FP24107Augmenting the basis of lodging tolerance in wheat (Triticum aestivum) under natural and simulated conditions
Lodging occurs when crop stems bend permanently from their usual upright position, reducing yield. Lodging has been witnessed in various places worldwide, and its unpredictable nature makes it a substantial constraint for yield improvement.To better understand this process and determine the trait best correlated with lodging in wheat (Triticum aestivum), a study was conducted under both artificially-induced and natural lodging conditions. Genotypes were ranked, and we tried to standardise methodology for measuring lodging tolerance in an artificial environment.