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Seeds, Rootstocks & BreedingWhy must a mango genomic prediction model be checked on independent material?
A model can appear accurate when assessed on material too similar to the data used to build it. Testing an independent group provides a more useful indication of how well it may guide future selection. Record family relationships and evaluation environments when interpreting accuracy. A prediction system should be judged against the breeding decisions it will support, including whether it works for new families or sites.