Seed Science - Science topic

Seed longevity, which holds paramount importance for agriculture and biodiversity conservation, continues to represent a formidable frontier in plant biology research. While advances have been made in identifying regulatory elements, the precise mechanisms behind seed lifespan determination remain intricate and context-specific. This comprehensive...

In today’s world of nanotechnology, remote sensing, computer modeling and precision farming, it’s easy to overlook the foundational role of seed science. Yet, as researchers grapple with challenges like climate change and feeding a growing global population, the science of seeds remains critical. While innovations like integrated pest management, o...

In order to improve germination and vigour, the current study was conducted using three carrot varieties viz. Carrot Florence (G1), Deb Kuroda-1 (G2), and Deb Kuroda-3 (G3), and various concentrations and durations of PEG-6000, including 0.1 MPa for 24 hours (T2), 0.1 MPa for 48 hours (T3), 0.25 MPa for 24 hours(T4), 0.25 MPa for 48 hours (T5), 0.4...

The experiment was conducted during June–July 2021 at Department of Seed Science and Technology, Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan (HP), to determine the effect of priming sunflower seeds at varying GA3 concentrations on the seed quality parameters. The sunflower seeds were subjected to different seed priming treatm...

Biological seed coating, a novel seed treatment method that involves applying biological agents onto the seed surface to manage seed and soil-borne pathogens. This research employed a biocompatible polymer as an adjuvant and coated tomato seeds with Trichoderma viride, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus. The experiment was carr...

The present investigation was conducted during the Rabi season of 2023 at the Department of Seed Science & Technology, RPCAU, Pusa, "To study the effect of seed priming treatments on seed quality characteristics in Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L. Czern & Coss)." The experiment was laid out in a randomized block design (RBD) with ten different se...

Biological seed coating, a novel seed treatment method that involves applying biological agents onto the seed surface to manage seed and soil-borne pathogens. This research employed a biocompatible polymer as an adjuvant and coated tomato seeds with Trichoderma viride, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus. The experiment was carr...

The aim of this work was to correlate macronutrient content of soybean seeds to physiological quality of different cultivars. The work was developed in the Federal University of Pelotas, in the facilities of the Seed Science and Technology Graduate Program. The experimental design was randomized blocks in arranged in four replicates. The following...

The aimed to correlate the micronutrients content in soybean seeds with their physiological potential. The work was developed in the Federal University of Pelotas, in the facilities of the Seed Science and Technology Graduate Program. The experimental design was randomized blocks in arranged in four replicates. The micronutrients measured were: B,...

In 2022-24 periods, an investigation was carried out to reveal diverse microflora in cotton seeds at Department of Plant Pathology and the Department of Seed Science and Technology within the College of Agriculture, Bhawanipatna, OUAT (https://aiccip. cicr.org.in/CZ-OD-Bpatna.html). The study involved seven germplasms, namely V1-Br. 06 a (N) 410, V...

During the 2020-2021 growing season, the influence of altitudinal variations on the growth and yield of six Petunia varieties was evaluated. The varieties used for experiment were: ‘Red Chief’, ‘Star Mix’, ‘White’, ‘Pendula’, ‘N/C Mix’ and ‘Alderman’. The research was carried out across three experimental sites in Himachal Pradesh, India, Represent...

With a view to find out the effect of orgopriming on germination and other seed quality characters in coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.), a laboratory experiment was conducted during 2023-24 in Seed Testing Laboratory, Department of Seed Science and Technology, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh based on completely randomized block design (C...

Aconitum heterophyllum Wall. ex Royle, a biennial herb, native of western Himalayas and found in Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Sikkim in India. Its mostly species are highly toxic in nature. With the deal of toxicity Aconitum is also consider as rare valued herbal medicine of locales and used as the major component in the Indian Ayurvedic...

Grain storage plays a pivotal role in ensuring food security and sustaining agriculture for future generations. However, a wide array of insect pests, including the rice weevil (Sitophilus oryzae), pose a significant threat to stored grains. This study was conducted at the Laboratory of the Department of Seed Science and Technology, Bangladesh Agri...

While agricultural crops remain at the forefront of addressing global food demands and malnutrition, depleting resources, fluctuating climatic conditions, and the adverse impact of biotic/abiotic stresses define a major challenge. Plant seeds comprise an important starting material for plant propagation, in vitro generation, and conservation, and a...

