Development of techniques to study root systems of sugarcane : SRDC final report BS56S

Author	Reghenzani, JR
Date Accessioned	2012-11-12
Date Available	2012-11-12
Issued	1993
Identifier	http://hdl.handle.net/11079/317
Abstract	The aim of this project, to develop quantitative, cost-effective techniques for assessing the size and extensiveness of root systems in sugarcane, has been achieved. The equipment purchased and subsequently modified, and the techniques developed, have vastly improved the capacity to study root systems of sugarcane. Modifications were made to substantially improve the operation of the hydropneumatic elutriation system imported from USA. Optimal settings of the image analysis system imported from the UK were determined for root length measurement (monochrome) and root colour (colour image processing). Macro files were written to speed the operation of the latter.
Language	en
Part of Series	BSES - Tully; 1993 No 634 Report SD93003
Subject	Sugarcane
Subject	Root systems
Subject	Techniques
Subject	Image analysis
Subject	Varieties
Subject	Plant breeding
Title	Development of techniques to study root systems of sugarcane : SRDC final report BS56S

Varieties, plant breeding and release [124]
Research outcomes: Comprehensive and efficient variety breeding, selection and release programs responding to yield expectations, environmental constraints, resource scarcity and regional preferences. Faster varietal adoption using advanced methods for bulking, distribution and planting.