Program Overview

The Genetics Program evaluates traits of interest to breeders and producers, such as yield and grain quality. The Genetics Program uses traditional methods and biotechnology to develop new knowledge and techniques that facilitate the incorporation of desired genes into U.S. rice varieties.

Program Leader
Pinson, Dr. Shannon (USDA-ARS)

Program Personnel
Seaberg, Faye
Roberts, Piper

2004

Developing Rice Varieties with Improved Fissure Resistance: Step 1. Identifying Effective Breeder Selection Techniques.

2003

Tracking and Taming Rice Genes: How Research Geneticists assist Plant Breeders

2002

Physical and Chemical Factors Underlying Fissure Resistance