Genetic parameters and selection for multiple traits in recurrent selection populations of maize

The efficiency of recurrent selection depends, among other factors, on the estimation parameters that guide breeder to obtain genetic gains for multiple traits. aim this research was estimate and phenotypic maize populations during third cycle traits interest. CRE-01 CRE-02, potential resistance corn stunt, were described using variance components, heritability, variation indices correlation between 16 agronomic Direct indirect estimated each trait considering Smith Hazel, Mulamba Mock Z index. Both have variability High heritability estimates obtained most traits, which associated with variability, indicate these may show continuous selection. All indexes provided satisfactory gains, but index promising results both populations.