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GENETICS RESOURCES

Vigna

Vigna collection is represented by 117 accessions, of which are included the following species: 1 landrace of V. mungo, 5 landraces of V. radiata, 1 landrace of V. sinensis, 15 landraces of V. subterranea, and 95 landraces of V. unguiculata. The resource provides a broad base  for  future  for  future Vigna  improvement  and  is  an  essential  tool  for  breeders  in  their  quest  for  higher  yield, greater  disease  resistance  and  better adaptation to the farming systems.

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