The faba bean (Vicia faba L.) is cultivated in the Mediterranean and Aegean regions only. It is a rich source of protein and an important source of food and feed for human and animal consumption. Faba beans have a narrow genetic base and their improvement through hybridization is not feasible because of high pollen self-incompatibility. This study was carried out using the embryonic axis of cv. Filiz99 and Eresen87 regenerated on MS medium containing 11 different combinations of BAP and NAA. The results showed 100% shoot regeneration frequency with maximum number of 3.3 and 3.5 shoots per explant on cv. Filiz99 and Eresen87 respectively. Regenerating shoots were rooted on 1 mg L–1 IAA. The in vitro regenerated shoots were continuously cultured for 3 weeks to acclimatize them. This approach could improve broad bean seed germination and subsequently regeneration. The results could also facilitate genetic transformation studies.
Primary Language | English |
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Subjects | Agricultural Engineering |
Journal Section | Research Articles |
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Publication Date | April 1, 2022 |
Submission Date | January 27, 2022 |
Acceptance Date | February 11, 2022 |
Published in Issue | Year 2022 Volume: 5 Issue: 2 |