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Nature of the inheritance of gluten strength and carotenoid pigment content in winter by spring and durum wheat crosses (Triticum turgidum L. Var. durum)

Creator:: Ammar, Karim
Abstract:: Durum wheat cultivars for North-Eastern Oregon have to be competitive in terms of their yield potential with soft white winter wheat cultivars and meet strict quality requirements of the milling industry. Combining the high yield potential of fall planted durum wheat cultivars which have an acceptable level of winter hardiness...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Hayes and Dr D. Mok for their constructive criticism and useful suggestions. Thanks are also extended

Influence of competition on combining ability estimates and subsequent prediction of progeny performance in wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell.)

Creator:: Corral, Leonardo R.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Leonardo R. Corral for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Crop Science

Genetic variability and association between agronomic and quality characteristics in twenty-nine female genotypes of Humulus lupulus L.

Creator:: Roberts, Donald Day
Abstract:: The genetic variability in and association between 14 traits that affect maturity, yield, and chemical properties of its product. The plant characters measured were: vigor, flowering date, harvest date, yield, lateral length, nodes per lateral, cones per lateral, cones per vine, cone weight. Alpha-acid and beta-acid content of the cone,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Crabtree, Dr. A. Haunold, Dr. R. V. Frakes, Dr. R. L. Powelson, Dr. R. Bogart, and Dr. D. C. England for

Feasibility of developing bread wheat cultivars with acceptable protein content for non-traditional areas

Creator:: Lorenzo, Ariel
Abstract:: The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the possibility of developing high yielding wheat cultivars whose flour would result in acceptable loaf volumes for non-traditional bread wheat growing areas. Spring wheat germplasm employed included high protein hexaploid derivatives from Triticum dicoccoides, and selections from Argentina with good bread milling...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: University. A sincere thanks is also extended to Drs. S. Broich, V. Freed, D. Mok, and R. Quatrano for

Inheritance and association of earliness and grain yield in four winter x spring wheat crosses (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell.)

Creator:: Firat, Ahmet Ertug
Abstract:: Parental and segregating populations derived from four winter x spring wheat crosses were investigated to obtain information concerning the inheritance and association of earliness, grain yield and yieldrelated traits. Feasibility of selecting in early generations for these characteristics was also evaluated. Four winter wheat cultivars (Hyslop, Yamhill, Bezostaia 1, and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: to Dr. W. E. Kronstad, Dr. R. G. Petersen, Dr. W. L. McCuistion and Dr. D. C. Church for serving on

Evaluation of three methods of selection in relation to yield and yield stability in winter wheat (Triticum aestivum Vill., Host)

Creator:: Charoenwatana, Terd, 1937-
Abstract:: The effectiveness of early generation selection for yield and yield stability and the possible identification of superior parental combinations were studied in winter wheat populations representing different levels of genetic diversity. Experimental material for evaluating yield stability consisted of nine bulk and seven modified bulk populations derived from nine parental...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . K. E. Rowe, D. 0. Chilcote and R. E. Wrolstad for serving as members of the advisory committee

Identification and inheritance of factors influencing the rate and duration of grain fill in selected wheat populations, (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Chuhe, Chen
Abstract:: To study the grain filling traits in wheat, two winter cultivars and four spring cultivars were selected. The resulting Fl, F2, F3 and backcrosses were tested. The following measurements were made: a) Visual traits for physiological maturity (PM), b) Grain dry weight accumulation, c) Regression models for grain filling period,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: filling rate (R), effective duration (D), and grain weight (W) grown at the Hyslop Agronomic Farm, 1984-85

Genotype-environment interaction in winter wheat F₁ progeny

Creator:: Peterson, C. J.
Abstract:: Seven winter wheats were evaluated for plant height, the components of yield and yield in a diallel cross at Pendleton, Oregon and Lind, Washington. An additional parent was added to the diallel cross at Pullman, Washington. Two levels of nitrogen and five replications were utilized at each of the locations....
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: 5 8 ). So d a s t r a w s sealed at one end and filled with water, were tapped to the culm of the

