Sustainable agricultural methods often mimic patterns and processes that characterize natural ecosystems. The phylogeny and evolution of crops have been of great interest to researchers for many years. Phylogenetic studies of crops and their wild relatives are a necessary and critical first step in the study of the genetic basis of domestication, as phylogeny is required to explain any phenotype in an evolutionary context. In addition, resolving sister relationships between crops and their wild relatives is key to recognizing the ancestry of cultivated plants. Crop evolution can shed light on processes such as domestication, population responses to long-term directional selection, and the genetic consequences of recent selective removal and restriction, and can also be a useful model for studying the molecular basis of the evolution of adaptive traits. Systematic genomics applies genomic data to reconstruct the evolutionary biology of organisms, including resolving evolutionary relationships between and within family branches, genera, and closely related species.
Fig. 1. The Maximum Likelihood (ML) phylogenetic trees of Juglandaceae. (Zhou et al., 2021)
Our evolution and phylogeny analysis solution
Our advanced next-generation sequencing (NGS) platform makes it easier and cheaper to generate large-scale genomic data. CD Genomics provides complete chloroplast genomes and whole genome resequencing data, enabling the provision of insights into the phylogenetic and evolutionary relationships of crops at many taxonomic levels. In addition, we improve the resolution of crop molecular phylogenies by maximizing the number of taxa sampled and the number of genetic markers used. We aim to:
Provide whole genome resequencing of the whole chloroplast genome, nuclear genome single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), ITS, and mitochondrial protein-coding genes (mtCDS) to reconstruct crop phylogenetic relationships.
Compare the plastid genomes of crops and determine the location and extent of genetic variation in these genomes.
Help clients develop environmentally sustainable varieties by gaining insight into the mechanisms of crop evolution and phylogeny.
Evolution and phylogeny analysis accelerate molecular breeding
Crop breeding is an evolving field, and understanding the evolutionary relationships between different crop varieties is critical to crop improvement and ensuring global food security. Phylogenetic relationships allow a better understanding of the overall evolutionary processes that produce plant biodiversity.
Uncovering genetic diversity. Through high-throughput sequencing, we can explore the genetic composition of a wide range of plant species, identifying SNPs and other genetic variants. We can help you construct comprehensive phylogenetic trees that reveal the evolutionary history of crops.
Evolutionary Timeline. Reconstructing time-calibrated phylogenies of crops based on the entire chloroplast genome, we help you analyze the timing of diversification at important nodes.
Discover wild relatives. Many cultivated crops have wild relatives that may have valuable traits such as disease resistance or drought tolerance. Our solutions help you identify the closest wild relatives of your crop species.
Targeted breeding strategies. Evolutionary and phylogenetic analyses can guide targeted breeding strategies. By understanding the genetic relationships between crop varieties, breeders can make informed decisions about which varieties to cross for specific traits. This precision breeding approach increases the efficiency of crop improvement programs.
Our strengths and features
Cutting-edge technology. We utilize the latest genomic technologies to ensure the highest quality data. We use advanced sequencing platforms and bioinformatics tools for robust and accurate phylogenetic analysis.
Expertise and experience. Our team has more than 20 years of genomics experience and consists of world-class experts in the fields of evolutionary biology and crop genomics. This wealth of knowledge enables us to provide valuable insights into agricultural evolution.
Comprehensive solutions. We offer a full suite of services, including DNA extraction, library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis. Our end-to-end solutions streamline the process and provide researchers with a one-stop resource.
With years of experience and state-of-the-art services, CD Genomics is dedicated to exploring the intricate evolutionary relationships and phylogenetic networks among a variety of plant species. Our whole genome and chloroplast genome sequencing provide a wealth of data that can be used to target agricultural evolutionary and phylogenetic analyses. If you are interested, please feel free to contact us.
Reference
Zhou, Huijuan, et al. "Whole genome based insights into the phylogeny and evolution of the Juglandaceae." BMC Ecology and Evolution 21.1 (2021): 1-16.
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CD Genomics is propelling the future of agriculture by employing cutting-edge sequencing and genotyping technologies to predict and enhance multiple complex polygenic traits within breeding populations.
Fig. 1. The Maximum Likelihood (ML) phylogenetic trees of Juglandaceae. (Zhou et al., 2021)
