Enhancement of germination and early seedling growth of rice (Oryza sativa) var. FARO44 by seed priming under normal and drought stressed conditions

Rice is an important cereal consumed globally, however, poor germination and non-uniform seedling establishment are major causes of low rice yield in water-limiting arid ecosystems. Seed priming study with KNO3, SA and SiO2 to enhance germination and seedling growth was carried out with the objectiv...

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Main Authors: Ali, Lawan Gana, Nulit, Rosimah, Ibrahim, Mohd Hafiz, Yong, Christina Seok Yien
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor and Francis 2020
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/88812/1/ABSTRACT.pdf