Abstract

Developing drought-resistant cultivars in tree crops demands a meticulous and strategic genotypic selection process. This study introduces a novel and clever genotypic determination procedure aimed at establishing a breeding population for the purpose of cultivating drought-tolerant varieties in tree crops. The procedure encompasses a multifaceted approach integrating genomic analysis, phenotypic screening, and selective breeding strategies.

Our protocol involves an initial screening phase employing high-throughput genomic techniques to identify genetic markers associated with drought tolerance. Subsequently, identified genotypes exhibiting promising droughttolerant traits undergo rigorous phenotypic evaluations in controlled and field conditions to validate their performance under stress. Through a meticulous selection process based on the intersection of genotypic and phenotypic data, a rearing population comprising elite candidates demonstrating superior drought tolerance is established.

This innovative approach not only accelerates the breeding process but also ensures the development of tree crop varieties capable of withstanding drought conditions. The amalgamation of genotypic and phenotypic insights within the selection protocol paves the way for the cultivation of resilient tree crops, thereby contributing significantly to sustainable agriculture in water-limited environments.