ISSN:
1432-2242
Keywords:
Wheat
;
Quality
;
Dwarfism
;
Gibberellin
;
α-amylase
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Summary The effects of the Tom Thumb dwarfing gene, Rht3, on the quality and quantity of grain α-amylase produced during germination and by induction with exogenous gibberellic acid are described. In a season conducive to high sprouting damage the gene reduced α-amylase levels in the field by 77%. Selection among random Rht3 genotypes showed that other genetic factors can be combined with the dwarfing gene to further increase sprouting damage resistance.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00293343