Evaluation of Physiological Quality of Seeds of Improved Snap Bean Lines under Different Storage

Seed quality is a key factor to succeed in a yield generation and storage is an important activity to control the physiological seed quality, as it preserves seed viability while maintaining its robustness at a reasonable level between planting and harvest. On this basis, the goal of this study was to evaluate the physiological quality of snap bean seeds stored in different types of packages and storage conditions. Eight genotypes comprising six lines and two controls were analyzed. It was applied a completely randomized block design with four replicates in a factorial scheme (8×2×2×7).Seed storage was performed in permeable and impermeable packages under controlled and uncontrolled conditions. The physiological seed quality was evaluated by means of germination and vigor tests. The different types of package and storage conditions influenced the physiological seed quality. Under controlled storage conditions, the permeable and impermeable packages were more efficient in controlling the physiological quality of snap bean seeds.

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Seed quality response of Urochloa humidicola cv. Llanero to drying surfaces and environments1

Pesquisa Agropecuária Tropical ◽

10.1590/1983-40632018v4851396 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 48 (3) ◽

pp. 306-315

Author(s):

Alan Mario Zuffo ◽

Joacir Mario Zuffo Júnior ◽

Everton Vinicius Zambiazzi ◽

Fábio Steiner

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Germination Rate ◽

Seed Storage ◽

Brachiaria Humidicola ◽

Randomized Design ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

Completely Randomized Design ◽

Quality Response ◽

And Storage

ABSTRACT The drying process and storage may interfere in the quality of creeping signalgrass seeds [Urochloa humidicola (Rendle.) Morrone & Zuloago, syn. Brachiaria humidicola (Rendle.) Schweick.]. This study aimed to evaluate the physical, physiological and sanitary quality of creeping signalgrass cv. Llanero seeds submitted to drying surfaces and environments and stored for two periods (1 and 8 months). The experiment was arranged in a completely randomized design, in a 4 × 2 × 2 + 2 factorial arrangement, with four drying surfaces (soil, asphalt, concrete and ceramic floor), two drying environments (seeds exposed to the sun or shade), two seed storage periods (1 and 8 months) and two additional treatments with drying in paper bags under laboratory conditions (control) and stored for 1 or 8 months, with four replicates. The water content, viability by the tetrazolium test, electrical conductivity, germination rate, germination rate index and seed sanitary quality were measured. Drying at full sun impaired the physiological quality of the seeds due to the high temperatures (46.8-51.0 ºC) of the drying surface; however, reduced the incidence of pathogens. The drying of seeds in paper bags under shade results in a higher physiological quality, but the sanitary quality is compromised. However, the pathogens present in the seeds did not inhibit their viability and vigor. The storage for eight months reduces the seed quality.

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Effect of polyethylene glycol 6000 and storage period on seed quality of cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.)

Pelita Perkebunan (a Coffee and Cocoa Research Journal) ◽

10.22302/iccri.jur.pelitaperkebunan.v30i1.193 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 30 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Astiti Rahayu ◽

Triani Hardiyati ◽

Ponendi Hidayat

Keyword(s):

Seed Germination ◽

Seed Quality ◽

Storage Period ◽

Seed Storage ◽

Peg 6000 ◽

Randomized Design ◽

Long Time ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

And Storage

Increased productivity of cocoa needs high quality of cocoa seeds which are generally provided by certified seed gardens located far from smallholders farm, where seed delivery takes long time and may reduce physiological quality of seeds. One effort to maintain the seed quality is by treatment the seeds with polyethylene glycol6000 (PEG 6000). This study was aimed to study the interaction of PEG 6000 concentration and storage period on cocoa seed quality, and to determine the best concentration of PEG 6000 and storage period to maintain cocoa seed quality. The research was conducted in seed storage room, seed laboratory and green houseof PPPPTK, Cianjur. The experimental design used was a factorial completely randomized design and each combination treatment repeated three times. The first factor was concentration of PEG 6000 of 0%, 20%, 40%, and 60%, and the second factor was the storage period of 3 weeks, 6 weeks, 9 weeks, and 12 weeks. The results showed that concentration of PEG 60% with three weeks storage period was able to minimize the number of moldy seeds. The concentration of PEG 20%, 40%, and 60% were able to prevent seed germination in storage until six weeks. Concentration of PEG 6000 20% was able to maintain moisture content, seed germination, and germination rate.Key words:cocoa seed, storage, recalcitrant, PEG

