The reaction of maize genotypes to maize streak virus disease in central Uganda
Abstract
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Documented evidence indicates that maize is production is
constrained by a number of a biotic and biotic stresses including
Maize streak virus disease (MSVD). Therefore, a study was
conducted to assess the reaction of 3 maize genotypes to MSVD
at Kyambogo University between 2008/2009. There were
significant differences (P<0.05) in plant height, Leaf area index,
disease incidence, severity and area under disease progress
curve (AUDPC). Overall, MSVD had more effect on the local
landrace compared to the improved genotypes.
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