Plant Genetics
Molecular markers and sequencing for advanced plant breeding.
Genetic analysis for varietal certification, climate resilience, abiotic stress resistance, and pathogen identification.
Plant genetic solutions tailored for high-value crops.
Plant breeding, genetic traceability, and molecular diagnostics tailored for producers, nurseries, and cooperatives.
Our plant genetics services enable producers, nurseries, and cooperatives to differentiate varieties with precision, develop molecular markers linked to traits of interest, and perform advanced diagnostics against pathogens and viroids. Through sequencing and bioinformatics techniques, we deliver reliable solutions to certify plant material, ensure genetic traceability, and design breeding programmes adapted to climate change and abiotic stresses.
Diagnostic services
Our plant health diagnostic services enable the precise and reliable detection of pathogens in plant samples using cutting-edge molecular technologies. We employ conventional PCR and real-time qPCR for the rapid and sensitive identification of specific pathogens such as viruses, viroids, bacteria, and fungi, even in the early stages of infection when symptoms are not yet visible. These techniques deliver quantitative and reproducible results, essential for decision-making in crop management, breeding, and phytosanitary programs.In addition, we offer RNA sequencing, allowing for comprehensive and unbiased detection of any known infectious organism within a sample. This approach provides a complete view of the plant-associated microbiome and facilitates the identification of mixed infections and emerging pathogens.Plant breeding programmes
Our plant breeding programmes are designed to develop new high-value varieties, tailored to the specific needs of each client and aligned with market demands.We combine traditional breeding methods with modern biotechnological techniques such as molecular marker analysis (SNPs, STRs, InDels), marker-assisted selection (MAS), gene editing, and multi-omics characterisation (genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics). This integration accelerates selection processes and ensures more precise and predictable results.These programmes allow us to obtain plants with improved traits, including higher yields, pest and disease resistance, tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses, enhanced nutritional and organoleptic quality, and production cycles adapted to diverse agricultural systems.Varietal differentiation
Varietal differentiation is a specialised service that enables the genetic identification and distinction of varieties within the same plant species, ensuring traceability, authenticity, and protection of high-value plant resources.To achieve this, we employ next-generation sequencing (NGS) and molecular markers (SSRs, SNPs, InDels, STRs, among others), which provide highly specific and reproducible genetic profiles. These tools allow us to detect even the smallest DNA variations, guaranteeing precise differentiation between varieties that may appear morphologically indistinguishable.This type of analysis is essential for plant breeding programmes, varietal certification, intellectual property protection, and quality control across agricultural value chains, as it ensures the correct identification of materials and prevents misidentification or commercial fraud.Molecular markers developement
Molecular marker development involves the identification and validation of new DNA sequences associated with traits of interest in plants, such as disease resistance, tolerance to abiotic stresses, fruit quality, maturation cycle, or specific morphological characteristics.Using next-generation sequencing (NGS), genomic analyses, and genotype–phenotype association studies, we can discover highly reliable molecular markers that serve as precise tools for marker-assisted selection (MAS) in plant breeding programs.The use of these markers makes it possible to accelerate selection processes, shorten generation cycles, and increase efficiency in obtaining new varieties with desired traits, ensuring reproducible and predictable results.Connect with Our Experts
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Do you have any questions?
Here you can find out more about our plant genetics services, from marker-guided breeding programmes to our genetic traceability analyses.
What main services does Leafgene Solutions offer?
Our activity is structured into three key areas:
- In vitro plant sanitation: exclusive protocols to eliminate viruses and viroids in high-value crops and recover pathogen-free mother plants.
- Plant genetics: varietal improvement programmes guided by molecular data and genetic traceability to certify varieties and develop new, more resistant and competitive lines.
- Biotechnology consulting: specialised technical advice to integrate biotechnology solutions into the strategies of producers, nurseries, and cooperatives.
What does your plant genetics service consist of?
We develop varietal improvement programmes to obtain varieties that are more tolerant to climate change (drought, heat) and with valuable commercial traits (hop aroma, quality of red berries, ripening adaptation on the vine or persimmon). We offer genetic traceability, creating molecular profiles that guarantee varietal authenticity and protect intellectual property. We also provide any type of bioinformatics analysis and can perform DNA/RNA extraction and sequencing.
How to work with us
Fill out the online form, indicating the crop and service you are interested in (in vitro plant health, plant genetics, or biotechnology consulting). Our team will respond within 72 hours with a tailored proposal.