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Quality of adzuki bean seeds desiccated with flumioxazin and subjected to storage

Arquivos do Instituto Biológico ◽

10.1590/1808-1657000862018 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 87 ◽

Author(s):

Cássio Jardim Tavares ◽

Morgana Soares Sousa ◽

Marco Antonio Moreira de Freitas ◽

Juliana de Fátima Sales ◽

Osvaldo Resende ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Block Design ◽

Seed Vigor ◽

Adzuki Bean ◽

Herbicide Application ◽

Randomized Block Design ◽

Evaluation Time ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

And Storage

ABSTRACT Production and storage environments influence the physiological and sanitary quality of seeds. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of the herbicide flumioxazin applied as a preharvest desiccant and storage on the physiological and sanitary quality of adzuki bean seeds. A randomized block design was used in a split-plot scheme, with four replications. Plots consisted of five doses of the herbicide flumioxazin (20, 25, 30, 35, and 40 g ai·ha-1) and subplots consisted of two evaluation times (harvest and six months after harvest). Two controls, with no herbicide application, were tested for each evaluation time. The physiological seed quality was maintained with doses from 25 to 35 g·ha-1 of flumioxazin. Increasing herbicide doses reduced the electrical conductivity of seeds. The increased doses also reduced the percentage of normal seedlings in the first germination count after six months of storage and caused seedling vigor loss. The storage of adzuki bean for six months reduced its physiological quality, leading to losses in germination and seed vigor. Storage and increasing doses of the desiccant flumioxazin reduced the incidence of the pathogens Rhizopus, Cladosporium, and Fusarium in the seeds. The increased doses of this herbicide reduced Aspergillus incidence. Penicillium incidence was not affected by treatments.

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Physiological quality of Gliricidia sepium (Jacq.) Steud. (Leguminosae - Papilionoideae) seeds subjected to different storage conditions

Revista Árvore ◽

10.1590/s0100-67622012000200004 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 36 (2) ◽

pp. 229-235 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Renata Conduru Ribeiro Reis ◽

Claudinéia Regina Pelacani ◽

Cimille Gabrielle Cardoso Antunes ◽

Bárbara França Dantas ◽

Renato Delmondez de Castro

Keyword(s):

Water Content ◽

Seed Viability ◽

Gliricidia Sepium ◽

Storage Conditions ◽

Physiological Processes ◽

Plastic Bags ◽

Starting Point ◽

Cultivated Plant ◽

Physiological Quality

Studies of seed physiological processes represent the starting point for the sustainable utilization of native or cultivated plant species from the caatinga biome for which germination studies are still scarce. In order to determine adequate methods for the conservation of Gliricidia sepium seeds, the physiological quality of propagules exposed to different conditions and times of storage were examined. Recently collected seeds of G. sepium were analyzed immediately, while the other sample was stored for three, six, nine, or twelve months in plastic or paper bags under refrigeration or at room temperature for further analysis. The germination rates of seeds from each storage regime were determined and these rates compared to their water content. It was observed that germination capacity was directly related to changes in seed humidity. Storing seeds in plastic bags yielded the best conservation, mainly when they were stored at low temperatures. However, even at temperatures near 25°C it was possible to prolong seed viability when their water content was controlled through the use of impermeable packing.

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Lignification of the plant and seed quality of RR soybeans sprayed with herbicide glyphosate

Revista CERES ◽

10.1590/s0034-737x2013000200019 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 60 (2) ◽

pp. 286-292

Author(s):

