Methods for hybrid corn seed production
US10881057B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 2019 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N15/8297
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for improving the efficiency and productivity of hybrid corn seed production are provided herein. Various methods to improve the transfer of pollen from male corn plants to female corn plants, and thus increase yield, are provided herein. Without being limiting, these methods include varying the height of male and female corn plants in a field, as well as varying the number, arrangement, and ratio of male-to-female rows in a field.
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