Main Strengths of the GDM Breeding Program
Broad Soybean Genetic Base
The Germplasm pool is the foundation of a breeding program. Our Global presence allows us to maximize genetic diversity.
Scale of the Program and Broad Testing Network
We run more than 1.2 million plots/year at 187 locations in 15 countries. Our extensive scale gives us a deep understanding of the performance of our genetic base in each market.
Speed
We can reduce the breeding cycle from 12-13 years to 5-7 years through multiple generations/year and early generation testing. Shorter breeding cycles allow greater adaptability to environmental changes and new production systems.
High quality breeding know-how
- Highly skilled staff members.
- World-class field testing quality with focus on yield: logistics, mechanization and good management practices.
- Computer systems with statistical analysis tools for global management.
- Special program for the selection of wide adaptation in different varieties.
- Hard work in major crop diseases, in greenhouses and field screening, with the assistance of molecular markers.
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People dedicated to the soybean R&D Program
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1.2 millions soybean plots per year
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Development Locations
Genetic & Enviromental Diversity to obtain the Best Product
Integrated Technologies to Enhance Genetic Gain in the GDM Breeding Program
Farm Equipment
- Hi-tech equipment
- Skilled human resources
Process Engineering
- Process design
- Process control
- Process operations
Integrated System
- Global software
- Mobile data collection
Data Analysis
- Statistical analysis
- Business analytics
Image Analysis
- Remote pilloted aircraft (drone)
- GIS technology
Phyto Pathology
- GH test
- Field test
- Trait introgression
Biotechnology
- Marker-assisted selection (MAS)
- Marker-assisted backcrossing (MABC)
- Gene Pyramiding
- Gene discovery
- Purity analysis
Premises to select the best variety with adjusted management recommendations in the GDM Development Program
Robust Database
The Development Program generates a robust database complementary to the Research Program with focus on the selection and management recommendations.
Innovation
In the constant search for new management practices to achieve a better match between the genotype and the environment.
Farmer's Technology Testing
Planting large plots and the use of machinery farmer use in his own production environments ensures high correlation between test results and their field results in real farms.
Spacial And Temporal Variability
Deep understanding of the interaction between genotype and environment to optimize the relationship between yield potential and yield variability.
Agronomic Quality
Nothing could correct a poor site selection, planting, maintenance and harvesting of a trial. A high quality trial is the basis of a development program.
Statistical Significance
Different kinds of regional and global analysis based on mixed linear models and multivariate techniques ensure a correct interpretation of the data.