Development and validation of breeder-friendly gene-based markers for and genes conferring low phytic acid in maize kernel.

Based on C (wild) to T (mutant) transition at amino acid position 1432 bp of gene, two dominant markers each specific to wild type () and mutant () allele were developed and validated across seven F populations. Joint segregation of these markers behaved in co-dominant fashion, clearly distinguishing heterozygote from two other homozygote genotypes. Full length sequence alignment between wild type () and mutant () allele revealed one transition mutation (A to G) and a co-dominant CAPS marker was developed which differentiated all three types of segregants across seven F populations.

Microsatellite marker-based characterization of waxy maize inbreds for their utilization in hybrid breeding.

Waxy corn possesses 95-100% amylopectin, compared to 70-75% in normal maize, owing to mutation in gene encoding a granule-bound starch synthase I. Amylopectin is used as an ingredient in textile, adhesive and paper industries. Further, waxy green cob is popular as breakfast item in South Asia and an important constituent of diet in north-eastern states of India as well.