Genetic Variation and Phenotypic Response of 15 Sweet Corn (Zea mays L.) Hybrids to Population Density

Planting sweet corn at higher densities may increase the canopy cover, reducing light transmission to the understory and suppressing weed growth. High planting densities can also negatively impact the crop, however, by decreasing ear size and overall yield. The objective of this study was to determi...

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Main Authors: William F. Tracy, Adrienne C. Shelton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-06-01
Series:Sustainability
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/5/6/2442