Expression patterns of candidate genes for the Lr46/Yr29 "slow rust" locus in common wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) and associated miRNAs inform of the gene conferring the Puccinia triticina resistance trait.
Leaf rust caused by Puccinia triticina (Pt) is one of the most impactful diseases causing substantial losses in common wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crops.In adult plants resistant to Pt, a horizontal adult plant resistance (APR) is observed: APR protects the plant against multiple pathogen races and is distinguished by durable persistence under pro