Scientists find genomic regions associated with better quality stover traits in maize for animal feed

Researchers from the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Centre (CIMMYT) and the International Livestock Research Institute(ILRI) have identified new genomic regions associated with maize stover quality allowing maize breeders to select for stover quality traits quickly and most cost effectively. Results demonstrate the feasibility of incorporating genomic prediction as a tool to improve stover traits, circumventing the need for field or lab-based phenotyping.