Animals, Agriculture & Food
W300 Inbred Carrot Line
WARF: P200127US01
Inventors: Irwin Goldman
The Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF) is seeking commercial partners interested in developing a new inbred carrot line marked by Nantes-type rounded tip, uniform and conical roots, and strong attachment of the tops to the roots.
Overview
According to the USDA, Wisconsin farmers produced 73,610 tons of carrots in 2010.
The Invention
UW-Madison researchers have developed a new inbred carrot line that was derived from crosses between two previously released inbred lines. The main characteristics of the new line, W300, are a Nantes-type rounded tip, uniform and conical roots, and strong attachment of the tops to the roots.
Applications
- Use as a pollinator or parent for hybrid lines or crossing
- Fresh market
Key Benefits
- Desirable characteristics
Additional Information
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Tech Fields
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