F1 hybrid varieties ensure high uniformity of the product, give high yields due to heterosis, allow the rapid combination of different traits, and provide a natural protection of breeders right. The production of hybrid varieties requires homozygous inbred parental lines and reversible male sterility.

The complete homozygosity of parental lines ensures uniformity of the F1 hybrid crops, while male sterility facilitate the large-scale hybrid seed production without emasculation. The aim of the HybTech research is to use molecular approach to bring the reversible male sterility and doubled haploid technology to practice in a wide range of species.

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