A laboratory study was undertaken to assess the effect of seed polymer coating with ZnO, SiO 2 and TiO 2 nanoparticles (NPs) at different concentrations (250 and 500 ppm) on different seeds of vigour lots in sweet pepper at Department of Seed Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore. Among vigour level, high vigour see...

A laboratory study was undertaken to assess the effect of seed polymer coating with ZnO, SiO 2 and TiO 2 nanoparticles (NPs) at different concentrations (250 and 500 ppm) on different seeds of vigour lots in sweet pepper at Department of Seed Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore. Among vigour level, high vigour see...

The effect of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) in tomato plants can impact plant growth and production with the relationship between bacteria and plant roots. This research aimed to decide the benefits and impacts of PGPR on the development and production of tomato plants. The research was conducted within the Research facility of Seed S...

Background: Drought stress is a significant challenge for maize production, causing significant harm to crop growth and yield. In this experiment two set of pot culture experiment was conducted with three replication to assess the effect of phytohormone foliar spray on maize COH(M) 8. Methods: This experiment study was conducted at the Seed Science...

Aim: To screen the traditional cultivars of rice based on the tolerance indices of seedling characteristics. Study Design: The experimental plan used was Complete Randomized Design with 59 treatments (genotypes) and two replications. Place of Study: P.G. Laboratory, Department of Seed Science and Technology, Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Pundi...

A laboratory experiment was conducted to analyze the influence of foliar spray and stages of zinc application on seed quality parameters of harvested radish seeds cv. Japanese White in laboratory of the Department of Seed Science and Technology, Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan (HP). There were 12 treat...

In terms of higher plant's ability to survive as a species, the seed stage is crucial. It is a plant dispersion unit that can endure the time between seed maturation and the following generation's establishment as a seedling after it has sprouted. The seed is adapted to with stand prolonged periods of unfavorable conditions, particularly when it is...

Seed dormancy and germination are critical processes that determine the successful establishment of plants in their environments. Dormancy acts as a survival mechanism, ensuring that seeds germinate only under favorable conditions, while germination initiates the growth of a new plant. These are complex processes regulated by a network of genes and...

This study aims to examine the interaction between the dose of Fertiphos fertilizer and the JARWO (JARWO) planting pattern on the growth and yield of black rice mutant rice. The experiment was conducted in Jorong Labuah, Agam Regency, and the Seed Science and Technology Laboratory, Andalas University, Padang, from February to June 2024. A Completel...

This study focused on mitigating effects of an animal-derived biostimulant on sugar beet plantlets subjected to drought stress. The experiment was performed at the Seed Science and Technology Laboratory of the Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Field Crops, in 2024. It was established by the randomized plot 2×5 fa...

The 6th document of the Ministry of Education in 2019 pointed out that ideological and political education should run through the whole process of talent training, insisting that the effect of "cultivating people by virtue" should be regarded as the fundamental standard to test all the work of colleges and universities. Forage Processing and Storag...

Native seeds are a finite resource, and their inclusion in revegetation is vital for supporting restoration outcomes that are both effective and scalable. Pelletized seed enhancement technologies (SETs) offer a promising solution to improve seed use efficiency in ecological restoration. Yet, knowledge of how diverse suites of native species perform...

Hydro-priming is a pre-sowing procedure that creates a physiological environment in which seed germinates more efficiently. Primed seeds germinate more quickly and synchronously the next time, and the young seedlings that grow from them are more resistant to abiotic stressors than seedlings grown from unprimed seeds. One common method of priming is...

The revolutionary CRISPR-Cas9 technology, surpassing traditional genome editing methods like ZFNs and TALENs, is transforming seed science research. This technology's precision and efficiency enable significant advancements in various applications, including hybrid seed production, enhancing seed oil composition, reducing seed dormancy, and modifyi...

Dormancy is one of the obstacles in cultivating zalacca plants which have hard skin and seeds making them difficult to grow. Soaking using growth hormones is an alternative for growing seeds well. This research aims to determine the concentration of Gibberellin and determine the appropriate length of soaking time for Gibberellin (GA3) in germinatin...

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the morphometric characteristics of the seeds of different buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum Möench) lots obtained from different planting dates (29th Aug: 1, 13th Sep: 2, 28th Sep: 3, and 12th Oct: 4) with its seed germination quality under different temperature treatments. For each seed lot,...