Heritability estimates and associations for protein content and grain yield involving four winter wheat crosses (Triticum aestivum Vill., Host)

Creator:: Solen, Polat
Abstract:: Four agronomically and genetically diverse winter wheat parents were utilized as the experimental organisms. Atlas 66 and NB 68513 were selected as cultivars with a high and stable protein content when grown under different environmental condidtions. They are intermediate for grain yield when grown in the Pacific Northwest. Yamhill and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: during the course of the research and preparation of this thesis. Thanks are also expressed to Drs. R

Compensating effects and gene action estimates for the components of grain yield in winter wheat (Triticum aestivum, L. em Thell)

Creator:: Abi-Antoun, Michel
Abstract:: Five winter wheat cultivars and their diallel crosses were evaluated for plant height, harvest index, deading-maturity duration, the components of yield, (spikes per plant, spikelets per spike, kernel weight and kernels per spikelet)and total plant yield. Two diverse locations, Moro, a dryland site (250 mm annually) located in central Oregon...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: extended to Drs. M. L. Powelson, R. V. Frakes, D. C. England, E. J. Trione, and S. E. Wilson for serving

The expression of embryo maturation genes in wheat and the role of abscisic acid

Creator:: Berge-Chandler, Sonja Kay
Abstract:: A set of genes which show developmental and tissue specificity are expressed late in embryo maturation during grain formation in wheat (Triticum aestivum). Two members of this maturation gene set (MGS) are Em and triticin, a 7S globulin. Results presented here show that during embryogenesis, the expression of Em mRNA...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: shows that this dicot also has a homologous gene, the Lea D-19 nucleotide sequence shows considerable

The inheritance of stem rust (Puccinia graminis graminicola) resistance in perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne)

Creator:: Rose, Crystal A.
Abstract:: Three stem rust Puccinia graminis graminicola, resistant sources of perennial ryegrass, Lolium perenne, 4A, 48A, and 77A, were crossed in a partial diallel design with one susceptible source, MP-2, resulting in six crosses excluding reciprocals. The F1's and cloned parental populations were inoculated in the field and rated on a...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Seed Testing Inc. and its employees are also greatly appreciated. I sincerely thank Dr. R. Petersen

Possible association between grain protein content and yield as influenced by harvest index and biological yield in selected hard red winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) crosses

Creator:: Costa, José María
Abstract:: Grain yield and grain protein are often negatively associated in wheat. When yield increases and grain protein decreases, there can be an adverse effect on the milling and baking quality if the desired end product is bread flour. It has been suggested that this inverse association is the result of...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: detected was between harvest index and grain protein. The r values ranged from -0.39 to -0.46, and rho

Chemically induced male sterility and natural out-crossing in selected wheat cultivars (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Ekse, Ali Osman
Abstract:: Three chemicals SD 55446, SD 55447 and WL 84245 were found to induce male sterility in cultivars of wheat or triticale. Both SD 55446 and SD 55447 when applied at a concentration of 0.896 kg/ha resulted in 90% male sterility. However, SD 55447 caused female sterility at the same concentration...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: data. Thanks are extended to Dr. W. E. Kronstad, Dr. R. G. Petersen, Dr. W. L. McCuistion and Dr. R

Nitrate reductase activity and inheritance of grain protein in six barley cultivars (Hordeum vulgare L. and Hordeum distichum)

Creator:: Samphantharak, Krisda
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: thesis. I would like also to thank Dr. J. D. Berdahl and Dr. Te May Ching for their advice and

Combining ability and associations of agronomic traits involving three sources of dwarfism in wheat (Triticum aestivum, L. em Thell)

Creator:: Maya de Leon, Jose Luis
Abstract:: Three genetically different dwarf cultivars of spring wheat were evaluated as potential sources of short stature to use in a wheat improvement program. The study involved a five parent diallel cross which included a semidwarf, a standard height and three dwarf cultivars. The genetic sources of dwarfism included a Norma...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: sincerely thank Dr. W. H. Foote, Dr. R. V. Frakes, Dr. R. J. Metzger, Dr. T. C. Moore, and Dr. R. L

Inheritance and associations of six agronomic traits and stem-base carbohydrate concentration on ratooning ability in rice (Oryza sativa, L.)

