After reading this article you will learn about the mechanism for hybrid seed production. This is the most simple mechanism of producing F1 hybrid seed provided: (i) Emasculation and pollination are easy to perform. (ii) More seeds per pollination are produced. (iii) Price of hybrid seed is economical in relation to the cost of manual […]
Mechanisms for Hybrid Seed Production | Vegetable Breeding
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4 Main Steps of Hybrid Seed Production | Plant Breeding
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The following points highlight the four main steps of hybrid seed production. The steps are: 1. Choice and Development of Seed Parent (A-Line) 2. Choice and Development of Restorer or Male Parent (R-Line) 3. Maintenance and Multiplication of Parental Seeds 4. Production and Improvement of F1 Hybrids. Step # 1. Choice and Development of Seed […]