Research Article | Published: 01 September 2010

Clonal evaluation of White Mulberry (Morus Alba L.) for mineral nutrients and proximate principles of leaves

I. K. Thakur

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 33 | Issue: 3 | Page No. 377-381 | 2010
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2010-4J4225 | Cite this article

Abstract

Mineral nutrients, proximate principles and genetic parameters estimation was carried out in 26 clones/ genotypes of White Mulberry (Morus alba L.). Clones S54, S146, S30, ME-65, China White and K2- Panchkula Early showed superior values for most of the leaf mineral nutrients and proximate principles than others. Moderate heritability and moderate to high genetic gain were observed for crude protein, ether extract and dry matter   whereas low to moderate heritability and genetic gain were found for rest of the parameters.

Keywords

Genetic Parameter, Clones/Genotypes, Mineral nutrients, Moderate heritability, Genetic gain, Crude protein

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Thakur, I.K., 2010. Clonal evaluation of White Mulberry (Morus Alba L.) for mineral nutrients and proximate principles of leaves. Indian Journal of Forestry, 33(3), pp.377-381. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2010-4J4225

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