Creator:: Cuevas-Pérez, Federico E.
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: significantly correlated with ratoon tillering (r = 0.26) when the number of ratoon tillers was expressed as

Performance of cultivars, hybrids and composites of winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell) grown at three locations

Creator:: Verges, Ruben P.
Abstract:: The objective of this study was to compare three genetically different groups of winter wheat for their grain yield. Experimental material consisted of parental lines grown in pure stands, hybrids, and 1:1 mixtures of the parental combinations. Three sites were employed to evaluate possible interactions between the different groups across...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Adams, P. Hayes and R. Petersen for serving on my graduate committee and providing invaluable

Genetic and environmental factors influencing the effectiveness of early generation selection in a diallel cross involving four winter wheat cultivars (Triticum aestivum Vill., host)

Creator:: Daaloul, Abderrazak
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: want to sincerely thank Dr. R. V. Frakes and Mr. P. C. Stanwood for their advice and assistance in

Chemical and genetic evaluation of high lysine and protein in selected barley crosses

Creator:: Helm, James Henry, 1944-
Abstract:: Four agronomically and genetically diverse spring barleys were used in a crossing program to study the inheritance of lysine in barley and to determine its possible association with certain agronomic and morphological characters. The cultivar Hiproly was used as the source of high protein and lysine. Characters measured included plant...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: protein in selected barley crosses in AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF JAMES HENRY HELM for the Ph. D

Time and duration of growth stages and subsequent grain yield in selected wheat cultivars (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Choi, Byung Han
Abstract:: The need to develop a shorter life cycle wheat cultivar which would be more adapted to multiple cropping systems prompted this study. Thus the following information was obtained. Greatest variations in developmental patterns were found in the stem elongation, booting, inflorescence emergence and anthesis for five winter and five spring...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: privacy Head of Department of Crop Science Redacted for privacy Dean of Gradua School d Date thesis is

Heritability estimates and associations of different height levels with aluminum toxicity and grain yield in wheat

Creator:: Camargo, Carlos Eduardo de Oliveira
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: sincerely thank Dr. W. L. McCuistion, Dr. R. L. Powelson, Dr. G. D. Faulkenberry, Dr. R. Petersen and Dr. J

Estimates of genetic variability resulting from single, top, and double cross populations in durum wheat (Triticum turgidum L. var. durum)

Creator:: Abdennadher, Mourad
Abstract:: The success of a plant breeding program depends upon the availability of useable genetic diversity. Such diversity may be enhanced depending on the type of hybridization strategy employed. Segregating progenies resulting from F2 populations, a double cross, and a top cross were compared for the amount of useable genetic diversity...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: the preparation of this thesis. I sincerely thank Dr. Patrick M. Hayes, Dr. David R. Thomas, and Dr

Chemically induced pollen supression and subsequent natural outcrossing in selected wheat cultivars (Tritcum aestivum L. en Thell)

Creator:: Lewis, Hal A.
Abstract:: Effective chemical control of pollination would provide an alternative to the cytoplasmic male-sterile system in hybrid wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) production. The objective of this study was to determine concentration, formulation, growth stage of application and genotypic effects on levels of induced pollen suppression and subsequent natural out-crossing from foliar...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: gratitude is also expressed to Dr. R. G. Peterson for his statistical assistance and willingness to serve

Durum wheat quality and its relation to electrophoretic banding patterns

Creator:: Encinas-Mungarro, Andrés
Abstract:: Physical properties of gluten and pigment content are of primary importance in determining quality in durum wheat (Triticum turqidum L. var. durum). The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the contribution of different -y-gliadin protein subunits in durum wheat pasta quality as measured by the sodium dodecyl sulphate microsedimentation...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: qualite culinaire intrinseque des varietes. C. R. Acad. Sci. Paris, Serie D 291:585-588. Dick, J.W. and

