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Originally Posted by Bolero  I agree that it's presented and judged according to how it looks that day. But my point is that judging is a result of the need to breed progeny and I just wonder if the award really reflects the quality of the plant. As a student judge myself I understand the concepts of judging but wonder if the judging results in a quality plant that can be bred from.
And to be honest I can't remember plants (well not many) I judged 2 or 3 years ago. But you are right, it is of course how the plant looks when presented. |
Well, I suppose, in theory, yes. AN awarded plant in the hands of a hybridizer is probably more likely to be used, as a seedling is more desireable to some if both parents are awarded. However, for my part, I wouldn't necessarily let awards dictate my breeding. My answer, I guess, is that theoretically, yes, the awards system encourages continuance of breeding lines. I would contend, however, that the hybridizer/breeder has a goal in mind for his or her breeding. So does the award really continue the line or does the award just reinforce the hybridizer's vision?
As for the breedability, I can't imagine that the award does relect any sort of real quality as a parent. If it did, we'd have to have our plants tested to verify ploidy, at the least, before an award is made official.
-Cj