Search for dissertations about: "zea mays"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words zea mays.
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1. Cytogenetics, genetic diversity and phylogenetics of wild Zea species, with emphasis on Zea nicaraguensis
Abstract : Maize (Zea mays subsp. mays) is a member of the grass family Poaceae (Gramineae), together with many other important agricultural crops. The wild species commonly known as teosintes are the closest relatives of maize. READ MORE
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2. Changes in endogenous cytokinin-like substances in seeds during dormancy release and early germination
Abstract : From studies using non-dormant seeds, Zea mays L. and Phaseotus vulgaris L. transient peaks of endogenous cytokinin-like substances were observed after only 4 h of imbibition. READ MORE
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3. Gibberellin-like substances in seeds during maturation, germination and dormancy release
Abstract : This study concerns the induced seed germination with a special reference to the activity of gibberellin-like substances in Phaseolus vulgaris L., Zea mays L. and Rosa rugosa L. READ MORE
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4. Agroforestry systems with trees for biomass production in western Kenya
Abstract : Low agricultural production and a decline in fuelwood resources are serious constraints for subsistence smallholder farmers in western Kenya in the sub-Saharan African region. Furthermore, low soil fertility and general environmental degradation has contributed to the build-up of the parasitic weed Striga hermonthica. READ MORE
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5. Performance of forage maize at high latitudes : plant development, agronomy and nutritive value
Abstract : Following the development of earlier maturing hybrids the cultivation of forage maize (Zea mays L.) in Northern Europe has markedly increased in recent decades. This has raised needs for greater knowledge regarding the performance of forage maize in marginal areas, such as Sweden, under current conditions. READ MORE