Background: Groundnut bruchid (Caryedon serratus Olivier) is the most important stored grain insect pests of groundnut that significantly lowers the quality and market acceptance of the produce. The grub of this insect causes extensive damage to the kernels by boring into undamaged shell and feeds on seeds internally. Therefore, the present study i...

Seeds are the fundamental of the agriculture cycle. The quality of the seeds is of utmost importance in nurturing vigorous and healthy seedlings, establishing a strong plant stand in the field, and ultimately guaranteeing a plentiful crop harvest. Therefore, to guarantee seed quality, it is imperative to subject the seeds to rigorous quality assess...

Nanotechnology, mostly in application of the Nanoparticles, has started revolutionizing seed science and technology providing to some extent answers to most critical concerns in agriculture. The distinctive features of nanoparticles, such the huge surface area to volume ratio and the peculiar chemical properties, enable them to interact wit...

Influence of mineral fertilization of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) on yield and damage by Bean weevil (Acanthoscelides obtectus SAY) in a long-term stationary fertilizer experiment Evgeniya ZHEKOVA (✉), Galin GINCHEV, Svetlana STOYANOVA, Diana MARINOVA Влияние на минералното торене на полски фасул (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) върху добива и повре...

An efficient biological seed coating begins with the choice of a suitable polymer. Experiments were conducted at the Department of Seed Science and Technology, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, Hyderabad, to determine the compatibility of commercial polymers and biocontrol agents. Five polymers commercially used by the...

The experiment was conducted at Department of Seed Science and Technology, BACA, AAU, Anand, to find out the effect of fruit retention and days to fruit maturity on seed yield of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus), during kharif season of 2021-22. The experiment consisted of twelve treatment combinations involving four different number of fruits retenti...

Plant Breeding and Genetics Society of Nepal (PBaGSoN) for GAS-3B (Genetics, agrobiodiversity, seed science, breeding, biotechnology and biostatistics)

Background: Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) family: fabaceae, locally known as ‘Methi’ is a self pollinated leguminous spice crop. The plant originated in India and Northern Africa. In India, it is commonly consumed a condiment and used medicinally as a lactation stimulant. There are numerous other folkloric uses of fenugreek, for example,...

The purpose of our research was to study and analyze the environmental stability and adaptability to different envi-ronments of winter wheat varieties selected by the Institute of Climate-oriented Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences and the Selection and Genetic Institute of the National Center for Seed Science and Varietal Research of...

As the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) celebrates its 100-year anniversary in 2024, we can also commend its specific role in supporting research on seeds. Indeed, one of ISTA's objectives is " To actively promote research and dissemination of knowledge in seed science and technology, for the sampling, testing, storing, processing and...

REFERENCES Ahmad, S., M., Raza, M., Saleem, M., Zaheer, R., Iqbal, I. Haider, M. Aslam, M. Ali, and I. Khan, 2020.'Significance of partial root zone drying and mulches for water saving and weed suppression in wheat', J. Anim. Plant. Sci, 30, 154-162. Al-Chalabi, F. 2003. 'Biological response to wheat as control of the weeds diclofop-mathy herbicide...

Present study was carried during 2021–22 and 2022–23 at ICAR-Indian Institute Seed Science, Mau, Uttar Pradesh to evaluate the effect of thermopriming on inducing heat stress tolerance in barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) grown under suboptimal conditions. The experimental material consisted of two location specific varieties of barley, DWRB 101 and DWRB...

The present study was conducted in the Department of Seed Science and Technology, Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India during 2017–2019 to test the efficacy of plant defence signalling compounds to manage alternaria blight and improve seed quality of radish cv. Japanese white . The...

In the 2020-21 period, an investigation into the presence of diverse microflora in cotton seeds was conducted at the Department of Plant Pathology and the Department of Seed Science and Technology within the College of Agriculture, Bhawanipatna, OUAT. The study involved seven germplasms, namely V1- Br. 06 a (N) 410, V2- Br. 06 a (N) 409, V3- 4a (Z)...

The present study is titled "Effect of Organic Manures on Growth and Yield of Fennel under Garhwal Valley Conditions. It was carried out at the Research Farm of the Department of Seed Science and Technology, Chauras Campus, H.N.B Garhwal University, Srinagar (Garhwal), Uttarakhand during Rabi 2020-21 India. Foeniculum vulgare, commonly known as fen...

