The estimation of genetic variability and genetic divergence of some advance lines of sesame based on morphological traits

In plant breeding research, naturally existing genetic variability has been successfully utilized to some extent for sustainable production of desirable crops and the diversity in resources is most useful part breeders . The present experimentwas conducted estimate thegenetic variation as well divergence also 29 sesame genotypes based on morphological traits. high genotypic co-efficient (GCV) phenotypic (PCV) observed number branches / no. capsules plant. High heritability coupled with advance was estimated against seed yield plant, capsules/ HI indicating predominant role additive components their expression better scope utilization direct selection those are grouped into 5 clusters 16 traits i.e. Plant height, root length, vegetative dry weight, leaf-area index, days 50% flowering, per capsule seeds capsule, 100 maximum inter-cluster distance noticed between cluster II IV diverse relationship. Genotypes two wider agronomic were selected promising hybridization programs. Crosses can be made achieve recombinants.