Objectives 2:
Phenotyping

Phenotypic characterisation of novel legume germplasm.
This will involve:

a) evaluating priority traits for different species by members of the PCGIN, taking account of the assessment of priorities already indicated by a breeders' survey

b) making informed choices on the species, germplasm, traits and specific biotic stresses to be studied, to include the use of exotic germplasm

c) developing a series of protocols for assessment of the traits required, with rapid and reproducible scoring techniques and reliable methodology for G x E interactions established at three sites (NIAB, JIC, PGRO)

d) correlating genetic marker data, where available, with phenotypic characters