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1. If you start with the recurrent parent and keep crossing with the donor you get on good well adapted variety which has got the intended traits b
2. Breeding can be done in in a green house. doesnt require target don’t have to work on the field.
3. The procedures is rapid/quick compared to others
4. The method gives predictable results which are repeatable
5. Only require small quantities of the plant you want to convert saves on time and space – cheaper.
6. You minimize the amount of testing required at the end of the evaluation
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