The genetic structure of CIMMYT and U.S. inbreds and its implications for tropical maize breeding
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DOI: 10.1002/csc2.20394
Abstract: Assigned to Associate Editor Timothy Beissinger. Abstract The use of temperate maize (Zea mays L.) inbreds with expired Plant Variety Protection in tropical maize breeding programs could enhance the combining ability for grain yield among… read more here.
Keywords: cimmyt; tropical maize; heterotic groups; maize breeding ... See more keywords
Genetic diversity and population structure of early and extra-early maturing maize germplasm adapted to sub-Saharan Africa
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DOI: 10.1186/s12870-021-02829-6
Abstract: Background Assessment and effective utilization of genetic diversity in breeding programs is crucial for sustainable genetic improvement and rapid adaptation to changing breeding objectives. During the past two decades, the commercialization of the early and… read more here.
Keywords: maize; heterotic groups; extra early; structure ... See more keywords
Identification of Heterotic Groups and Patterns Based on Genotypic and Phenotypic Characteristics Among Rice Accessions of Diverse Origins
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DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.811124
Abstract: Identification of the right parental combinations to maximize heterosis is the major goal of hybrid breeding, which could be achieved through identification of heterotic groups. The main objective of this study was to identify promising… read more here.
Keywords: diverse origins; rice; guang8a; heterotic groups ... See more keywords