Method of analyzing a nucleic acid

Disclosed are methods of selectively analyzing a nucleic acid in a sample. The methods allow for selective identification of a target sequence in a population of nucleic acids. For example, the methods allow for confirmation of the identity of a nucleic acid tentatively identified in a quantitative expression analysis (QEA) assay.

Amino polyol amine oxidase polynucleotides and related polypeptides and methods of use

The present invention provides polynucleotides and related polypeptides of the enzyme APAO isolated from Exophiala spinifera. Additionally, the polynucleotide encoding for the APAO enzyme can be used to transform plant cells normally susceptible to Fusarium or other toxin-producing fungus infection. Plants can be regenerated from the transformed plant cells. Additionally, the present invention provides for expressing both APAO and a fumonisin esterase in a transgenic plant. In this way, a transgenic plant can be produced with the capability of degrading fumonisin, as well as with the capability of producing the degrading enzymes. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing the APAO enzyme in both prokaryotic and non-plant eukaryotic systems. Methods for detoxification in grain, grain processing, silage, food crops and in animal feed and rumen microbes are also disclosed.

Compositions and methods to increase resistance to phytophthora in soybean

Provided are compositions comprising polynucleotides encoding Rps genes, and soybean plants or soybean seeds comprising the compositions and exhibiting resistance to Phytophthora. Additionally, various methods for employing the polynucleotides to increase resistance to Phytophthora are also provided herein.

Amino polyol amine oxidase polynucleotides and related polypeptides and methods of use

The present invention provides polynucleotides and related polypeptides of the enzyme APAO isolated from Exophiala spinifera. Additionally, the polynucleotide encoding for the APAO enzyme can be used to transform plant cells normally susceptible to Fusarium or other toxin-producing fungus infection. Plants can be regenerated from the transformed plant cells. Additionally, the present invention provides for expressing both APAO and a fumonisin esterase in a transgenic plant. In this way, a transgenic plant can be produced with the capability of degrading fumonisin, as well as with the capability of producing the degrading enzymes. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing the APAO enzyme in both prokaryotic and non-plant eukaryotic systems. Methods for detoxification in grain, grain processing, silage, food crops and in animal feed and rumen microbes are also disclosed.

Engineering Plants to Produce Farnesene and Other Terpenoids

The present invention relates to engineering plants to express higher levels than endogenous amounts of terpenoids, such as farnesene. Plants that can be so engineered include those with large carbon stores, such as sweet and sugar cane. 1. A method of increasing production of at least one terpenoid , the method comprising expressing in a plant cell a set of heterologous nucleic acids that encode polypeptides comprising enzymes necessary to carry out the mevalonic acid pathway or the methylerythritol 4-phosphate pathway , wherein production of the at least one terpenoid is increased when compared to a wild-type plant cell not encoding the set of heterologous nucleic acids.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein both the mevalonic acid pathway and the methylerythritol 4-phosphate pathway are expressed from heterologous nucleic acids.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising expressing at least one heterologous nucleic acid encoding at least one polypeptide selected from the group consisting of isopentenyl-diphosphate delta-isomerase claim 1 , farnesyl diphosphate synthase claim 1 , and farnesene synthase.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising expressing at least one heterologous nucleic acid encoding at least one polypeptide selected from the group consisting of isopentenyl-diphosphate delta-isomerase claim 2 , farnesyl diphosphate synthase claim 2 , and farnesene synthase is expressed.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein enzymes from the mevalonic acid pathway claim 1 , the methylerythritol 4-phosphate claim 1 , and an isopentenyl-diphosphate delta-isomerase claim 1 , a farnesyl diphosphate synthase claim 1 , and a farnesene synthase are expressed.65. The method of - claims 1 , further comprising exposing the plant cell to an elicitor of sesquiterpene production.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the elicitor is selected from the group consisting of methyl jasmonate claim 6 , salicylic acid claim 6 , ethephon and benzothiadiazole.8. The method of claim 7 , ...

