Theme 03: Seed Production
Publication Date
2001
Location
Brazil
Description
As seed production and quality are critical considerations in the commercialization of new cultivars, an evaluation programme of promising Cenchrus ciliaris (Buffelgrass) accessions placed particular emphasis on these parameters. Accessions identified for registration proved to be superior in both respects, although storage of seed or cleaning of fresh seed reduced the differences in germination between accessions. The refinement of seed cleaning processes should receive greater emphasis by commercial concerns.
Citation
Rethman, N. F. G. and Boshoff, W. H., "Seed Production and Quality of Buffelgrass (Cenchrus ciliaris) Selections" (2001). IGC Proceedings (1985-2023). 4.
(URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/igc/19/3/4)
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Seed Production and Quality of Buffelgrass (Cenchrus ciliaris) Selections
Brazil
As seed production and quality are critical considerations in the commercialization of new cultivars, an evaluation programme of promising Cenchrus ciliaris (Buffelgrass) accessions placed particular emphasis on these parameters. Accessions identified for registration proved to be superior in both respects, although storage of seed or cleaning of fresh seed reduced the differences in germination between accessions. The refinement of seed cleaning processes should receive greater emphasis by commercial concerns.
