Maize genetic resources for breeding purposes
11 May 2017 10:00

This Online course analyse 5 main topics:

• Evaluation of the genetic resources available
  • Global
  • Temporal
  • Covering different actors
• Preserving genetic resources
  • For farmers
  • For seed producers
  • For breeders
  • For keepers
  • For end users such as food, feed or non-food industries
• Diversity available in maize genetic resources
• Risks of losing maize genetic resources
• Maize generic resources use for breeding and breeding strategies

To access the online course click HERE.

Lecturer: Jean BEIGBEDER

Expert and trainer, GNIS (National Interprofessional Grouping of Seeds and Plants); 

Manager selection corn Europe Syngenta: Establishment and management of a network of European selection and experimentation. Temporary management of 5 stations in the USA and one in RSA.

Organised by UniLaSalle