The objective of this study was to assess morphological and genetic diversities of 48 forage pea landraces collected from different locations at different altitudes in Turkey. Morphological, quality, and yield features were determined for the landraces and three control cultivars in three subsequent years. Genetic diversities of the landraces and cultivars were also monitored using microsatellite (SSR) markers. Our results revealed that the features of landraces are significantly different. The hay weights and the relative feed values were found to be significantly affected by altitude, with the landraces generally showing significantly higher hay weight and relative feed values at lower altitudes (P |
