Combining Ability of Sixteen USA Maize Inbred Lines and Their Outbreeding Prospects in China

Combining Ability of Sixteen USA Maize Inbred Lines and Their Outbreeding Prospects in China

In China, there is an increasing need for greater genetic diversity in maize (<i>Zea mays</i> L.) germplasm and hybrids appropriate for mechanical harvesting. In order to test and distinguish American maize inbred lines with exceptional combining ability, four Chinese maize inbred lines...

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Main Authors: Ji-ying Sun, Ju-lin Gao, Xiao-fang Yu, Jian Liu, Zhi-jun Su, Ye Feng, Dong Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-11-01
Series:Agronomy
Subjects:
USA inbred lines
combining ability
machine harvesting characteristics
yield characteristics
control heterosis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4395/8/12/281

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