genome assembled to large scaffolds or even full-length chromosomes reveals the genome architecture as well as locations of specific genes and markers. Insight into gene order allows QTL analyses to be performed without the need of a physical map. Additionally, questions involving structural variant detection can be answered, facilitating prediction of recombination frequencies along the genome. A high-quality reference genome is also a valuable addition to breeding programs involving commercial varieties that lack specific traits that are available in wild germplasm.

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CROPaware & Leafy
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CROPaware & Leafy

CROPaware – A web based software platform for breeding and genomics data management.
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Association analysis
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Association analysis

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Genotyping array design
Genotyping array design

Genotyping array design

Tailored marker selection allowing for genotyping regardless of species, genome size and ploidy level.

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Haplotype discovery
Haplotype discovery

Haplotype discovery

Acceleration and cost reduction in plant breeding with improved genotype/phenotype relations, utilizing linked variants.

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Lab automation
Lab automation

Lab automation

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Experimental Design
Experimental Design

Experimental Design

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Semantic Web
Semantic Web

Semantic Web

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Long Read Sequencing
Long Read Sequencing

Long Read Sequencing

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