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EVALUATION OF ADVANCED POTATO CLONES FOR DROUGHT TOLERANCE IN ARID ZONE IN RAJASTHAN, INDIA.

Authors :
Sharma, Neeraj
Rawal, Sanjay
Kadian, Mohinder
Arya, Sushma
Bonierbale, Merideth
Singh, B. P.
Source :
Potato Journal; Jul-Dec2014, Vol. 41 Issue 2, p189-193, 5p
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

The article presents an evaluation of advanced potato clones in arid zone in Rajasthan, India for drought tolerance. It mentions the perception of potato growers of heat and drought tolerant varieties as potent tool to tackle the impending threat of climate change and global warming. The efforts to breed and screen potato clones for adaptation to adverse agro-ecologies are also outlined.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09708235
Volume :
41
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Potato Journal
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
100330299