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R1 to R6 genes against late blight of potato was reported by_____________________________?

Correct answer: A. Biffen (1905)

  • A. Biffen (1905)
  • B. Flor (1956)
  • C. Van der plank (1963)
  • D. Painter (1951)

Explanation

Biffen reported the early genetic resistance of potato to late blight in 1905, associated with the R-gene concept later developed through studies of multiple resistance genes. Flor is linked mainly with the gene-for-gene concept in flax rust, not this potato report.

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