Isbn: 9780366147489 - Sweet-corn Inbreds and Crosses: Released by the Illinois Station (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the development and impact of single-cross hybrids in the sweet corn industry. Before the discovery of inbreeding and crossbreeding techniques, corn yields were vulnerable to the annual fluctuations of weather. This book illustrates how the introduction of hybrids provided farmers with a more stable crop, proving particularly valuable in drought years. The author presents a detailed analysis of the methods used to develop and maintain superior inbred lines, emphasizing the importance of careful selection and testing. The book also examines the specific contributions of twelve inbred lines released by the Illinois Agricultural Experiment Station, tracing their performance in various crosses and discussing their impact on the industry. Through detailed yield performance data and historical context, this book offers valuable insights into the development of sweet corn hybrids, highlighting their significance in ensuring a more reliable and bountiful food source. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…