Course Overview
This 5-module Advanced Plant Breeding Course is designed for researchers, scientists, and agricultural professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in crop improvement through classical and modern breeding approaches. Participants will explore advanced genetic techniques, molecular tools, and breeding program design strategies aimed at enhancing crop performance, resilience, and nutritional value. The course integrates practical case studies and real-world applications to empower participants with actionable knowledge for advancing food production and sustainability.
DURATION
5 Days
Target Audience
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Plant Breeders and Geneticists
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Agricultural Researchers
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Crop Scientists
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Seed Company Experts
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Biotechnologists
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Government and NGO Professionals in Agriculture
Course Level: Advanced
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
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Master advanced methods in plant breeding and genetics
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Utilize molecular markers and genomic selection tools
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Integrate biotechnology with traditional breeding practices
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Design and evaluate breeding trials and selection schemes
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Apply plant breeding strategies to address climate and market demands
COURSE OUTLINE
Module 1: Foundations of Advanced Plant Breeding
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Overview of traditional vs. modern breeding methods
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Genetic principles and trait heritability
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Designing breeding objectives and strategies
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Case Study: Improving yield through recurrent selection
Module 2: Molecular and Genomic Tools in Breeding
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Marker-assisted selection (MAS) and QTL mapping
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Genomic selection and genome-wide association studies (GWAS)
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Use of bioinformatics in plant breeding
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Practical Exercise: Analyzing genotype data for selection
Module 3: Breeding for Stress Tolerance and Adaptability
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Drought, salinity, and pest resistance breeding
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Screening techniques and field trial designs
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Participatory breeding for smallholder systems
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Group Activity: Developing a climate-resilient crop plan
Module 4: Biotech Integration and Emerging Technologies
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Transgenics, gene editing (CRISPR), and synthetic biology
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Ethical and regulatory considerations
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Technology transfer and commercialization pathways
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Simulation: Designing a biotech-enhanced breeding pipeline
Module 5: Breeding Program Management and Impact Assessment
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Planning and executing multi-location trials
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Data collection, statistical analysis, and interpretation
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Evaluating socio-economic and environmental impacts
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Final Project: Creating a comprehensive plant breeding program proposal
Customized Training
This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.
Requirements
Participants need to be proficient in English.
Training Fee
The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.
Certification
A certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions is awarded upon successful completion.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.
Payment
Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.
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