Compositions and methods for fumonisin detoxification

Compositions and methods for the complete detoxification of fumonisin and fumonisin degradation products are provided. Particularly, nucleotide sequences corresponding to the detoxification enzymes are provided. The sequences find use in preparing expression cassettes for the transformation of a broad variety of host cells and organisms.

Genetic locus associated with phytophthora root and stem rot in soybean

The present subject matter relates to methods and compositions for identifying soybean plants that having increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. The methods use molecular markers to identify and to select plants with increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance or to identify and deselect plants with decreased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. Soybean plants generated by the methods disclosed are also a feature of the present subject matter.

Method of identifying renalgenerative agents using differential gene expression

Disclosed are methods of identifying renalgenerative agensts using differential gene expression. Also disclosed are methods of treating renal disorders.

Amino polyol amine oxidase polynucleotides and related polypeptides and methods of use

The present invention provides polynucleotides and related polypeptides of the enzyme APAO isolated from Exophiala spinifera and Rhinocladiella atrovirens. The polynucleotides may be mutated to remove glycosylation sites and cysteine residues. Additionally, the present invention provides recombinant expression cassettes, host cells, transgenic plants, and transgenic seed. The present invention also provides for polynucleotides containing both APAO and a fumonisin esterase. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing the APAO enzyme in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems, methods for detecting fumonisins, and methods for identifying transformed plant cells. Methods for degrading fungal toxins in plants, grain, grain processing, silage, food crops and in animal feed are also disclosed.

HIGH YIELD SESAME

High yield sesame plants and parts thereof are provided. Phenotypic and genotypic analysis of many sesame varieties was performed to derive markers for phenotypic traits that contribute to high yield, and a breeding simulation was used to identify the most common and most stable markers. Examples for such phenotypic traits include the number of capsules per leaf axil, the capsule length, the height to first capsule and the number of lateral shoots. Following verification of trait stability over several generations, markers and marker cassettes were defined as being uniquely present in the developed sesame lines. The resulting high yield, shatter-resistant sesame lines can be used to increase sesame yield for its various uses.

Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses

Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5′ regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.

Plant defense-related genes regulated in response to plant-pathogen interactions and methods of use

Compositions and methods of use for the expression of plant pathogen defense-related and signaling genes are provided. The compositions include nucleotide sequences identified from tomato that show specific patterns of gene expression associated with the Avr-Pto mediated defense response in tomato plants resistant to bacterial speck disease caused by Pseudomonas syringae pathovar tomato [strain T1(A)]. The nucleotide sequences are specific to genes that are up-regulated or down-regulated in response to the interaction of AvrPto and Pto in the presence of Prf. These compositions have agricultural utility for increasing resistance to a variety of biotic and abiotic stresses, including plant pathogens.

Amino polyol amine oxidase amine polynucleotides and related polypeptides and methods of use

The present invention provides polynucleotides and related polypeptides of the enzyme APAO isolated from Exophiala spinifera. Additionally, the polynucleotide encoding for the APAO enzyme can be used to transform plant cells normally susceptible to Fusarium or other toxin-producing fungus infection. Plants can be regenerated from the transformed plant cells. Additionally, the present invention provides for expressing both APAO and a fumonisin esterase in a transgenic plant. In this way, a transgenic plant can be produced with the capability of degrading fumonisin, as well as with the capability of producing the degrading enzymes. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing the APAO enzyme in both prokaryotic and non-plant eukaryotic systems.

High yield sesame

High yield sesame plants and parts thereof are provided. Phenotypic and genotypic analysis of many sesame varieties was performed to derive markers for phenotypic traits that contribute to high yield, and a breeding simulation was used to identify the most common and most stable markers. Examples for such phenotypic traits include the number of capsules per leaf axil, the capsule length, the height to first capsule and the number of lateral shoots. Following verification of trait stability over several generations, markers and marker cassettes were defined as being uniquely present in the developed sesame lines. The resulting high yield, shatter-resistant sesame lines can be used to increase sesame yield for its various uses.

