Detection of bsd1, a gene responsible for breaking seed dormancy by machine threshing in barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)

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• The identification of the bsd1 gene significantly facilitates breaking seed dormancy in barley, improving germination rates.
• Key evidence highlights that barley with bsd1 shows a marked increase in seed germination, aiding crop yields.
• Analysis of gene activity during machine threshing reveals important molecular pathways affecting seed dormancy.
• These findings indicate that integrating bsd1 technologies may enhance barley cultivation and agricultural efficiency.