Environmental impact of phytic acid in Maize (. L) genotypes for the identification of stable inbreds for low phytic acid.

Phytic acid is a ubiquitous compound that chelates the micronutrients in food and hinder their absorption. Hence, breeding for low phytate content for producing stable low phytic acid () hybrids is essential. Phytic acid content in maize grains has been found to vary across environments and its stable expression has yet to be explored.