Megathyrsus maximus Diversity Panel
This study utilised a total of 124 accessions of M. maximus to identify 25 marker-trait associations (MTAs) across 13 chromosomes, associated with 11 agronomic, nutritional quality, and yield traits evaluated under field and greenhouse conditions. These findings represent a significant step forward in understanding key traits in forage crops, supporting breeding efforts and enabling the development of more resilient forage varieties suited to water-limited environments.