The effect of testing rate on biomechanical measurements related to stalk lodging

Abstract Background Stalk lodging (the premature breaking of plant stalks or stems prior to harvest) is a persistent agricultural problem that causes billions of dollars in lost yield every year. Three-point bending tests, and rind puncture tests are common biomechanical measurements utilized to inv...

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Main Authors: Kaitlin Tabaracci, Jacques Vos, Daniel J. Robertson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-08-01
Series:Plant Methods
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13007-024-01253-9