High yield sesame

High yield sesame plants and parts thereof are provided. Phenotypic and genotypic analysis of many sesame varieties was performed to derive markers for phenotypic traits that contribute to high yield, and a breeding simulation was used to identify the most common and most stable markers. Examples for such phenotypic traits include the number of capsules per leaf axil, the capsule length, the height to first capsule and the number of lateral shoots. Following verification of trait stability over several generations, markers and marker cassettes were defined as being uniquely present in the developed sesame lines. The resulting high yield, shatter-resistant sesame lines can be used to increase sesame yield for its various uses.

GENETIC LOCUS ASSOCIATED WITH PHYTOPHTHORA ROOT AND STEM ROT IN SOYBEAN

The present subject matter relates to methods and compositions for identifying soybean plants that having increased root and stem rot resistance. The methods use molecular markers to identify and to select plants with increased root and stem rot resistance or to identify and deselect plants with decreased root and stem rot resistance. Soybean plants generated by the methods disclosed are also a feature of the present subject matter. 1Phytophthora. A method of identifying a soybean plant that displays increased root and stem rot resistance (PRSR) , the method comprising detecting in germplasm of the soybean plant at least one allele of a marker locus wherein:a. the marker locus is located within a chromosomal interval comprising and flanked by BARC_1_01_Gm07_5383355_C_T and BARC_1_01_Gm07_5629128_A_C; andb. the at least one allele is associated with increased PRSR.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marker locus is located within a chromosomal interval comprising and flanked by BARCSOYSSR_07_0295 and InDel_1.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the marker locus is selected from the group consisting of BARC_1_01_Gm07_5383355_C_T claim 1 , BARCSOYSSR_07_0286 claim 1 , BARCSOYSSR_07_0289 claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5442375_T_C claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5457696_C_T claim 1 , Gm07_5480878_G_A claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5481829_T_C claim 1 , BARCSOYSSR_07_0295 claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5488504_A_G claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5490895_G_T claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5495895_G_A claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5500269_T_G claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5504994_G_T claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5519521_G_A claim 1 , InDel_2 claim 1 , InDel_1 claim 1 , BARCSOYSSR_07_0297 claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5555040_T_G claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5580414_T_C claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5762798_C_T claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5599140_A_C claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5601844_G_A claim 1 , BARC_1_01_Gm07_5610838_T_C claim 1 , BARCSOYSSR_07_0300 claim 1 , and BARC_1_01_Gm07_5629128_A_C.4. A soybean plant identified by the method of .5. ...

Method for identifying a nucleic acid sequence

The present invention provides methods by which biologically derived DNA sequences in a mixed sample or in an arrayed single sequence clone can be determined and classified without sequencing. The methods make use of information on the presence of carefully chosen target subsequences, typically of length from 4 to 8 base pairs, the length between target subsequences, and the measurement of the presence or absence of at least one additional target subsequence in a sample DNA sequence together with DNA sequence databases containing lists of sequences likely to be present in the sample to determine a sample sequence.

Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses

Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5′ regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.

SEED SAMPLING SYSTEM AND METHOD

A method system/apparatus for the streamlined cutting of seeds to sample the seeds and select seeds for planting is disclosed. A method of sampling seeds using such system/apparatus is also provided. The seeds are manually positioned and cut by a serrated cutting tool. 1. A seed cutting system/apparatus , comprising:(a) a cutting device operable to remove material from a seed;(b) a seed guide including an opening sized to receive material removed from the seed;(c) a cleaning system operable to clean the seed guide; and(d) a collection tray configured to receive material removed from the seed;wherein the seed guide is moveable between (i) a first position in which the seed guide is positioned between the cutting device and the collection tray to direct material removed from the seed to the collection tray and (ii) a second position in which the opening of the seed guide is positioned below a nozzle of the cleaning system.2. The seed cutting system/apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the cutting device includes a body configured to rotate about a central axis claim 1 , the body including a serrated section extending circumferentially from a first end to a second end claim 1 , wherein the serrated section has a plurality of cutting teeth that define a first radius of the body at the first end and a second radius of the body at the second end claim 1 , the second radius being greater than the first radius.3. The seed cutting system/apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the seed guide includes a funnel that is movable between the first position and the second position.4. The seed cutting system/apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the funnel includes an upper funnel and a lower funnel positioned below the upper funnel claim 3 , the lower funnel being operable to be moved between a raised position and a lowered position.5. The seed cutting system/apparatus of claim 4 , further comprising a protective barrier positioned between the cutting device and the collection tray claim 4 , wherein ...

