Question
In the context of onion seed production, which cytoplasmic male sterility (CM
- S type is most widely exploited commercially for producing hybrids?
Solution
The S (Sterile) cytoplasm is commonly used in onion hybrid breeding. It leads to male sterility in the presence of certain nuclear backgrounds, making controlled hybrid production easier.
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