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Objectives of the First GL-TTP Workshop
Reflecting the needs of grain legume breeders, the workshop focused on the exploitation of genetic resources, and on the concrete use and integration of molecular technologies in breeding. The main themes addressed in this first workshop were genetic diversity, disease resistance, abiotic stress tolerance and seed quality.

The workshop consisted of highly interactive sessions, where the specific needs and interests of grain legume breeders were addressed through concrete examples of research application, training sessions, and direct transfer of genetic material. Most importantly, proposals were brainstormed throughout the workshop to set up Research & Development and Technology Transfer projects in partnership between research scientists and plant breeders.

Audience
The primarily intended audience was the GL-TTP members: mostly grain legume breeders that are eager to embrace new technologies and set up international networks to optimise their exploitation of genetic resources, and research scientists that are interested in interacting with industry and in setting up partnership for future R&D.

The workshop was open to non-GL-TTP members interested in learning more about GL-TTP activities, or simply interested in hearing, and discussing with, some of our renowned guest contributors.