A method has been developed to measure root intersection density (RID) on a trench-profile in field conditions. Here we describe how 2D spatial distribution mapping of RID can be processed and converted into root length density (RLD) and root distances (ARD) using a new freeware named RACINE2.2.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPearl millet is able to withstand dry and hot conditions and plays an important role for food security in arid and semi-arid areas of Africa and India. However, low soil fertility and drought constrain pearl millet yield. One target to address these constraints through agricultural practices or breeding is root system architecture.
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