ENGINEERING PLANTS WITH RATE LIMITING FARNESENE METABOLIC GENES

The disclosed invention provides methods and compositions for increasing terpenoid production, such as sesquiterpenoids, such as farnesene, in plant cells. 1. A plant cell having increased production of at least one terpenoid native to a plant , the method comprising expressing in a plant cell a heterologous nucleic acid encoding for (a) HMG-CoA reductase , (b) 1-deoxy-D-xylulose-5-phosphate synthase , (c) farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase , and (d) β-farnesene synthase , wherein production of the at least one terpenoid is significantly increased when compared to a wild-type plant cell not encoding the heterologous nucleic acids.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein{'i': Arabidopsis, Oryza, Saccharomyces', 'Hevea, 'a. the HMG-CoA reductase is an , or HMG-CoA reductase;'}{'i': Arabidopsis, Oryza, Saccharomyces', 'Zea, 'b. the 1-deoxy-D-xyululose-5-phophate is an , or 1-deoxy-D-xyululose;'}{'i': Arabidopsis, Oryza', 'Solanum, 'c. the farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase is an , or farnesyl pyrophosphate; or'}{'i': Arabidopsis, Oryza', 'Artemisia, 'd. the β-farnesene synthase is an , or β-farnesene synthase.'}3. The method of claim 2 , wherein{'i': Arabidopsis thaliana, Oryza sativa, Saccharomyces cerevisiae', 'Hevea, 'a. the HMG-CoA reductase is an , or HMG-CoA reductase;'}{'i': Arabidopsis thaliana, Oryza sativa, Saccharomyces cerevisiae', 'Zea mays, 'b. the 1-deoxy-D-xyululose-5-phophate is an , or 1-deoxy-D-xyululose;'}{'i': Arabidopsis thaliana, Oryza sativa', 'Solanum lycopersicon, 'c. the farnesyl pyrophosphate synthase is an , or farnesyl pyrophosphate;'}{'i': Arabidopsis thaliana, Oryza sativa', 'Artemisia annua β, 'd. the β-farnesene synthase is an , or -farnesene synthase.'}4. The method of claim 3 , wherein at least one nucleic acid is codon-optimized for expression in a plant.5. The method of claim 3 , whereina. the HMG-CoA reductase is encoded by a polynucleotide having at least 70% sequence identity to a nucleic acid sequence selected from the group consisting of ...

Method for identifying a nucleic acid sequence

The present invention provides methods by which biologically derived DNA sequences in a mixed sample or in an arrayed single sequence clone can be determined and classified without sequencing. The methods make use of information on the presence of carefully chosen target subsequences, typically of length from 4 to 8 base pairs, the length between target subsequences, and the measurement of the presence or absence of at least one additional target subsequence in a sample DNA sequence together with DNA sequence databases containing lists of sequences likely to be present in the sample to determine a sample sequence.

Genetic locus associated with phytophthora root and stem rot in soybean

The present subject matter relates to methods and compositions for identifying soybean plants that having increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. The methods use molecular markers to identify and to select plants with increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance or to identify and deselect plants with decreased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. Soybean plants generated by the methods disclosed are also a feature of the present subject matter.

