scholarly journals Improvement in Seed Yield and Related Traits of Linseed Genotypes (Linum usitatissimum L.) through Various Selection Parameters in Mid-Hills of North-West Himalayas

Author(s):  
Satish Paul ◽  
Nimit Kumar ◽  
Pankaj Chopra
2011 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-102 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Sood ◽  
N. Kalia ◽  
S. Bhateria

Combining ability and heterosis were calculated for fourteen lines of linseed in a line × tester mating design using twelve lines and two diverse testers in two different environments. The hybrids and parental lines were raised in a completely randomized block design with three replications to investigate seed and fibre yield and their component traits. Genetic variation was significant for most of the traits over environments. Combining ability studies revealed that the lines KL-221 and LCK-9826 were good general combiners for seed yield and most of its components, whereas LMH-62 and LC-2323 were good general combiners for yield components only. Moreover, KL-221 was also a good general combiner for fibre yield. Similarly, B-509 and Ariane were good general combiners for fibre yield and most of its components. Among the specific cross combinations, B-509 × Flak-1 was outstanding for seed yield per plant and B-509 × KL-187 and LC-2323 × LCK-9826 for fibre yield per plant, with high SCA effects. In general, the hybrids excelled their respective parents and the standard checks for most of the characters studied. Based on the comparison of mean performance, SCA effects and the extent of heterosis, the hybrids LC-2323 × LCK-9826 and B-509 × KL-221 appeared to be the most promising for both seed and fibre yield. Other promising combinations were LC-2323 × KL-210 and B-509 × Ariane for seed and fibre yield, respectively. The superiority of LC-2323, LCK-9826, KL-221, B-509 and Ariane as good general combiners was further confirmed by the involvement of these parents in the desirable cross combinations.


1997 ◽  
Vol 77 (1) ◽  
pp. 97-99 ◽  
Author(s):  
L. V. Gusta ◽  
B. J. O'Connor ◽  
R. S. Bhatty

The effect of a 5 °C chilling treatment at the seedling stage on days to flower, yield and oil quality and quantity was determined for seven cultivars of flax (Linum usitatissimum L.). Three days of chilling delayed flowering in Dufferin, McGregor and NorLin, whereas 5 d of chilling delayed flowering in all cultivars except Andro and Noralta. Seven days of chilling reduced the seed yield of only McGregor, Norlin, NorMan and Vimy. The effect of a 40 °C heat stress at the flowering stage on yield and oil composition was determined for the same seven cultivars. A heat stress of 40 °C for 3 d reduced the seed yield of NorMan, whereas, a 5 d stress reduced the seed yield of all cultivars except McGregor and Noralta. The composition of the oil was not affected by the heat stress. These results suggest genetic variability exists among flax cultivars for tolerance to chilling and heat stresses. Controlled tests can be used to select superior stress tolerant genotypes. Key words: Flax, chilling, heat, flowering, yield


1980 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 591-596 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beatrice E. Murray

Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) haploids (2n = x = 15), selected from haploid-diploid twin seedlings in the cultivar Rocket 4 and crossed with diploid sibs, differed in boll-set; in frequency of diploid, aneuploid and triploid plants in each F1 family (58, 20 and 22%, respectively); and in frequency of twins in F2 families. The diploid plants of the F1 progeny were fertile and high in seed yield which contrasted with the sterility of the triploids and low fertility, or sterility, of the aneuploids. Twinning frequency and boll-set was stabilized at specific levels in some doubled haploid lines. The advantages of haploid × diploid crosses for genetic experimentation are discussed.


