Use of multi-trait principal component selection index to identify fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) resistant maize genotypes

The Fall armyworm (FAW), Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith) invaded sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) in 2016 and has since become prevalent in many countries, causing significant maize grain yield losses and reduced grain quality. Breeding for host plant resistance to FAW requires improving multiple traits...

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Main Authors: Wambi, Wilber, Makumbi, Dan, Asea, Godfrey, Zeleke, Habtamu, Bruce, Anani, Wakgari, Mulatu, Kwemoi, Daniel Bomet, Boddupalli, Prasanna
Format: Journal Article
Language:Inglés
Published: Frontiers Media 2025
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/179263

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