Present study was carried out on two seed lots (Fresh and one year old) of two oat varieties i.e. OS 6 and HFO 611 in the Department of Seed Science and Technology, CCS HAU Hisar during 2022-23. The seed was hormo-primed with different concentrations of GA3 (200, 400, 600, 800 and 1000 ppm). The results revealed that hormo-priming resulted in enhan...

Since frequent application of herbicide to foliar of the targeted plants proves inefficient in weed control a quick revert to method of weed control with a great potential to control weeds that are hard to be controlled, reduce herbicide phytotoxity and effectively control weeds with 10-fold lower dose and less or no trace of environmental pollutio...

A laboratory experiment was conducted during summer-2021 at Department of Seed Science and Technology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad. The experiment was laid out in completely randomized design consists of eight treatments including the seed treatment with different seed dressing fungicides and bio-agents in greengram with each repli...

Seed physiology is the study of functions and processes involved in the seed development, in germination and its control, and in the utilization of seed reserve during the early stages of seed germinationand seedling growth. Seeds have always caught the attention of both plant physiologists and agriculturists. Plant physiologists have been interest...

Since frequent application of herbicide to foliar of the targeted plants proves inefficient in weed control a quick revert to method of weed control with a great potential to control weeds that are hard to be controlled, reduce herbicide phytotoxity and effectively control weeds with 10-fold lower dose and less or no trace of environmental pollutio...

The study entitled "Effect of fruit position and fruit retention load on seed yield parameters in okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench]" was carried out during summer 2018 at the Sagdividi Farm, Department of Seed Science and Technology, College of Agriculture, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh. The experiment comprised of three factor...

Seed quality is a critical factor influencing agricultural productivity and food security globally. This review paper presents a comprehensive exploration of traditional and biotechnological approaches for seed quality enhancement, with an emphasis on current status and future prospects. Traditionally, seed quality improvement has relied on selecti...

Introduction ❖ Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is life for more than half of the world's population. It is a wealthy source of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre. ❖ The tropical climate of Kerala poses a particular challenge for seed storage as the seed is stored in bags with little control over humidity, temperature or air circu...

During July 2018 and April 2019, the laboratory study was conducted at the Department of Seed Science and Technology and National Seed Project, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, to investigate the influence of solarization on the seed quality of both bruchid-infested and fresh cowpea seeds (cv. IT38956-1). The findings indicated that...

Statistical significance, or lack thereof, is often erroneously interpreted as a measure of the magnitude of effects, correlations between variables or practical relevance of research results. However, calculated P -values do not provide any information of this sort. Alternatively, effect sizes as measured by effect size indices provide complementa...

Chili is one of the leading horticultural commodities that has high economic value and still requires serious handling, especially in increase production both in quality and quantity.The research was conducted at the Laboratory of Seed Science and Technology, Department of Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture, Syiah Kuala Darussalam University, B...

An experiment was carried out at the Seed Testing Laboratory, Department of Seed Science and Technology, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh, to characterize forty two kabuli chickpea genotypes based on seed quality parameters and chemical tests. Among 42 genotypes, seed germination percent was observed in DL-17-1306 (97.22%)with a mean of 9...

Physical dormancy, also known as hardseededness or seed coat impermeability, is a condition that occurs when a seed’s coat becomes impermeable, preventing the entry of water, gases, and other external factors. This impermeability serves as a protective mechanism, delaying germination until suitable conditions are met. Factors influencing hard seed...

The purpose of our research was to study and analyze the environmental stability and adaptability to different environments of winter wheat varieties selected by the Institute of Climate-oriented Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences and the Selection and Genetic Institute of the National Center for Seed Science and Varietal Research of t...

Seeds are essential for global food security, plant propagation and environmental conservation. Their quality, particularly germination and vigour, is critical for efficient plant production and resource use. This issue of Seed Science and Technology highlights diverse seed research from 11 countries, focusing on improving seed germination through...

This experiment was designed to investigate the effect of seed coating with micronutrient elements, regulators and growth stimulants on the characteristics of germination and seedling establishment of sugar beet seeds, and in the form of a completely randomized design with four repetitions in the year 2020, in the Razavi Seed and Plant Institute wa...

The percentage and rate of seed germination are critical factors leading to high yield in agriculture, but it has a diminishing effect on environmental stress. Seed pretreatment is one of the ways to increase the strength and velocity of seed germination to deal with salt stress. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of seed pretr...

