Gene mapping and identification of candidate genes controlling carotenoid accumulation of yellow kernels in foxtail millet

Abstract Background Kernel color is an important characteristic of foxtail millet (Setaria italica) associated with its market ability, quality, and nutritional value, which is mainly due to the accumulation of carotenoids. Despite its importance, the genetic basis of carotenoid variation in foxtail...

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Main Authors: Junjie Wang, Qi Ma, Yuyang Zhang, Qian Duan, Xiaoxi Zhen, Yaoyuan Zhang, Hongying Li, Yuanhuai Han, Bin Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-04-01
Series:BMC Plant Biology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12870-025-06585-9
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