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Title: Method for production of sorghum hybrids with selected flowering times

Patent ·
OSTI ID:1312654

Methods and composition for the production of sorghum hybrids with selected and different flowering times are provided. In accordance with the invention, a substantially continual and high-yield harvest of sorghum is provided. Improved methods of seed production are also provided.

Research Organization:
The Texas A&M University System, College Station, TX (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
FG02-06ER64306
Assignee:
The Texas A&M University System (College Station, TX)
Patent Number(s):
9,428,762
Application Number:
13/886,130
OSTI ID:
1312654
Resource Relation:
Patent File Date: 2013 May 02
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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