Author(s):  
Garima Thakur ◽  
Satish Paul ◽  
Uttam Chandel ◽  
Ronika Thakur

Background: Seed yield is a very important trait for selection but shows low heritability and hence is difficult to improve. Since the productivity of linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) in India as well as Himachal Pradesh is low in comparison to other major linseed growing countries and states, improvement in cultivars for grain yield is a must. Therefore, the present study was aimed for studying the character associations in linseed genotypes for seed yield over locations. Method: The experiment was conducted during rabi 2019-2020. The experimental material for the present investigation comprised of 52 linseed genotypes grown over three locations in Himachal Pradesh i.e. Linseed Experimental Farm, CSK HPKV, Palampur (1290 m amsl), Shivalik Agricultural Research and Extension Centre, Kangra (700 m amsl) and Hill Agricultural Research and Extension Centre, Dhaulakuan (468 m amsl). Randomized block design with three replications was used. Phenotypic and genotypic correlation coefficients were worked out as per the procedure outlined by Burton and De Vane (1953) and Johnson et al. (1955). Direct and indirect effects of component traits on grain yield were worked out using correlation coefficient of various traits as suggested by Wright (1921) and elaborated by Dewey and Lu (1959). Result: Correlation studies indicated highly significant positive correlation for seed yield with 1000 seed weight (0.965**) followed by harvest index (0.801**), secondary branches (0.585**) and a significant correlation with biological yield (0.269**). Seed yield exhibited a non-significant positive correlation with seeds per capsule. However, a negative significant correlation was observed for seed yield with days to 50 per cent flowering and number of primary branches. The path coefficient analysis indicated that 1000 seed weight exhibited maximum positive direct effect with seed yield (0.741) while others had a low direct effect. The significant positive correlation of number of secondary branches and harvest index with seed yield was mainly due to indirect effect via 1000 seed weight indicating that 1000 seed weight is the most important trait for the improvement of grain yield in linseed as per the present study.


2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (01) ◽  
pp. 94-100
Author(s):  
Rishi Pal ◽  
Y. P. Malik

The estimation of economic for parent heterosis Linum usitatissimum L. genotypes 11 characters namely, Flowering duration (Days), Bud length (mm), Bud width (mm), Sepal thickness (mm), Maturity period (Days), Dough stage bud fly infestation (%), Capsules/ plant, Grains/ capsule, Yield/ plant (gm), Test weight (1000) grains and Oil content % were studied for testing the significance of differences among the treatments on experiment conducted at Oilseed Research Farm, Kalyanpur, of the university Kanpur during rabi 2012-13. The heterosis over economic parent (Neelum) showed positive and significant results. Crosses are JRF-5×Neela, GS-234 × IC-15888, GS-234 × JRF-5, EC-1424×GS-234, EC-1424×IC-15888, EC-1424×JRF-5, EC-1424×Neela, GS-234× Neela, IC-15888×JRF-5, IC-15888×Shekhar, IC-15888×Neela, JRF-5×Shekhar, Shekhar×Neela and IC-15888×Neelum. sepal thickness, (JRF-5×Shekhar, JRF-5×Neelum and JRF-5×Neela). Days to maturity, (EC-1424× Shekhar). Dough stage bud fly infestation, EC-1424×IC-15888, EC-1424×JRF-5, IC-15888×Neelum, Shekhar×Neelum, IC-15888×JRF-5, GS-234×Neela, JRF-5×Neelum and Neelum×Neela. Capsule per plant, (GS-234×Shekhar, IC-15888×Shekhar, IC-15888×Neela and JRF-5 × Shekhar) Oil content and EC-1424×IC-15888, IC-15888×Neelum, JRF-5×Neelum, Shekhar× Neelum, IC-15888×JRF-5 and Neelum×Neela. for Seed yield per plant.


2018 ◽  
Vol 64 (4) ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Grażyna Silska ◽  
Jan Bocianowski

