Microsatellites in Berry Crops

Microsatellites, also referred to as Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs), are short sequences of DNA consisting of 1–6 base pairs that are present across the genome with high variability in repeat units.

These markers are valuable tools for genetic research, including genetic mapping, population genetics, marker-assisted selection and genetic diversity studies.

Using computational approaches, microsatellites can be efficiently identified from genomic data. BerrySSRDB provides SSR-related information for important berry crops in a simple and accessible database.