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The Use Of Genetics Principles In Research Evaluation: An Example With Soybeans

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  • Norton, George W.
  • Sundquist, W. Burt

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This paper explores the potential use of quantitative genetics principles in evaluating economic returns to plant breeding research. Basic factors affecting genetic progress are described along with possibilities for quantifying them in relation to research expenditures. An example with soybeans illustrates how this information can be incorporated into ex ante research evaluation.

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  • Norton, George W. & Sundquist, W. Burt, 1981. "The Use Of Genetics Principles In Research Evaluation: An Example With Soybeans," Staff Papers 14187, University of Minnesota, Department of Applied Economics.
  • Handle: RePEc:ags:umaesp:14187
    DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.14187
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