Genetic distance as a predictor of heterosis in single cross hybrids of fodder maize (Zea maize L.)

Assessment of genetic distance between parents and selection diverse are extensively used in many crops. Current study focuses the importance assessed through SSR markers (GDMOL) morphological traits (GDMOR) 28 fodder maize inbred lines its impact on heterotic expression resultant 195 single cross hybrids. While comparing mean green yield top performing hybrids synthesised with higher GDMOL GDMOR, it is understood that had definite yielding superior yield. It evident from identification a UMI 1200 X GETM 25 greater GDMOR  and  a N 66 DM 12-4 recorded standard heterosis (20.88%). The correlation studies revealed significant positive association performance for crude protein desirable negative fibre, ADF NDF. Keywords: Fodder maize, distance, hybrids,