Natural population of Populus ciliata, were screened for Melampsora spp. rust resistant trees. Maximum resistance against rust was observed in Rahla provenance. Rust infection was more in provenances at lower altitudes as compared to higher altitudes.
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Manuscript Published on 01 March 2002
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