This article throws light upon the top four breeding methods applicable to cucumber. The methods are: 1. Routine Backcross Programme Method 2. Pedigree Method 3. Use of Sex Inheritance and Chemicals in Breeding Method 4. Population Improvement and Extraction of Inbred Lines Method. 1. Routine Backcross Programme Method: This has been quite useful for transferring characters governed by single genes, [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Origin of Carrot 2. Production of Carrot 3. Floral Biology and Pollination 4. Qualitative Genes 5. Breeding Goals 6. Varietal Groups 7. Genetic Resources 8. Selection Criteria 9. Breeding Methods 10. Applications of Biotechnology 11. Research and Trends in Carrot Seed Production 12. Varieties. Contents: Origin of Carrot Production of Carrot [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Origin and Botany of Knolkhol 2. Breeding Objectives of Knolkhol 3. Breeding Methods of Knolkhol 4. Useful Donors of Knolkhol 5. Cultivar Description of Kohlrabi 6. Varieties of Knolkhol. Origin and Botany of Knolkhol: It has been described by the writers in ancient Rome. It developed in northern Europe in the [...]