Effect of Seed Priming Techniques on Germination Parameters of Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.)
Contemporary Agriculture, 2018 A useful approach for improving seed germination and seedling growth is a seed priming technique. Application of the priming technique enhances water absorption, causing activation of metabolic activities in the seed.
Jocković Milan +7 more
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Phenotypic and molecular evaluation of genetic diversity in ns safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) collection [PDF]
Zbornik Matice Srpske za Prirodne Nauke, 2016 Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) belongs to the Asteraceae (Compositae) family. It is primarily grown for seeds used for bird feed or as edible oil. Stamens are used in traditional medicine and nutrition.
Marjanović-Jeromela Ana M. +7 more
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Molecular diversity and microsatellite polymorphism of modern maize hybrids [PDF]
Ratarstvo i Povrtarstvo, 2018 The aim of this study was to estimate genetic diversity of 97 modern maize hybrids cultivated in Serbia with 12 microsatellite markers. In total, 89 alleles were detected, with the average of 7.4 alleles per locus.
Mikić Sanja +7 more
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Nutritive value of tomatillo fruit (Physalis ixocarpa Brot.)
Acta Societatis Botanicorum Poloniae, 2014 Tomatillo is widely cultivated in Mexico but is little known in other countries. The chemical composition of fruit from field grown plants was investigated during several vegetative seasons. Tomatillo contained a relatively high percentage of dry matter (
Joanna Ostrzycka +4 more
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Screening of Azotobacter isolates for PGP properties and antifungal activity [PDF]
Zbornik Matice Srpske za Prirodne Nauke, 2015 Аmong 50 bacterial isolates obtained from maize rhizospherе, 13 isolates belonged to the genus Azotobacter. Isolates were biochemically characterized and estimated for pH and halo tolerance ability and antibiotic resistance.
Bjelić Dragana Đ. +5 more
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Field performance of abnormal maize seedlings [PDF]
Ratarstvo i Povrtarstvo, 2018 The aim of this study was to investigate field emergence parameters, number of plants that reached reproductive stage and yield of seed lots with different count of abnormal seedlings.
Vujošević Bojana +6 more
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Seed vitality of sunflower inbred lines influenced by meteorological factors and seed size [PDF]
Journal on Processing and Energy in Agriculture, 2022 Climate changes inevitably affect plant production, but it is difficult to predict their direct impact on a vitality (germination) of a produced seed.
Krstić Miloš +6 more
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Modular, Textile‐Based Soft Robotic Grippers for Agricultural Produce Handling
Advanced Robotics Research, EarlyView.This article introduces textile‐based pneumatic grippers that transform simple textiles into robust bending actuators. Detailed experiments uncover how cut geometry and fabric selection shape performance. Successful handling of fragile agricultural items showcases the potential of textile robotics for safe, scalable automation in food processing and ...
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Effect of soybean seed priming on germination energy [PDF]
Journal of Agricultural Sciences (Belgrade), 2018 Six varieties were chosen from three different maturity groups: Galina and NS Princeza (0), Sava and NS Apolo (I), and Rubin and NS Zita (II) in order to examine the effect of priming on germination energy depending on soybean seed age.
Miladinov Zlatica J. +6 more
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Optimal time of soybean seed priming and primer effect under salt stress conditions [PDF]
Journal of Agricultural Sciences (Belgrade), 2015 The aim of this study was to examine optimal time of soybean seed priming and effect of primers under salt stress conditions. Testing was performed at the Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Novi Sad, on Galina seed variety.
Miladinov Zlatica J. +5 more
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