Application of Statistical Methods for Evaluation of Local Phaseolus vulgaris L. Experimental Data

Abstract

Beans are a traditional crop grown almost anywhere in the country. The local forms are well adapted to specific agro-climatic conditions in the growing areas and are an interesting initial material for selection programs. The aim of the study is the implementation of statistical methods for evaluation of genetic diversity in the local Phaseolus vulgaris L. collection and to indicate correlation relationships between the studied parameters and economical characteristics. The included genotypes were collected from expeditions by bilateral cooperation project with China. The experiment was conducted in the vegetable field of IPGR, Sadovo. Plants are characterized by quantitative and qualitative indicators, according to the International descriptor of IBPGRI (1982). The results indicate genetic diversity in the studied collection and correlation relationships between the studied parameters and yield per plant.