Methods of Breeding: Pedigree Method

Pedigree method is applicable to both self and cross pollinated species. In self-pollinated crops progeny of a single best homozygote is released as a variety. Thus a variety developed by this method has a homozygous and homogeneous population. In cross pollinated species, it is used for developed of inbred lines.
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