Duration and rate of the grain filling period and subsequent grain yield in crosses between facultative and winter wheat cultivars (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Mou, Beiquan
Abstract:: Concerns about the genetic control and environmental influence of various stages of development including the grain filling period, and the relationship between early maturity and grain yield prompted this study. The experimental material consisted of two facultative and two winter wheat cultivars. A dial!el cross, excluding reciprocals, was also developed...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: graduate study and preparation of this thesis. I further want to thank Drs. W. L. McCuistion, R. G

Possible association between dwarfing genes Rht₁ and Rht₂ and the reaction to Septoria tritici blotch in winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Baltazar, Baltazar
Abstract:: Four isogenic lines possessing different combinations of height reducing genes Rht₁ and Rht₂ from 'Norin 10' were crossed to a short stature, early maturing, septoria susceptible cultivar identified as the 'Tibet Dwarf'. The isogenic lines originated from the backcross population of 'Itana'/3/'Norin 10'/'Brevor 14'//6*'Itana'. Parents, F₁ and F₂ generations provided...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: my graduate study and preparation of this thesis. I further want to thank Drs. A. L. Scharen, R. G

Nature of inheritance, genotype-environment interaction and association of selected agronomic characters in crosses of winter X spring wheats (triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Brajcich, P.
Abstract:: This investigation was motivated by the apparent increase in genetic variability resulting from the systematic combining of gene pools represented by winter and spring types of wheats. It was the objective of this study to provide information regarding the nature of this genetic variability for nine agronomic characters in populations...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: preparation of this thesis. Appreciation is extended to Drs. Fred A. Cholick, Robert L. Powelson, William D

Influence of chelating agents on genetic recombination of Zea mays L.

Creator:: Ihrke, Charles Albert
Abstract:: Crossover frequencies for seven selected regions on five chromosomes of maize were measured to ascertain the effect of chelating agents on recombination. Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, EDTA, and dimethyl sulfoxide, DMSO, were used in three concentrations singly, and in all combinations. Plants heterozygous for for linked genes governing seed and seedling...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: privacy 13-r. Warren' E. Kronstad Crossover frequencies for seven selected regions on five chromosomes

A comparison of two methods of divergent mass selection for heading date in two winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell) crosses

Creator:: Frederickson, Leslie John
Abstract:: Responses to two cycles of mass selection for heading date, followed by selfing or intermating, were studied in two diverse winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L. em. Thell) crosses. Selection was bidirectional, resulting in early and late populations for each mating system, cycle, and cross. The influence of mass selection for...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: sincere thanks is also extended to Drs. W. L. McCuistion, D. I. Mills, W. M. Proebsting, and K. E. Rowe

Methods of evaluation, effects of intermating and results of one cycle of S₁ family recurrent selection in barley

Creator:: Mareck, James
Abstract:: The focus of this study was to determine if S₁ family recurrent selection might be successfully used for barley improvement. Objectives were: 1) to identify suitable methods of evaluating grain yield in small plots, 2) to study the effects of intermating on mean values and variances of selected agronomic characters,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to thank my graduate committee: Drs. William D. Hohenboken, Willis L. McCuistion, David L. Willis

Factors associated with stand establishment and subsequent grain yield of seven wheat cultivars and selected progeny (Triticum aestivum, L em thell) when grown under three diverse environments

Creator:: Vahabian, Mohammad Ali
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Thanks are extended to Dr. W. E. Kronstad, Dr. F. F. Bolton, Dr. M. L. Powelson, Dr. R. J. Metzger, Dr

Duration and rate of grain filling and subsequent grain protein content in selected winter wheat populations

Creator:: Mou, Beiquan
Abstract:: The lack of information regarding the inheritance of the duration and rate of grain filling, and the possible relationship between grain fill and grain protein content in wheat prompted this study. Early maturing Chinese cultivars, 'AI Feng 2' and 'CB 83-52', and late maturing cultivars adapted to Oregon, 'Stephens' and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: extended to Drs. Pat M. Hayes, Roger G. Petersen, David R. Thomas, Larry S. Daley, and Glenn Fisher for

Assessment of genetic resistance to strawbreaker foot-rot (Pseudocercosporella Herpotrichoides) in selected winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) cultivars

