Progeny of breeder seed is referred to as
A. Breeder seed
B. Nucleus seed
C. Foundation seed
D. Certified seed
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The progeny of the breeder seed is referred to as the Foundation seed.The progeny of breeder seed is produced by recognized seed-producing agencies in the public and private sector, under the supervision of seed certification agencies in such a way that its quality is maintained according to prescribed field and seed standards.
A certified seed shall be the progeny of foundation seed and its products shall be so handled as to maintain specific genetic identity and purity according to the standards prescribed for the crop being certified.
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A. Breeder seed
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