Publications by authors named "Prince Muchapondwa Matova"
Front Plant Sci
June 2024
Article Synopsis
- Monitoring genetic gains is essential for improving breeding programs, and this study is the first to analyze two decades of data for Zimbabwe's maize breeding efforts from 2002 to 2021.
- The research evaluated 107 intermediate and 162 advanced variety trials across various stress conditions, finding significant increases in grain yield (28-35 kg ha per year) in different environments, although plant and ear height remained unchanged.
- Key improvements included reduced stalk and root lodging and lower susceptibility to diseases, indicating progress in overcoming challenges, but the study also emphasizes the need for new breeding technologies to enhance genetic gains further.
