Integrative GWAS and transcriptomic analyses identify candidate genes associated with oil content and fatty acid composition in safflower

Key Points

• Candidate genes associated with oil content and fatty acid composition were identified in safflower, leading to potential agricultural advancements.
• Key findings include the identification of specific genes linked to oil production and fatty acid profiles, with implications for crop yield.
• Observational analysis using integrative GWAS and transcriptomic methods pinpointed genetic variations affecting oil traits.
• These insights may enhance breeding programs, addressing diversity in oil content and improving safflower's agricultural potential.