Radish cultivar TBG 36

#The present invention relates to a new and distinctive radish cultivar designated TBG 36 (Raphanus sativus L.). All publications cited in this application are herein incorporated by reference.

#There are numerous steps in the development of any novel, desirable plant germplasm. Plant breeding begins with the analysis and definition of problems and weaknesses of the current germplasm, the establishment of program goals, and the definition of specific breeding objectives. The next step is selection of germplasm that possess the traits to meet the program goals. The goal is to combine in a single variety or hybrid an improved combination of desirable traits from the parental germplasm. These important traits may include higher yield, rounder shape, smoother texture, hypocotyl size, higher seed yield, improved color, resistance to diseases and insects, tolerance to drought and heat, as well as better agronomic quality. With mechanical harvesting of many crops, uniformity of plant characteristics such as germination and stand establishment, growth rate, and maturity is important.

#All cultivated forms of radish belong to the family Cruciferae (alt. Brassicaceae) and are grown for their edible hypocotyl. Radishes are believed to be native to China and appear to be one of the first European crops introduced into the Americas. There are numerous types of radishes produced throughout the world, with many sizes, colors (white, various shades of red, and black) and shapes (such as round, oblong, and long) available. In the United States, the most familiar type of radish is the small, red globe table radish, which can be found in supermarkets year-round. Generally, commercial radishes are grown wherever environmental conditions permit the production of an economically viable yield. In the United States, the top producing states for radishes (Raphanus sativus) are Florida, California, Michigan, Minnesota, and Ohio. Radish is consumed mainly raw as a salad ingredient, tray vegetable, or garnish, but can also be eaten as a cooked or pickled vegetable. The primary known nutritional value provided by radishes is Vitamin C.

#In the description and tables which follow, a number of terms are used. In order to provide a clear and consistent understanding of the specification and claims, including the scope to be given such terms, the following definitions are provided:

#Abiotic stress. As used herein, abiotic stress relates to all non-living chemical and physical factors in the environment. Examples of abiotic stress include, but are not limited to, drought, flooding, salinity, temperature, and climate change.

#Allele. Any of one or more alternative forms of a genetic sequence. In a diploid cell or organism, the two alleles of a given sequence typically occupy corresponding loci on a pair of homologous chromosomes.