Three Steps to Become an Independent Plant Breeder

Do you keep a close vigil over your garden and stay alert with every change that is reflected in your garden? Then you will definitely be aware when your plant shows some variation in its growth pattern in contrast to the regular style. For example, your plant can look shorter, the flowers can be of a different shape or color, the fragrance could be different, the blooming pattern could change etc. Rather than looking astounded, you can turn into an independent plant breeder and contact any nearby breeder services for further help. Having found the unique plant, you can follow these three steps to replicate the unique plant for additional breeding work. How? Here are the steps:

Collect the cuttings

This breeding method is known as selection which relies on close observation. You have to keep checking the new variety and let it grow and seed naturally. You can collect the seedlings replant them to reconfirm the new breed of plant. Once you have confirmed, it is a new breed altogether, you can send it to accredited breeding centers for evaluation.

Assess your cuttings

Breeding centers will assess your cuttings if you have chosen to breed in the vegetative method. You need to send a proper cutting, not close to root or shoot for correct assessment. Also if you are sending with the root, you should cover the root with a damp tissue so that plant does not dry out. Wrap them neatly and puncture holes in the plastic bag for aeration while sending the plant for assessment.

Patenting and plant development

If the breeding agency finds your species to be a good variety that is rich and also fertile, they will notify you accordingly and you can patent the plant breed on your name. This will make you an independent breeder and you can continue to stick to your garden or explore further by associating yourself to a nursery that specializes in breeding.

So, these were the three basic steps that if followed with dedication and perfection, can turn you into an expert plant breeder by inventing new breeds. As a result, you will get high satisfaction and acknowledgement as well. For more advices and suggestions you can approach a good horticultural centre. The experts will give you all the necessary training and tips to become successful as a plant breeder.