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Improving starch yield in cereals by over-expression of ADPglucose pyrophosphorylase: Expectations and unanticipated outcomes.

Authors :
Tuncel, Aytug
Okita, Thomas W.
Source :
Plant Science. Oct2013, Vol. 211, p52-60. 9p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Highlights: [•] Plant growth and development is dependent on efficient source–sink relationships. [•] Manipulation of starch metabolism has the potential to increase plant productivity and yields. [•] Enhancing starch metabolism can have surprising effects on enhancing yields in cereals. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01689452
Volume :
211
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Plant Science
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
90006110
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plantsci.2013.06.009