Genotype × Environment Interactions in Crop Production—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Genotype × environment interactions (GEIs) have contributed significantly to the yield increase in important staple crops over the last 50–80 years and could continue to contribute to this increased productivity due to many factors including climate change.

The study of GEIs could result in the identification of superior genotypes in each environment, e.g., those with general adaptability to many environments or with specific adaptability in specific environments, increasing the productivity of agricultural systems.

This Special Issue aims to advance our understanding of GEI studies. This can lead to several benefits, including the following:

• Simplifying and improving the selection process for genotypes with broad adaptability and specific adaptability in special environments.
• Aiding in the identification of the most proper testing environments that represent a large part of the for-cultivation areas, which is necessary for the selection of high productivity and quality cultivars.
• Facilitating the development of strategies that optimize the allocation of resources in breeding programs or farming systems.
• Increasing the genetic gains of plant breeding programs.
• Identifying proper and user-friendly statistical tools.

By exploring GEIs, this Special Issue aims to provide valuable knowledge that can drive advancements in crop breeding programs and agricultural practices, contributing to food security and sustainable production.

Dr. Ioannis Mylonas
Dr. Elissavet Ninou
Prof. Dr. Fokion Papathanasiou
Guest Editors

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