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In which of the following, composite and synthetic cultivars are used
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A composite cultivar is a variety that is developed by mixing the seeds of various phenotypically outstanding lines possessing similarities for different characteristics like height, seed size, colour and maturity.
A synthetic variety is developed by intercrossing several genotypes of known superior combining ability.
In maize cultivation, both composite and synthetic cultivars are used.
A synthetic variety is developed by intercrossing several genotypes of known superior combining ability.
In maize cultivation, both composite and synthetic cultivars are used.
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