Summary Introduction: The Institute of Natural Fibres and Medicinal Plants (INF&MP) is involved in the protection of the genetic resources of flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) and hemp (Cannabis sativa L.). In 1998–2000, the INF&MP conducted research titled “Collection and evaluation of flax and hemp cultivars and ecotypes”. Poland participates in the programme, financed by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development because our country has signed the Convention on Biological Diversity. Objective: The objective of the research was the evaluation of the genetic resources of 23 accessions of flax. The characteristics data for flax accessions are presented according to traditional methodology and according to the methodology for developing the International Flax Data Base. Methods: Field trials were carried out in 1998–2000 in the experimental station in Wojciechów, located in the Opolskie region. The objective was to evaluate the morphological traits, biological features and seed yield of 23 accessions of flax. The research included the following genotypes of Linum usitatissimum L. according to type of use: 12 linseed varieties, three landraces, one accession of unknown type of use, six fibre varieties and one genotype of both types of use. Results: The total plant length of Linum was short for 12 accessions of flax, medium short (7) and medium (4). The technical length was short (17 accessions), medium short (3) and medium (3). The stem thickness for all accessions was medium, i.e. between 1.2 and 2.0 mm. The panicle length was short (12 accessions), medium (10) and long (1). A number of primary lateral branches of the stems of all flax accessions was medium (4–8 branches). The 1000 seed weight was low for 21 accessions of flax and very low in two genotypes: Currong and UKR 97 104. The size of the corolla (flower) was small (9), medium (12) and large (2) – varieties: Martin and Maxigold. The petal colour of the corolla was blue (11), light blue (8) and white (4) – Crystal, Hella, Kreola, Achay. Conclusions: Morphological characterisation of the stamen showed that accession K-1390 was segregating because the anther colour was bluish and greish. The highest resistance to lodging was observed for Abby, Peak and Olinette. The following accessions of flax were very resistant to Fusarium: Martin, UKR 97269, Kijewskij and Ukraińskij 3; resistant to Fusarium: Abby, Peak, Olinette, Crystal, Gold Merchant, Currong and Ukraińskij 2. The following varieties were very susceptible to Fusarium: Hella, Kreola, Maxigold and Achay. These varieties should not be used for cross breeding. The best average seed yield in 1998–2000 in Wojciechów was found in the following accessions of flax: Abby (191%), Gold Merchant (162%), Currong (161%), Olinette (151%), PEAK (148%), UKR 97269 (148%), Crystal (138%), Ukraiński 3 (132%), Martin (130%), Pacific (110%) and Ukraiński 2 (103%). These varieties are particularly valuable for flax breeders.


1989 ◽  
Vol 69 (3) ◽  
pp. 791-795 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. H. GUBBELS ◽  
E. O. KENASCHUK

Five flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) cultivars, Dufferin, McGregor, Linott, NorLin and NorMan were grown in the field in 1985, 1986 and 1987 at seeding rates of 200, 400, 600 and 800 seeds m−2. Averaged over all cultivars and years, as seeding rate increased from 200 to 800 seeds m−2, maturity was hastened 2.1 d, seed weight decreased 0.16 g 1000−1 seeds, oil content decreased 0.6%, iodine number decreased 1.3 units and volume weight was not markedly changed. Lodging increased and basal branching decreased from 1.68 to 0.18 branches per plant as seeding rate increased. Plant height increased 0.6 cm from the 200 to the 400 seeds m−2 rate then decreased 1.8 cm from the 400 to the 800 seeds m−2 rate. Seed yield increased from 110 to 124 g m−2 as seeding rate increased from 200 to 600 seeds m−2, then decreased to 121 g m−2 at 800 seeds m−2. Although yields of the five cultivars varied somewhat in their response to seeding rate and year, most yielded near optimum at the 600 seeds m−2 seeding rate.Key words: Flax, Linum usitatissimum L., seeding rate, lodging


2014 ◽  
Vol 94 (7) ◽  
pp. 1313-1314 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helen M. Booker ◽  
Gordon G. Rowland ◽  
H. Randy Kutcher ◽  
Khalid Y. Rashid

Booker, H. M., Rowland, G. G., Kutcher, H. R. and Rashid, K. Y. 2014. CDC Neela oilseed flax. Can. J. Plant Sci. 94: 1313–1314. CDC Neela, a medium–late-maturing oilseed flax (Linum usitatissimum L.), was released in 2013 by the Crop Development Centre, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. This cultivar has medium oil content, medium oil quality, medium seed size, good lodging resistance, and high seed yield in all soil zones of the Prairies. It is immune to North American races of rust caused by Melampsora lini, and moderately resistant to wilt caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lini.


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