Genetic and Genomic Advances in Brassica Crops: Enhancing Yield and Resilience
A special issue of Agronomy (ISSN 2073-4395). This special issue belongs to the section "Crop Breeding and Genetics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 May 2026 | Viewed by 21
Special Issue Editors
Interests: plant genetics; epigenetics; genomics; transcriptional regulation; plant genetic resources; evolution; domestication; rice; oilseed rape
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Brassica crops are economically and nutritionally important species cultivated worldwide for oil, vegetables, and forage. With the rapid development of genomic tools and molecular breeding technologies, significant progress has been made in understanding the genetic architecture and regulatory mechanisms underlying complex traits in Brassica species. This Special Issue aims to showcase recent advances in genetic and genomic research that contribute to enhancing yield, stress tolerance, and overall crop performance. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, gene discovery, genome editing, polyploid genome evolution, subgenomic interactions, heterosis utilization, and germplasm innovation. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and short communications that address fundamental questions and applied challenges in the improvement of Brassica crops, offering novel insights and tools for sustainable agriculture.
Prof. Dr. Jianbo Wang
Prof. Dr. Bin Zhu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- Brassica
- genetic improvement
- genomic innovation
- stress tolerance
- yield enhancement
- heterosis
- subgenomic interaction
- gene editing
- molecular breeding
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