Use of cytoplasmic male sterility in the selection of sorghum cultures

Abstract

This article presents long-term studies on sorghum breeding for heterosis based on cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS). The results of the study of parental forms of sorghum grain for combining ability are given. The combination ability (TCA and SCA) of parental forms for heterotic selection was determined. Donors of consistently high yields, short stature, early maturity and grain quality were identified. Hybrid combinations were obtained for variety testing and transfer to state variety testing