Table 3.
Applicability of pure line populations in genetic studies and breeding.
| Population type | Generating new breeding material | Preliminary QTL mapping | Fine mapping | Gene identification | Gene function analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DH lines | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| RILs | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| NILs | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |