Genetic improvement and its effect on the genetic diversity of habanero chili (Capsicum chinense Jacq.)

• Castillo-Aguilar, Crescencio C. ^[1] ; Chiquini-Medina Ramón A. ^[2] ; Chiquini-Medina Ricardo A. ^[3]
  1. [1] Colegio de Postgraduados

     Colegio de Postgraduados

     México

     
  2. [2] Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico Agropecuario
  3. [3] Tecnológico Nacional de México/Instituto Tecnológico de Chiná

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• Localización: Agro Productividad, ISSN-e 2594-0252, Vol. 15, Nº. 1, 2022 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Enero), págs. 103-109
• Idioma: inglés
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  • ABSTR ACT Objective: To determine the impact of genetic improvement on the maintenance and preservation of the genetic diversity of habanero chili (Capsicum chinense Jacq.).

    Methodology: We reviewed topics related to the genetic improvement and diversity of habanero chili. We included historic reviews, as well as interviews with plant breeders and nursery growers of the Yucatán Peninsula. The information thus obtained was classified, analyzed, and discussed.

    Results: The introduction and use of hybrids and varieties is affecting the genetic diversity of habanero chili, restricting the cultivation of local varieties and, therefore, the use of the Designation of Origin.

    Conclusions: Regional genetic improvement is needed to preserve genetic diversity