December 1973
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14 Citations
BioScience
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December 1973
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3 Reads
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14 Citations
BioScience
... In conclusion, to effectively exploit the additive genetic variation for (1) yield per plant, (2) tolerance to stresses, and (3) responsiveness to inputs, maize should be treated as an autogamous crop. This means that selection for inbred vigor (a term coined by Fasoulas 1974) should start from the F2 of outstanding hybrids grown in the absence of competition controlled selfing, and continue until the development of outstanding inbreds. Exploitation of heterosis will be practiced at the end, among the few inbreds excelling in yield per plant, tolerance to stresses, responsiveness to inputs, and quality. ...
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HONEYCOMB BREEDING
December 1973
BioScience