РусскийThe Germplasm Collection of FSBSI “FSC of Agricultural Biotechnology of the Far East named after A.K. Chaiki” comprises over 1,700 specimens, including 140 potato varieties and hybrids.
Research Activities
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Maintenance of the germplasm collection
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Expansion with new specimens
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Evaluation of germplasm to identify novel sources of valuable breeding traits
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Distribution of specimens to scientific institutions for breeding programs
Collection Composition
1. Plant Germplasm Collection
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Crops:
✓ Spring & winter wheat
✓ Spring barley
✓ Soybean
✓ Potato
✓ Rice
✓ Forage crops
✓ Corn -
Key Features:
✓ Diverse ecoregional origins
✓ Valuable traits for breeding:-
Disease resistance
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High yield potential
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Early maturity
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Enhanced starch & protein content
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2. Wood-Decay Basidiomycetes Collection
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Contents:
✓ Mycelium cultures of rare & medicinal mushrooms native to Primorsky kray -
Conservation Role:
✓ Protects species listed in the Red Book of Primorsky kray -
Applications:
✓ Mycelium production for commercial use
Shared-Use Research Facility
“The Germplasm Collection of FSBSI «FSC of Agricultural Biotechnology of the Far East named after A.K. Chaiki»”
Purpose
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Supports breeding innovation through access to diverse genetic material
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Enables collaborative research with other institutions
Key Advantages
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Genetic Diversity: Specimens adapted to various climates and soils
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Scientific Value: Critical for developing resilient, high-yielding crop varieties
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Ecological Significance: Contributes to fungal biodiversity conservation
