Combining ability estimations in quality protein maize for silage
Cruz L., E.
Combining ability estimations in quality protein maize for silage - Mexico, DF (Mexico) : CIMMYT, 2003. - 2 pages - Printed
In Mexico, maize silage generally has low energetic values in comparison to silage from the USA and Europe. This has been attributed to the selection emphasis on forage yield without considering nutritive value (Nunez et al. 2001). To improve silage quality, it is necessary to selecte the best hybrids with both characteristics. There is sufficient evidence of hybrid differences in protein, fiber, and dry matter digestibility (Allen et al.1995). The objective of this study was to estimate the general and specific combining ability (GCA and SCA respectively) of eight lines and their 28 single crosses.
Text in English
970-648-106-0
Grain
Yields
Maize
Protein content
Quality
Silage
Zea mays
Hybrids
Combining ability estimations in quality protein maize for silage - Mexico, DF (Mexico) : CIMMYT, 2003. - 2 pages - Printed
In Mexico, maize silage generally has low energetic values in comparison to silage from the USA and Europe. This has been attributed to the selection emphasis on forage yield without considering nutritive value (Nunez et al. 2001). To improve silage quality, it is necessary to selecte the best hybrids with both characteristics. There is sufficient evidence of hybrid differences in protein, fiber, and dry matter digestibility (Allen et al.1995). The objective of this study was to estimate the general and specific combining ability (GCA and SCA respectively) of eight lines and their 28 single crosses.
Text in English
970-648-106-0
Grain
Yields
Maize
Protein content
Quality
Silage
Zea mays
Hybrids