Cotton is an important fiber crop in the world and it is mainly cultivated in dryland conditions. Due to climate change, drought is occurs frequently. Even though cotton is cultivated in dryland conditions it is sensitive to drought from germination to harvest. Akshay 65 F1Bt cotton seeds polymer coated with Arcus, Myconate, Genius coat 171, Qui...

A study was undertaken at the Department of Seed Science and Technology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, to investigate the Effect of priming treatment and storage containers to enhance the seed quality of tomato seeds. The experiment, conducted in 2021-2022, utilized a randomized complete block design to assess various seed priming techniques...

The study was conducted on fresh and one year old seed lot of two varieties of oat viz., OS 6 and HFO 611 in the laboratory of Seed Science and Technology, CCS Haryana Agricultural University during 2022-23. The seeds of both the lots of these varieties were haloprimed with solutions of different concentrations (0.5, 1.0 and 1.5%) of various salts...

This issue of Seed Science and Technology has a collection of articles that contribute to seed quality, which will be of interest to both farmers and the seed industry. The articles span diverse topics: germination treatments, vigour testing methods, viability equations and management of seed-borne inoculum. However, the majority of articles focus...

Introduction: Various strategies have been used to improve growth and productivity of crops through genetic approach, genetic engineering and breeding. However, economic feasibility and ease of use can pave the way for the application of priming techniques as "stress relievers" in agricultural production. The aim of this study was to evaluate the a...

Статтю присвячено професору Черкаського національного університету імені Богдана Хмельницького Володимиру Яковичу Білоножка з нагоди його 70-річного ювілею. Подано основні віхи життя і діяльності цього відомого вченого в галузі аграрних наук, педагога, організатора вищої освіти. Проаналізовано наукові здобутки В. Я. Білоножка, показано його внесок...

The purpose of our research was the study and analysis of drought resistance of winter wheat varieties selected by the Institute of Climate-oriented Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Selection and Genetics Institute of the National Center for Seed Science and Varietal Research of the National...

The present study entitled "Assess the effect of natural ageing on seed quality of Wheat seed (Triticum aestivum L.)" was conducted during rabi 2018-2019 at Department of Seed Science and Technology and Oil Seed Farm of CSAUA&T, Kanpur in Seed Testing Laboratory. The freshly stored seed was observed highest seed quality parameters i.e., germination...

A field experiment was conducted to study the effect of foliar spray of different micronutrients on plant growth, seed yield and quality in tomato at Main Vegetable Research Station, AAU, Anand and Department of Seed Science and Technology, B. A. College of Agriculture, Anand Agricultural University, Anand. The significantly higher plant height at...

Particular attention is paid to their genetic mechanisms during the interspecific hybridization using of G.hirsutum L. and G.barbadense L. species in the cotton plants. The study of the genetic foundations of chasmogamous and cleistogamous flower traits in solving the urgent problems facing the science of genetics and cotton breeding includes its t...

Aim: Small and irregular seed shapes make precision sowing difficult. Seed pelleting, which helps to make seed handling easier during sowing, is converting such seeds into bold, spherical shapes with a smooth surface. Seaweeds are a rich source of nutrients that promote growth, such as IAA, kinetin, zeatin, and gibberellins; auxins and cytokinins;...

A study was conducted to analyse the effect of pesticides and biofertilizers on enzymatic activity of dehydrogenase, catalase, peroxidase and superoxide dismutase (SOD) in seedlings of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) varieties (WH1105 and WH1124) and their old and fresh seed lots. This experiment was conducted in the laboratories at the Department of...

The crises of biodiversity loss, climate change and food security are challenges faced by the conservation and agriculture sectors. We outline, via presentations from the Australasian Seed Science Conference, how seed science is addressing these challenges. Research is focused on practical solutions for seed bank management, seed use and biodiversi...

Seed is the most crucial input for gaining a plentiful output. The germination of the seed in the field condition is hampered by various edaphic factors along with different pests. So it becomes necessary to treat the seed before sowing with various chemical and biological agents. That’s why seed treatment with insecticides, fungicides and bioferti...

Present investigation was carried out with three carrot viz., Carrot Florence (G1), Deb Kuroda-1 (G2), Deb Kuroda-3 (G3) and different concentration and durations of Ag-Nanoparticles were 20 ppm for 12 hrs (T2), 20 ppm for 6 hrs (T3), 15 ppm for 12 hrs (T4), 15 ppm for 6 hrs (T5), 10 ppm for 12 hrs (T6), 10 ppm for 6 hrs (T7), non-primed seeds (T0)...

