1.1 Introduction
In this section, Genomic Selection Strategies for Enhancing Drought Tolerance in Maize Cultivars in Semi-Arid Zones is discussed, with relevant and recent citations. As a prelude to other parts of this study, this chapter will discuss the background upon which this study was initiated, the statement of problems that led to this study, the aim and objectives of the study. Others are significance of the study, scope of work, research hypothesis and questions, limitation of the study and definition of terms.
1.4 Aim and Objectives of the Study
The main aim of this research is to enhance the Drought Tolerance in Maize Cultivars in Semi-Arid Zones. The specific objectives of this study are:
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