Amino polyol amine oxidase polynucleotides and related polypeptides and methods of use

The present invention provides polynucleotides and related polypeptides of the enzyme APAO isolated from Exophiala spinifera and Rhinocladiella atrovirens. Additionally, the polynucleotides encoding for the APAO enzyme can be used to transform plant cells normally susceptible to Fusarium or other toxin-producing fungus infection. Plants can be regenerated from the transformed plant cells. Additionally, the present invention provides for expressing both APAO and a fumonisin esterase in a transgenic plant. In this way, a transgenic plant can be produced with the capability of degrading fumonisin, as well as with the capability of producing the degrading enzymes. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing the APAO enzyme in both prokaryotic and non-plant eukaryotic systems. Methods for detoxification in grain, grain processing, silage, food crops and in animal feed and rumen microbes are also disclosed.

Sunflower rhogap, lox, adh, and scip-1 polynucleotides and methods of use

Methods and compositions for modulating development and defense response are provided. Nucleotide sequences encoding a sunflower rhoGAP, LOX, ADH, and SC IP- 1 protein are provided. Nucleotide sequences comprising the LOX and SCIP-1 promoters are also provided. The sequences can be used in expression cassett es for modulating development, developmental pathways, and the plant defense response. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed are also provid ed.

Genetic locus associated with root and stem rot by phytophthora in soybeans.

<p>EL CONTENIDO DE LA PRESENTE INVENCIÓN SE REFIERE A MÉTODOS Y COMPOSICIONES PARA IDENTIFICAR PLANTAS DE SOJA QUE TIENEN MAYOR RESISTENCIA A LA PODREDUMBRE DE RAÍCES Y TALLOS POR PHYTOPHTHORA. LOS MÉTODOS USAN MARCADORES MOLECULARES PARA IDENTIFICAR Y SELECCIONAR PLANTAS CON MAYOR RESISTENCIA A LA PODREDUMBRE DE RAÍCES Y TALLOS POR PHYTOPHTHORA, O PARA IDENTIFICAR Y DESELECCIONAR PLANTAS CON MENOR RESISTENCIA A LA PODREDUMBRE DE RAÍCES Y TALLOS POR PHYTOPHTHORA. LAS PLANTAS DE SOJA GENERADAS MEDIANTE LOS MÉTODOS DESCRITOS CONSTITUYEN TAMBIÉN UNA CARACTERÍSTICA DEL CONTENIDO DE LA PRESENTE INVENCIÓN.</p> <p> THE CONTENT OF THE PRESENT INVENTION REFERS TO METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS TO IDENTIFY SOYBEAN PLANTS THAT HAVE GREATER RESISTANCE TO ROOTS AND SIZES BY PHYTOPHTHORA. THE METHODS USE MOLECULAR MARKERS TO IDENTIFY AND SELECT PLANTS WITH GREATER RESISTANCE TO ROOT POWDER AND SIZES BY PHYTOPHTHORA, OR TO IDENTIFY AND SELECT PLANTES WITH LOWER RESISTANCE TO ROOTS AND TORTH ROOTS. THE SOYBEAN PLANTS GENERATED BY THE DESCRIBED METHODS ALSO CONSTITUTE A CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CONTENT OF THE PRESENT INVENTION. </p>

Method of analyzing a nucleic acid

Disclosed are methods of selectively analyzing a nucleic acid in a sample. T he methods allow for selective identification of a target sequence in a population of nucleic acids. For example, the methods allow for confirmation of the identity of a nucleic acid tentatively identified in a quantitative expression analysis (QEA) assay.

Genetic locus associated with phytophthora root and stem rot in soybean

The present subject matter relates to methods and compositions for identifying soybean plants that having increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. The methods use molecular markers to identify and to select plants with increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance or to identify and deselect plants with decreased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. Soybean plants generated by the methods disclosed are also a feature of the present subject matter.

Defense-related signaling genes and methods of use

The invention relates to the genetic manipulation of plants, particularly to the expression of nucleotide sequences from defense-related signaling genes. Isolated nucleotide sequences encoding a neoxanthin cleavage enzyme, an amino acid permease, and a novel protein are provided. Also provided are isolated nucleotide sequences comprising promoters that drive expression in a plant in an inducible or tissue-preferred manner. The nucleotide sequences find use in increasing the resistance of plants to pathogens and other stresses, modifying ABA metabolism in plants, modifying amino acid transport and content in plants, and regulating gene expression in plants. Additionally provided are isolated proteins, and transformed plants and seeds thereof.

Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses

Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5' regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.

Defense-related signaling genes and methods of use

The invention relates to the genetic manipulation of plants, particularly to the expression of nucleotide sequences from defense-related signaling genes. Isolated nucleotide sequences encoding a neoxanthin cleavage enzyme, an amino acid permease, and a novel protein are provided. Also provided are isolated nucleotide sequences comprising promoters that drive expression in a plant in an inducible or tissue-preferred manner. The nucleotide sequences find use in increasing the resistance of plants to pathogens and other stresses, modifying ABA metabolism in plants, modifying amino acid transport and content in plants, and regulating gene expression in plants. Additionally provided are isolated proteins, and transformed plants and seeds thereof.

Seed sampling system and method

A method system/apparatus for the streamlined cutting of seeds to sample the seeds and select seeds for planting is disclosed. A method of sampling seeds using such system/apparatus is also provided. The seeds are manually positioned and cut by a serrated cutting tool.

Sunflower anti-pathogenic proteins and genes and their uses

Compositions and methods to aid in protecting plants from invading pathogenic organisms are provided. The compositions of the invention comprise anti-pathogenic genes, including 5' regulatory sequences in the promoter, and proteins encoded by the anti-pathogenic genes. The compositions find use in methods for reducing or eliminating damage to plants caused by plant pathogens. Transformed plants, plant cells, tissues, and seed having enhanced disease resistance are also provided.

Genetic locus associated with phytophthora root and stem rot in soybean

The present subject matter relates to methods and compositions for identifying soybean plants that having increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. The methods use molecular markers to identify and to select plants with increased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance or to identify and deselect plants with decreased Phytophthora root and stem rot resistance. Soybean plants generated by the methods disclosed are also a feature of the present subject matter.

Compositions and methods to increase resistance to phytophthora sojae in soybean

Provided are compositions comprising polynucleotides encoding Rps genes, and soybean plants or soybean seeds comprising the compositions and exhibiting resistance to Phytophthora . Additionally, various methods for employing the polynucleotides to increase resistance to Phytophthora are also provided herein.

Métodos de identificação de uma planta de soja que exibe elevada resistência à podridão de raiz e caule de phytophthora, e de seleção assistida por marcador

MÉTODOS DE SELEÇÃO ASSISTIDA E PARA IDENTIFICAR LOCUS GENÉTICO MARCADOR ASSOCIADO À PODRIDÃO DE RAIZ E CAULE DE PHYTOPHTHORA EM PLANTA DE SOJA, E USOS DAS DITAS PLANTAS DE SOJA. A presente invenção refere-se a métodos e composições para identificar plantas de soja que têm resistência elevada à podridão de raiz e caule de Phytophthora. Os métodos usam marcadores moleculares para identificar e para selecionar plantas com resistência elevada à podridão de raiz e caule de Phytophthora ou para identificar e desselecionar plantas com resistência reduzida à podridão de raiz e caule de Phytophthora. As plantas de soja geradas pelos métodos revelados também são um recurso da presente matéria.

Composições e métodos para aumentar a resistência a phytophthora sojae em soja

são fornecidas composições que compreendem polinucleotídeos que codificam genes rps e plantas de soja ou sementes de soja que compreendem as composições e exibem resistência a phytophthora. adicionalmente, vários métodos para empregar os polinucleotídeos para aumentar a resistência a phytophthora também são fornecidos no presente documento.

Engineering plants to produce farnesene and other terpenoids

The present invention relates to engineering plants to express higher levels than endogenous amounts of terpenoids, such as farnesene. Plants that can be so engineered include those with large carbon stores, such as sweet sorghum and sugar cane. Agricultural and aquacultural crops have the potential to meet escalating global demands for affordable and sustainable production of food, fuels, fibers, therapeutics, and biofeedstocks.

