Exploring genetic variability, heritability, and trait correlations in gari and eba quality from diverse cassava varieties in Nigeria.

The stable broad-sense heritability found for gari%, gari and eba colour, bulk density, swelling index and ITPA-hardness coupled with sufficient variability in the population indicates good potential for genetic improvement of these traits through recurrent selection. Also, it is possible to genetically improve gari%, bulk density and swelling power by simultaneously improving dry matter content of fresh roots. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.