A study was carried out at department of seed science, technology, College of Agriculture, Raichur during Kharif-2018-19 to study the effect of hydropriming methods on seed quality parameters in prosomillet cv. HP-4. The hydropriming methods conducted for the study were-T 0-No soaking, T 1-6 h of soaking, T 2-8 h of soaking, T 3-10 h of soaking, T...

Seed priming (SP) treatments are widely used in agriculture and restoration to improve seed germination and seedling vigor. Although there exists a considerable amount of scientific literature on SP, it has seldom undergone visual and quantitative analyses. To gain insights into the patterns observed in SP research over the last three decades, we c...

Plant propagation is an art and science in exploring the dynamic interplay between fusion of creativity and empirical knowledge that underpins the cultivation and perpetuation of plant species. This entails a comprehensive understanding of principles, environmental factors, and technological innovations in multiplication of most of the horticultura...

Seeds are the beginning of plant life; for this reason, using quality seeds and having superior genetic traits are needed to support the growth and development of plants to be better and provide maximum production. This study aims to obtain local upland rice cultivars with quality seeds and quality with the best germination and traits with superior...

The aim of the study is to identify the suitable modified atmospheric storage condition required for long term storage of groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) variety TMV (Gn) 13. The experiment was conducted during 2022 at Department of Seed Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. The groundnut pods and kernels were subj...

An experiment was conducted at Vegetable Research farm, Kalyanpur and Seed Testing Laboratory of Department of Seed Science & Technology, CSAUA&T, Kanpur by using Factorial Randomized Block Design and Factorial Complete Randomized Design respectively with three replications. The okra variety, Arka Anamika was tested with 12 treatment combinations (...

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The present study was focused on the evaluation of foliar spray treatment to arrest the flower drop in order to increase the seed set and seed yield in greengram. The crop of greengram var.CO 8 was raised by adopting the recommended package of practices during rabi season during 2019 and 2020 at Department of Seed Science and Technology, TNAU, Coim...

The present study was focused on the evaluation of foliar spray treatment to arrest the flower drop in order to increase the seed set and seed yield in greengram. The crop of greengram var.CO 8 was raised by adopting the recommended package of practices during rabi season during 2019 and 2020 at Department of Seed Science and Technology, TNAU, Coim...

This study was undertaken with different concentra¬tion and duration of PEG-6000 to observe the effect of germination and seedling vigour in chickpea seeds. The experiment was conducted in seed testing labo¬ratory, Department of Seed Science and Technology, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal, India during 2020-2021 f...

The purpose of our research was to study and analyze the environmental stability and adaptability to different environments of winter wheat varieties selected by the Institute of Climate-oriented Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences and the Selection and Genetic Institute of the National Center for Seed Science and Varietal Research of t...

The purpose of our research was the study and analysis of drought resistance of winter wheat varieties selected by the Institute of Climate-oriented Agriculture of the National Academy of Sciences of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Selection and Genetics Institute of the National Center for Seed Science and Varietal Research of the National...

Poor germination in fodder crops is one of the major reasons responsible for lower than potential green forage yield of cereals. Invigoration treatments aids to promote and accelerate germination, increase the vigour of seedlings, and improve stand establishment in field, vegetable, and horticultural crops. Therefore, a study was carried out to eva...

In afforestation and reforestation programs, seed has become a valuable commodity and its collection, identification, handling, processing, testing, storage and certification requires prudent planning. The research and development in seed science and technology have made significant progress in recent years. The quality of seed has been the subject...

The current study was conducted during the Kharif season of 2022-23 at B-Block, College of Forestry, Ranichauri, V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand. To study the influence of sowing windows on the performance of finger millet under field conditions with three sowing dates viz. D1 (01.06.2022), D...

The quality of seeds is a critical factor in crop establishment and has a substantial influence on overall production and productivity. Seed treatment is used to manage seed-borne pathogens, insects and pests which can directly impact seed quality, germination, and vigor. This study was conducted during 2018 to 2020 at the Department of Seed Scienc...

Superior storage is the basic requirement in seed production programme as maintenance of high seed viability and vigour from harvest to planting is of utmost importance in seed storage. Therefore, inexpensive, effortless and realistic technology to extend the shelf life of seeds under ambient condition is immensely needed. Moreover, a cost effectiv...