Late wilt disease (LWD), caused by Magnaporthiopsis maydis, is a serious constraint in maize production, particularly affecting hybrids like ‘Hema’. In this study, 11 inbred lines, developed from the susceptible parent NAI-137 using marker-assisted selection (MAS), were evaluated...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i113236
Genetic diversity, encompassing the variety of genes within a species, is crucial for feeding humanity and stands as a cornerstone for crop improvement. It aids in adaptation of crops to the changing environmental conditions, resistance to pests and diseases, and the development...
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Research Article10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i73327
The use of the speed breeding method is widely considered to be the wave of the future in plant breeding. The term "speed breeding" is used to describe a rapid generational advancement technique that is used to minimise the time it takes from seed to seed, therefore reducing the...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpss/2023/v35i72873