Tutorial on managing hybrid crossing and making a Line x Tester trial
This tutorial assumes that the user has a good knowledge of the basic functions and operation of BMS and shows how these functions can be used to facilitate a hybrid breeding program. The user is expected to obtain their own input lists and follow the steps with their own germplasm.
Step-by-step guide
Full instructions here: Tutorial on managing hybrid crossing.pdf
CONTENTS
- Fixing and coding some inbred lines.
- Make some hybrid test crosses.
- Make a Line x Tester Trial
- Analyse the Line x Tester Trial
- Make a second generation of test crosses using the Cross Design Tool
- Advance the selected lines and the testers.
- Make a new Crossing nursery.
- Annex 1. Review of coding functionality as specified for CIMMYT GMP.
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