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Resistance in tropical maize to the maize weevil and larger grain borer.
(2013)
Storability of maize grain is constrained by two postharvest insect pests namely the maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais) and larger grain borer (LGB) (Prostephanus truncatus). Host plant resistance is the most economic way ...
Determination of the heterotic groups of maize inbred lines and the inheritance of their resistance to the maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais)
(Makerere University, 2012-02)
Maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais) is an important insect pest of maize in the tropics. It causes economic losses to maize growers, especially resource-poor farmers who lack adequate storage facilities. The weevil infests ...