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Method of regeneration of Medicago sativa and expressing foreign DNA in same

US6566137B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 1999
Grant dateMay 20, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01H4/008
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to improved transformation and regeneration of alfalfa, Medicago sativa. Regeneration and transformation of alfalfa is made possible by use of immature cotyledons of alfalfa. By using immature cotyledon tissue, it is possible to regenerate and transform varieties of alfalfa never before capable of regeneration and transformation.

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