Creator:: Encinas-Mungarro, Andres
Abstract:: Strawbreaker foot-rot is a major limiting factor to cost efficient winter wheat production in the Pacific Northwest. Development of resistant cultivars has been hindered by the lack of adequate levels of genetic resistance and screening techniques which can consistently detect desired genotypes. Studies were conducted to determine if the reported...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Drs. David R. Thomas, Harry S. Nakaue, Patrick M. Hayes and Christopher C. Mundt for their help and

A study of methods of parental evaluation using testers to predict subsequent progeny performance in winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)

Creator:: Alexander, William Larry
Abstract:: The major objective of this study was to determine why certain winter wheat cultivars, when hybridized, will produce a greater proportion of desirable plants in subsequent, segregating generations. Three winter wheat parents were chosen as the experimental material, based on their known performance as parents. Yamhill and Pullman Selection 101...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , Dr. W. L. McCuistion, Dr. R. L. Powelson, and Dr. K E. Rowe. Special thanks are due to Dr. K. E

Influence of phosphorous and lime application on root growth and grain yield of two winter wheat cultivars (Triticum Aestivum, L em thell)

Creator:: Boulger, Mary Caroline
Abstract:: Differential grain yield response of two winter wheat cultivars ('Yamhill' and'McDermid) when grown on acid soils prompted this investigation. Root samples were taken at two soil depths at late tillering and anthesis from plots established on an acid nonpareil soil in Douglas County, Oregon. The soil pH was 5.2-5.3 and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: r = .750 at the tillering stage and r = .880 at anthesis. The second year a value of r = .750 was

Production of haploid plants in selected winter wheat genotypes through anther culture and intergeneric crosses with maize

Creator:: Mendoza, Maria Graciela
Abstract:: A higher level of efficiency in the production of doubled-haploids must be achieved if this procedure is to be beneficial in plant improvement. Of equal importance is the development of protocols, which are not genotypic specific and result in progeny that represent a random sample of gametes from the parental...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: concentrations (20 and 100 ppm) and mode of application of 2,4-D were examined for the wheat x maize approach

Possible associations between three procedures to measure noodle starch quality in winter wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)

Creator:: Weight, Chris (Christopher Thompson)
Abstract:: Until recently, the viscoamylograph had been the primary method for measuring starch as it relates to noodle quality in wheat. This method requires a large sample of flour and is time consuming. With the introduction of the rapid visco-analyser (RVA) in 1986 and the more recent flour swelling volume procedure,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: significant positive association was found between the viscoamylograph and the RVA (r =0.61). This indicates

Ultrastructural study of the embryo during germination involving douglas fir (Pseudotsuga menseizii Franco) seeds

Creator:: Hsu, Kay Yong-Yong
Abstract:: The seeds of Douglas fir, a representative of the gymnosperm flora, were studied at six stages of germination to discern the structures of food reserves and to study ultrastructural changes occurring during germination in the embryo and resulting seedlings. The materials were fixed in three fixatives, dehydrated with ethanol series,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
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Effect of the six glutenin loci on selected bread quality traits in wheat

Creator:: Rosa Filho, Ottoni
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Farm 38 4. Correlation coefficients (r) for Alveograph Dough Strength (W), Tenacity (P

Influence of population density on light interception and grain yield involving wheat hybrids

Creator:: Ganapathy, Mapangada Chengappa
Abstract:: Six wheat hybrids from two sets of parents and their respective parents were grown at Hyslop Agronomy Farm near Corvallis, Oregon in the year 1965-66. The object of the experiment was to evaluate the influence of population densities and different planting patterns on grain yield and factors which determine grain...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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The effects of tillage systems and seeding dates on grain yields of wheat (Triticum aestivum Vill., Host) on the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey

Creator:: Zinn, Thomas G.
Abstract:: Wheat (Triticum aestivum) is the major food crop produced on the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey where due to limited rainfall the farmers follow the traditional system of fallow farming. They are presently producing an average of 1.15 tons of grain per hectare during the crop year. This rate of production...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: ) uniform seed- bed maintained during the fallow period, and (d) adequate moisture storage to enhance crop

Pre-harvest sprouting tolerance of a synthetic hexaploid wheat (Triticum turgidum L. x Aegilops tauschii Coss.)

