Comparative Analysis Reveals Changes in Some Seed Properties in Amaranth Mutant Variety ‘Zobor’ (A. hypochondriacus × A. hybridus)

The aim of our long-term research program is to improve the quality and quantity amaranth production through mutation breeding using ?-radiation. In this paper, we present characterization new variety ‘Zobor’ A. hypochondriacus × hybridus developed by radiation-induced mutagenesis hybrid K-433. Multiyear phenotypic an important yield parameter (1000-seed weight) showed that studied mutant has advantage in seed weight over nonirradiated control seeds K-433 with predictable performance trait. exhibited changes morphometric parameters, starch particle size, pasting properties no change amylose content swelling power. Moreover, significantly highest folate among selected varieties. could, therefore, be interesting for development functional foods as a low-management crop, attractive cultivation Europe.