| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6488001 | Current Opinion in Biotechnology | 2014 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
- Three main traits are involved in salt tolerance: ion exclusion, tissue tolerance and osmotic tolerance.
- Numerous genes encoding salt tolerance traits are likely to contribute to crop performance.
- A compilation of transgenes and their effects on salt tolerance traits in crops is presented.
- Temporal and spatial control of gene-expression are often important for increasing tolerance.
- Quantifying yields in saline soils, and using proper controls in field trials, can guide crop improvement programs.
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Authors
Stuart J Roy, Sónia Negrão, Mark Tester,