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Combining ability and heritability for host resistance to Aspergillus flavus and Aflatoxin accumulation in tropical mid-altitude maize
Abstract
Aflatoxins are toxic, and highly carcinogenic secondary metabolites of Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. They pose a serious health hazard to humans and animals that consume contaminated grain. Recently, the National Maize Breeding Program at National Crop Resources Research Institute (NaCRRI)