Comparative analysis of BLUP and GCA for parental selection in marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) for hybrid development

The area under marigold cultivation is increasing over the years and so is the demand for marigold seeds. To meet the increasing demand, hybrid varieties are preferred as they produce higher yields, for which the right parental selection is of major concern. Male sterility being the prerequisite fo...

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Main Authors: A Sumalatha, B R Chandana, L Dedhia, D C Lakshmana Reddy, M Arivalagan, V V Bhaskar, P Tejaswini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Society for Promotion of Horticulture - Indian Institute of Horticultural Research 2023-12-01
Series:Journal of Horticultural Sciences
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Online Access:https://jhs.iihr.res.in/index.php/jhs/article/view/2106