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Hybrid corn: Resistant to ear rot and adapted to California conditions possible through science of genetics
Author
Francis L. SmithAuthor Affiliations
Francis L. Smith is Associate Professor of Agronomy and Associate Agronomist in the Experiment Station, Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 3(12):4-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n12p4. December 1949.
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Abstract
This is the ninth article in a series of brief progress reports on the application of the science of genetics to commercial agriculture.
Smith F. 1949. Hybrid corn: Resistant to ear rot and adapted to California conditions possible through science of genetics. Hilgardia 3(12):4-11. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n12p4
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