Choose the first-generation mating type ** Use this feature to select the mating types for the first-generation mating. Mating type options are described in the following table: Option Choose to allow: Include self and outcross self and non-self crosses, that is, crosses of a row with itself as well as crosses of distinct rows. Include self only self crosses only, that is, crosses of a row with itself only. Include outcross only non-self crosses only, that is, crosses of distinct rows only. To Specify the Mating Type: Select the desired mating type by clicking within the appropriate radio button.