In a breeding program, studies of genotypic and phenotypic relationships among agricultural
crop traits are useful to design, evaluate, and develop selection criteria for desirable traits …

The associations among yield‐related traits and the pattern of influence on rice grain yield
were investigated. This evaluation is important to determine the direct and indirect effects of …

Grafting is regarded as an integral component of sustainable vegetable production. It is
important in the management of soil-borne diseases, and reports suggest that grafting with …

Key message FHB resistance shared pleiotropic loci with plant height and anther retention.
Genomic prediction allows to select for genomic background reducing FHB susceptibility in …

Rachman F, Trikoesoemaningtyas, Wirnas D, Reflinur. 2022. Estimation of genetic
parameters and heterosis through line× tester crosses of national sorghum varieties and …

Understanding the genetic variability using different qualitative and quantitative traits plays a
significant role in kenaf breeding program. To achieve this objective, a study was conducted …

In Ethiopia, chili (Capsicum annum L.) is an important dietary component. Chili is produced
as a source of income for smallholder farmers covering a large share of the national as well …

Character correlation and path coefficient analysis study was conducted using 55 hot
pepper genotypes with the objectives to assess the nature of character correlation at …

Selection based on yield alone may not be effective for yield improvement in plant breeding
programs. Thus, in order to progress the genetic gains during selection, yield should be …

ABSTRACT A better understanding of the various desirable characteristics present in chili
(Capsicum annuum L.) genotypes has aided in developing more effective selection methods …