— Advanced Plant Breeding
Philosophy, methods, and problems in developing improved plant species. Topics include: inbreeding, heterosis, progeny testing, breeding methodology, index selection, germplasm conservation, and breeding for stress resistance. Laboratories include tours of breeding facilities and calculation and interpretation of quantitative data.
Topics
- inbreeding
- heterosis
- progeny testing
- breeding methodology
- index selection
- germplasm conservation
- and breeding for stress resistance
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Philosophy, methods, and problems in developing improved plant species. Topics include: inbreeding, heterosis, progeny testing, breeding methodology, index selection, germplasm conservation, and breeding for stress resistance. Laboratories include tours of breeding facilities and calculation and interpretation of quantitative data. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Laboratory 3 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027