Sorghum: one of the world's great cereals

House, L. R. (1995) Sorghum: one of the world's great cereals. African Crop Science Journal, 3 (2). pp. 135-142.

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Abstract

Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) is a crop of world-wide importance. It is unique in its ability to produce under a wide array of harsh environmental conditions. The crop has great genetic diversity, nmking selection for most traits of economic importance possible. However, in spite of the significant improvements in yield, isease and pest resistance and utilization/quality traits, there is need to transfer these technologies into farming and user communities.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Crop improvement, genetic diversity, pest resistance, Sorghum b:color, utilization
Author Affiliation: Rt No. 2, Box 136A-1, Bakersville, N.C. 28705, USA
Subjects: Plant Production
Divisions: Sorghum
Depositing User: Mr Siva Shankar
Date Deposited: 21 Jun 2012 11:26
Last Modified: 21 Jun 2012 11:27
URI: http://eprints.icrisat.ac.in/id/eprint/6168

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