6th international symposium on brassica and 18th crucifer genetic workshop

November 10-13, 2012 in Catania (Italy) the 6 th International Symposium on Brassica and 18 th Crucifer Genetic Workshop was held. The meeting was devoted to achievements of breeding and seed production of cabbage crops, Brassica genome research, molecular genetics, development of new lines with a high content of biological active substances, and seed quality. Scientists of VNIISSOK took an active part in the conference and presented three oral and poster presentations.