Genetic dissection and genomic prediction of drought indices in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) genotypes

Key Points

• Drought indices significantly vary across bread wheat genotypes, indicating gene influence.
• Key evidence shows specific genotypes outperform others under drought conditions, revealing their potential utility in breeding.
• The analysis utilizes genomic prediction techniques to estimate drought tolerance traits across diverse wheat genotypes.
• This study highlights the need for targeted breeding strategies to enhance drought resilience in wheat crops.