Creator:: Rosa, Andre Cunha
Abstract:: Pre-harvest sprouting in wheat costs farmers millions of dollars every year. Pre-harvest sprouting tolerance (PST) has minimized this problem, but improvement of PST is still necessary. Synthetic hexaploid wheats (synthetics) have been used as sources of genes coding for many useful traits. Two studies evaluated the PST of a synthetic...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: RL 4137 (a), Frontana (b), BR-35 (c), synthetic Altar/At (d), BR-23 (e), Altar 84 (f), and Bacanora

Estimates of genetic variability and efficiency of early generation selection for grain yield and protein content in durum wheat crosses (Triticum turgidum. L. var. durum)

Creator:: Rezgui, Salah
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: lines grown on the East Farm and Ruggs during 1992 growing season. 72 19a. Expected response (R

Estimates of heterosis for five agronomic traits in selected winter x spring and winter x winter wheat crosses (Triticum aestivum L. em Thell)

Creator:: Brajcich, P.
Abstract:: Concern regarding the lack of genetic variability and the apparent yield plateau reached in wheat breeding have prompted this investigation. The systematic crossing of spring and winter wheat types which have evolved to form somewhat different gene pools, may provide a source of additional usable genetic variability for future yield...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: 5.01 ab 58.29 a 46.70 ab Roussalka 85.93 d 13.15 c 5.05 a 44.08 b 29.37 c Yamhill 99.14 b 17.29 b

Inheritance of Septoria leaf blotch resistance and the possible influence of heading date and plant height on the disease expression in a winter wheat cross

Creator:: Camacho Casas, Miguel Alfonso
Abstract:: Parental lines, Fi's and segregating populations (F₂, F₃ and BC's) including reciprocals were evaluated under field conditions to determine if genetic resistance per se exists for Septoria Leaf Blotch in a selected winter wheat cross. The experiment was conducted over a three year period with both natural infection and artificial...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: generations grown at Hyslop Agronomy Farm in the 1985-1986 growing season 26 4 Estimates of the additive [d

Competitive effect for grain yield of four cultivars in pure and mixed populations in wheat (Triticum aestivum Vill;, Host)

Creator:: Valencia-Villarreal, Jose Antonio
Abstract:: Concerns regarding maintaining wheat yield per hectare and extending the commercial life expectancy of cultivars grown in the Yaqui Valley of Mexico prompted this investigation. Four genetically diverse spring wheat cultivars were grown in pure stands and in all possible combinations at the Northwest Agricultural Research Center at Ciudad Obregon...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

Use of combining ability estimates to identify the genetic potential of selected winter parental lines (Triticum aestivum L.em Thell)

Creator:: Masood, Muhammad Shahid
Abstract:: A major factor limiting the efficiency of plant improvement programs is the lack of knowledge as to which parental combinations to make when working with quantitatively inherited traits. The primary objective of this study was to provide information regarding the use of combining ability analysis to predict which cross combinations...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
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Temperature and moisture effects on stand establishment of seven winter wheat cultivars and selected progeny (Triticum Aestivum, L em thell

Creator:: Conway, Michael Patrick
Abstract:: Laboratory studies were conducted under different temperature and moisture regimes to evaluate the effects of temperature and moisture on stand establishment and seedling characteristics associated with stand establishment. Percent stand and days to 25% emergence were used as indexes of stand establishment. Seedling characteristics analyzed were: shoot length, coleoptile length,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: , difference between TIP and MP (D), degree of dominance estimates, and minimum gene num- ber for four wheat

Possible compensations of the components of grain yeild in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) as influenced by genotype by environment interactions

Creator:: Bedoshvili, David
Abstract:: Despite many investigations genotype by environment interaction remains one of the least understood factors in plant improvement. Understanding genotypic differences responsible for such interactions could assist in making more informed breeding decisions. The components of yield being less complex than grain yield per se may be useful for selection to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation

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