Diversity and characterization of creole maize varieties: case study in cultivation systems of Guerrero’s costa chica, México

Authors

  • Hermilo Navarro-Garza
  • Martín Hernández-Flores
  • Fernando Castillo-González
  • Ma. Antonia Pérez-Olvera

Abstract

Maize (Zea mayz L.) has an important cultural and economic
value for phytogenetic wealth, due to its strategic dietary
purpose. The objective of this study was to explore management
antecedents and characterize native populations of Creole corns.
The working methodology was to carry out a contest of white
Creole corns, based on criteria used by local producers in
Tecoanapa, Guerrero. This first stage allowed understanding
its diversity, characterizing its cobs, and selecting producers.
In May 2006, 29 farmers and 42 parcels were selected, based
on materials that entered the contest as “local Creolesâ€.
Surveys were carried out regarding their seeds, and use and
management of Creoles. Results report the use of 11 Creole
varieties. Palmeño and Olotillo were the ones of greatest use and
they were characterized with 24 variables. Comparative analysis
between Palmeño and Olotillo show significant differences
between most of the variables. For Olotillo, the existence of
differences between variables at the time of seed selection is
exemplified, comparing this with estimation in the field.
Management along different native population years shows
a variability of criteria for seed selection and the consistent
expression during the cultivation cycle, as a result from diverse
experiences among farmers.

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2012-10-04

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Navarro-Garza, H., Hernández-Flores, M., Castillo-González, F., & Pérez-Olvera, M. A. (2012). Diversity and characterization of creole maize varieties: case study in cultivation systems of Guerrero’s costa chica, México. Agricultura, Sociedad Y Desarrollo, 9(2), 149–165. Retrieved from https://revista-asyd.org/index.php/asyd/article/view/1127

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Vol. 9 No. 2 (2012): Agricultura Sociedad y Desarrollo

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