Evaluation of Morphological Parameters and Yield in Cotton (Gossypium Hirsutum) Through Correlation and Path Coefficient Analysis

The present study was conducted to determine correlation and path coefficient analysis of morphological parameter and yield components of G. hirsutum cotton. The results showed that node of first fruiting branch, monopodial branches/Plant, boll number and boll weight was positively and significantly correlated with yield. Similarly path coefficient analysis revealed that node of first fruiting branch, monopodial branches/Plant, boll number and boll weight had maximum direct positive effect on seed cotton yield, whereas ginning out turn percentage (GOT%) and staple length had the direct negative effect on seed cotton yield.