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Ethephon effects on barley in central Alberta
Ethephon, a plant growth regulator used to prevent lodging in cereals, was tested on barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) cultivars representing a cross-section of types grown in Alberta, Canada over a period of 5 yr. The study was conducted in two parts: in the
J. S. Taylor +2 more
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EFFECT OF CHEMICAL FRUIT THINNING 0F SAMANY DATE PALM CULTIVAR. [PDF]
The effect of fruit thinning using ethephon and cytophex at different concentrations and dates of application was studied on Samany date palm cultivar in two seasons (2003-2004). Fruit set percentage was much decreased when ethephon was sprayed at all
T. Saber +3 more
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Stimulation of Germination of Freshly Collected and Cold-Stored Seeds of Ambrosia artemisiifolia L.
Herbicides are the most commonly used means of controlling the growth of Ambrosia artemisiifolia L. Their constant use has led to the development of resistant populations.
Maja Šćepanović +3 more
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Translocation of Ethephon in Beans and Peas1
Abstract Translocation of (2-chloroethyl) phosphonic acid (ethephon) was studied in 14-day old bean plants ( Phaseolus vulgaris L. cv. Black Valentine) and 7-day old pea seedlings ( Pisum sativum L. cv. Alaska).
Francis Y. Kwong, H. B. Lagerstedt
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The effects of ethephon on saskatoon (Amelanchier alnifolia Nutt) fruit ripening
Field experiments were conducted on two cultivars of saskatoon to test the effectiveness of ethephon in stimulating uniform fruit ripening without compromising fruit quality. Shrubs of cultivars Northline and Smoky were sprayed to runoff with ethephon (0,
Ozga, Jocelyn A. +2 more
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Background The stimulatory effect of CO2 on ethylene evolution in plants is known, but the extent to which ethylene controls photosynthesis is not clear. Studies on the effects of ethylene on CO2 metabolism have shown conflicting results.
Khan NA
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Chemical control strategies for Poa annua in managed turfgrass systems
Abstract Poa annua L. is a widespread and persistent weed in managed turfgrass systems, exhibiting both annual and short‐lived perennial growth habits. Effective management requires an integrated approach, with chemical herbicides remaining a primary tool.
James D. McCurdy +15 more
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Spring frosts exacerbated by global climate change have become a constant threat to temperate fruit production. Delaying the bloom date by plant growth regulators (PGRs) has been proposed as a practical frost avoidance strategy.
Jianyang Liu +6 more
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Effects of Ethephon on Olive Ripening1
Abstract Solutions of (2-chloroethyl) phosphonic acid (ethephon) at 1000, 1500, and 2000 ppm were sprayed on trees of ‘Giarraffa’ olive ( Olea europaea L.) time midway between the onset of pit hardening, and the maximum respiratory rate induced early pigmentation of drupes ...
E. Rugini, G. Bongi, G. Fontanazza
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The aim of this study was to find out the effect of Ethephon, an ethylene releasing compound, in a combination with sulfuric acid resin production Pinus merkusii. The tested stimulants were ETRAT; SR4; 20% sulfuric acid; 20% sulfuric acid - Ethephon 2%;
Sunarta, Sigit +5 more
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