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Hybrid Vigor in Crops
Hybrid Vigor in Crops
Hybrid vigor, or heterosis, is the phenomenon where hybrid offspring exhibit superior qualities compared to their parents, such as increased yield, disease resistance, and growth rate. Hybrid vigor results from the combination of diverse alleles, which leads to enhanced genetic expression. In agriculture, hybrid crops are bred to maximize desired traits, resulting in plants that are more productive and resilient to stress. Hybrid vigor is particularly valuable in staple crops like maize, rice, and wheat, where it has significantly boosted yields. This approach is crucial in meeting food demands, as hybrid crops often require fewer resources while providing greater outputs.
Committee Members
Mohammad Babadoost
University of Illinois, United States
Mary Cole
The University of Melbourne, Australia
Valasia Iakovoglou
UNESCO chair Con-E-Ect, International Hellenic University, Greece GPB 2026 Speakers
Satya S S Narina
Virginia State University, United States
Sara Hailemariam
Purdue University, United States
Midhat Mahboob
Lincoln University, New Zealand
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Selina Sterup Moore, Aarhus University, Denmark
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Prashant Singh, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), India
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Nisha Sulari Kottearachchi, Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
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Iram Ijaz, University of Agriculture Faisalabad Pakistan, Pakistan
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Dada Caleb Mayokun, University of Ibadan, Nigeria