<i>SNPscan breeder</i> – a computer program to test genomic tools in breeding programs

Abstract SNPscan breeder is a software that enables the simulation of breeding programs using simulated individual whole genome data, different genetic architectures trait interest, mating designs and selection criteria, i.e. pheno-types, values from progeny tests, marker-assisted (MAS) genomic (GS). The impact population size, design, intensity, architecture, heritability criteria on gains, kinship, inbreeding diversity can be evaluated to optimize program. A special feature possibility for post-hoc analysis strategies identify causal SNPs allele effects within frame genome-wide association studies (GWAS). proportion true false positive correlation estimated allelic measured overall their use MAS success program tested.