The combining ability of extra-early maturing quality protein maize (Zea mays) inbred lines and the performance of their hybrids in Striga-infested and low-nitrogen environments

The combining ability of extra-early maturing quality protein maize (Zea mays) inbred lines and the performance of their hybrids in Striga-infested and low-nitrogen environments

Maize production in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces challenges due to the damage caused by the parasitic weed, Striga hermonthica (Del.) Benths and low soil nitrogen. To address these constraints and improve food security and nutrition, this study assessed the combining ability of 47 inbred lines and...

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Main Authors: Gbemisola Okunlola, Baffour Badu-Apraku, Omolayo Ariyo, Moninuola Ayo-Vaughan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems
Subjects:
maize
QPM inbred lines
Striga
low-N
genetics
stability
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fsufs.2023.1238874/full

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