Parental Genome Assemblies of Suyunuo1 Reveal Structural Variation Underlying Edible Waxy Maize Evolution, Superior Hybrid Performance and Yield - Flavor Balance
Ling Zhou, Jun Hong, Wenming Zhao, Tifu Zhang, Lihua Ning, Long Ruan, Huixue Dai, Han Zhao
The paper assembles high-quality genomes of two waxy maize inbreds, identifies structural variations contributing to yield and flavor traits, and highlights their role in hybrid performance.
bioRxiv · Sep 28, 2026 · PreprintPlant Biology