High yield sesame

High yield sesame plants and parts thereof are provided. Phenotypic and genotypic analysis of many sesame varieties was performed to derive markers for phenotypic traits that contribute to high yield, and a breeding simulation was used to identify the most common and most stable markers. Examples for such phenotypic traits include the number of capsules per leaf axil, the capsule length, the height to first capsule and the number of lateral shoots. Following verification of trait stability over several generations, markers and marker cassettes were defined as being uniquely present in the developed sesame lines. The resulting high yield, shatter-resistant sesame lines can be used to increase sesame yield for its various uses.

High yield sesame

Compositions and methods to increase resistance to phytophthora in soybean

Provided are compositions comprising polynucleotides encoding Rps genes, and soybean plants or soybean seeds comprising the compositions and exhibiting resistance to Phytophthora . Additionally, various methods for employing the polynucleotides to increase resistance to Phytophthora are also provided herein.

Composiciones y métodos para aumentar la resistencia a phytophthora sojae en soja

Se proporcionan composiciones que comprenden polinucleótidos que codifican genes Rps y plantas de soja o semillas de soja que comprenden las composiciones y que presentan resistencia a Phytophthora. Además, en el presente documento también se proporcionan varios métodos para emplear los polinucleótidos para aumentar la resistencia a Phytophthora. Reivindicación 1: Una molécula de polinucleótido aislada que codifica un polipéptido que potencia la resistencia a una infección por Phytophthora tras la expresión en una planta, caracterizado dicho polinucleótido por tener al menos un 80% de identidad de secuencia con SEQ ID Nº 2 o SEQ ID Nº 4.

High yield sesame

High protein pea concentrates and food products made thereof

Pea protein concentrates (PPCs) and food products made therefrom are provided. Disclosed PPCs comprise 65 wt% or more protein (dry base) and 2.2 wt% or less starch, and may be used for producing dairy analogues or protein-fortified beverages when having low gel firmness, or for producing texturized pea proteins for meat analogues when having high gel firmness. Further biochemical and compositional traits are used to adjust the PPCs to specific products and uses, and pea varieties that enable producing PPCs with high protein content and high yield are also provided.

High protein pea concentrates and food products made thereof

Pea protein concentrates (PPCs) and food products made therefrom are provided. Disclosed PPCs comprise 65wt% or more protein (dry base) and 2.2wt% or less starch, and may be used for producing dairy analogues or protein-fortified beverages when having low gel firmness, or for producing texturized pea proteins for meat analogues when having high gel firmness. Further biochemical and compositional traits are used to adjust the PPCs to specific products and uses, and pea varieties that enable producing PPCs with high protein content and high yield are also provided.

High protein low fat chickpea

Chickpea plants with high protein content, low fat and/or modified protein composition are provided, as well as progeny or parts thereof. Phenotypic and genotypic analysis of many chickpea varieties were performed to derive markers for phenotypic traits that contribute to high protein content, low fat and/or modified protein composition, and a breeding simulation was used to identify the most common and most stable markers. Examples of such phenotypic traits include the protein content, the fat content as measured by near infrared spectroscopy, and protein composition and seed color traits. Following verification of trait stability over several generations, markers and marker cassettes comprising at least three specific QTLs were defined as being uniquely present in the developed chickpea lines. The resulting chickpea lines can be used to improve nutritional and organoleptic properties of various chickpea products and chickpea-based food ingredients, e.g., in plant-based protein products.

High protein pea concentrates and food products made thereof

Pea protein concentrates (PPCs) and food products made therefrom are provided. Disclosed PPCs comprise 65wt% or more protein (dry base) and 2.2wt% or less starch, and may be used for producing dairy analogues or protein-fortified beverages when having low gel firmness, or for producing texturized pea proteins for meat analogues when having high gel firmness. Further biochemical and compositional traits are used to adjust the PPCs to specific products and uses, and pea varieties that enable producing PPCs with high protein content and high yield are also provided.