Deals with important theoretical and applied issues related to crop improvement in both self-pollinated and cross-pollinated species. Theoretical aspects of artificial 19 selection, genetic variability and population structure will be considered along with the practical implications of field testing, cultivar increase and release, and plant breeding regulations. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Tutorial hoursNote: Only offered in alternate years. There are additional non-refundable costs in addition to tuition fees. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 411 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.
Deals with important theoretical and applied issues related to crop improvement in both self-pollinated and cross-pollinated species. Theoretical aspects of artificial 19 selection, genetic variability and population structure will be considered along with the practical implications of field testing, cultivar increase and release, and plant breeding regulations. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours and 2 Tutorial hoursNote: Only offered in alternate years. There are additional non-refundable costs in addition to tuition fees. Prerequisite(s): PLSC 411 or equivalent or permission of the instructor.