Update:
Protein and oil data was collected via NIR on 2-3 replicates of 2-3 locations of nearly 1000 breeding lines. Data for 2018 as well as multi-year summaries have been calculated. Based on this data as well prior reports on pest and disease resistance, we have prepared materials for release of three cultivars including two for the tofu and soy milk market. Of additional interest are seven natto cultivars that have undergone their second year of yield testing, with two lines exhibiting promising yield and seed size. Students have been making rapid progress, with one student (Stephanie Karhoff) having a manuscript on characterization of resistance to Phytophthora sojae recently accepted and preparing to defend her defense this semester.