Maximum yield per unit area may be obtained by growing maize hybrids that can withstand high plant density. Maize genotypes differ in plant density tolerance (PDT). The objectives of the present investigation were to identify the density tolerant genotypes, to estimate the superi...
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Research Article10.9734/ARJA/2017/36053
Type of gene action, heritability and genetic advance from selection are prerequisites for starting a breeding program for developing plant density tolerant variety of maize. The objective of the present investigation was to estimate general (GCA) and specific (SCA) combining abi...
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Research Article10.9734/AJAAR/2017/36040
Secondary Traits and Selection Environment of Plant Density Tolerance in Maize Inbreds and Testcrosses Secondary traits in maize are used in screening programs for selecting tolerant genotypes to a specific abiotic stress. Indirect selection would be effective if heritability of...
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Research Article10.9734/JABB/2017/35510
Knowledge on combining ability and type of gene action of available germplasm would help maize breeder in identifying proper parents and breeding procedure for improving plant density tolerance (PDT). A split plot experiment with three replications was carried out; where plant de...
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Research Article10.9734/JALSI/2017/35508
Information on the heterosis of maize germplasm is essential in maximizing the effectiveness of hybrid development. The objectives of the present study were to assess the effects of elevated plant density on mean performance and heterobeltiosis and to identify the best testcrosse...
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Research Article10.9734/ACRI/2017/35509