MSTRAT is a program for building germplasm core collections by maximizing allelic or phenotypic richness against given individuals number.
Schoen and Brown (1993) introduced this methodology of constitution of core collection.
As implemented initially, the so-called M (or maximization) strategy samples a core collection by maximizing the number of observed alleles at the marker loci. We have recently extended the M strategy to qualitative and quantitative variables.
The program may be downloaded and used free of charge. The program may be used for non-commercial purposes. When using this program for published work, the following reference should be cited:
Gouesnard B., Bataillon T.M., Decoux G., Rozale C., Schoen D.J., David J.L (2001). "MSTRAT: An Algorithm for Building Germ Plasm Core Collections by Maximizing Allelic or Phenotypic Richness". Journal of Heredity : 92(1) : 93-94