Variance component analysis of quantitative traits in Muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.)

A study was undertaken to understand the genetics of yield formation traits in muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.) germplasm collected from Andhra Pradesh, India that has potential for yield improvement. Thirty five genotypes were evaluated in a randomized block design with three replications during late rabi season at the Vegetable Research Station, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. Analysis of variance revealed significant differences for almost all the characters under study except number of fruits per vine indicating presence of sufficient amount of variability in the germplasm under study offering ample scope for improving the population for these characters.