Cristiane Fortes Gris ◽

Edila Vilela de Resende Von Pinho ◽

Maria Laene de Moreira Carvalho ◽

Rafael Parreira Diniz ◽

Thaís de Andrade

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Lignin Content ◽

Block Design ◽

Accelerated Aging ◽

Soybean Seeds ◽

Randomized Block Design ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

Hand Weeding ◽

Herbicide Glyphosate

Differences in levels of lignin in the plant between conventional and transgenic cultivars RR has been reported by several authors, however, there are few studies evaluating the influence of spraying of glyphosate on the lignin in the plant and RR soybean seeds. The aim of this study was to evaluate the physiological quality of RR transgenic soybean seeds and the lignin contents of plants sprayed with the herbicide glyphosate. The assays were conducted both in greenhouse and field in the municipality of Lavras, MG, in the agricultural year 2007/08. The experiment was arranged in a splitplot design with four replicates, considering the treatments hand weeding and herbicide glyphosate as plots, and five RR soybean cultivars (BRS 245 RR, BRS 247 RR, Valiosa RR, Silvânia RR and Baliza RR) as splitplots. In the greenhouse, the cultivars tested were BRS 245 RR and Valiosa RR in a randomized block design with four replicates. The sprayings were carried out at stages V3, V7 and early R5 (3L/ha). The 1000 seed weight, mechanical injury, germination and germination velocity index, emergence velocity index, accelerated aging, electrical conductivity and water soaking seed test, lignin content in the seed coat, in the stem and legumes were determined. The spraying of glyphosate herbicide, in greenhouse and field, did not alter the physiological quality of seeds and the lignin contents in the plant.

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Physiological quality of pink pepper seeds (Schinus terebinthifolia Raddi.) as a function of storage

Revista de Ciencias Agrícolas ◽

10.22267/rcia.213801.150 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 38 (1) ◽

pp. 144-157

Author(s):

Thaísa De Oliveira Silveira ◽

Madelon Rodrigues Braz ◽

Gilmara Pires de Moura Palermo ◽

Tiago Böer Breier

Keyword(s):

Moisture Content ◽

Storage Time ◽

Storage Period ◽

Seed Storage ◽

Dry Weight ◽

Native Forest ◽

Alternative Source ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

And Storage

Seeds of native forest species for food and seedling production have a growing demand that impacts the need for studies involving seed storage in order to maintain good levels of germination quality. Thus, scientific analyzes that explore the physiological potential of the seeds of these species are necessary, especially for the pink pepper (Schinus terebinthifolia Raddi.), a species used as an alternative source of income for traditional communities and which has been arousing interest due to the consumption of its fruits as a condiment in the national and international market. This work aimed to assess the physiological quality of pink pepper seeds according to the storage period and seed size. The seeds came from a rural settlement, a pioneer in the extraction of pink pepper, in the state of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The seeds were evaluated for moisture content, germination, first count, length and dry weight of the germinated seedlings, during the period of time that they remained stored and the size of the seeds. The results allowed to conclude that: i) the germinative percentage of the stored pink pepper seeds decreased over the months; ii) the moisture content of the seeds decreased over the months evaluated iii) the different sizes of seeds did not show differences in germination and storage time and iv) values of length and dry weight of the seedlings did not differ according to the period of storage.

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Yield and physiological quality of wheat seeds after desiccation with different herbicides

Journal of Seed Science ◽

10.1590/2317-1545v39n3172506 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 39 (3) ◽

pp. 254-261 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Fábio Henrique Krenchinski ◽

Victor José Salomão Cesco ◽

Danilo Morilha Rodrigues ◽

Vinicius Gabriel Caneppele Pereira ◽

Alfredo Junior Paiola Albrecht ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Block Design ◽

Dry Mass ◽

Wheat Crop ◽

Glufosinate Ammonium ◽

Randomized Block Design ◽

Seedling Length ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

Wheat Seeds

Abstract: Some desiccation techniques for harvesting wheat may affect seed quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of different desiccant herbicides applied to the wheat crop and their effects on the production and seed quality. The experiment was conducted with cultivar COODETEC 150 (CD 150) in two sites in Palotina (Paraná state, Brazil) with a randomized block design consisting of 7 treatments (desiccation herbicides) and 4 replications. Desiccation was realized when 50% of the plants were in stage 80 with seeds in powdery or mass consistency. The variables analyzed were percentage of moisture content after harvest, Yield, hectoliter weight, mass of 100 seeds, vigor, germination, fresh mass of seedlings, dry mass of seedlings and root length. The herbicides carfentrazone-ethyl and clethodim were the ones that promoted greatest reduction in vigor. The herbicide paraquat caused reduction in seedling length. There was a reduction in the mass of 100 seeds for glufosinate-ammonium, clethodim, diquat and carfentrazone-ethyl. Glufosinate-ammonium, paraquat, glyphosate, clethodim and diquat caused reduction in yield. Desiccation of Cultivar CD 150 at stage 80 is not recommended, since plant Yield and physiological seed parameters were adversely affected by herbicides.

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Effect of drying, pelliculation and storage on the physiological quality of eggplant seeds

Journal of Seed Science ◽

10.1590/2317-1545v32n2959 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 36 (2) ◽

pp. 240-245 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Natassia Zamariola ◽

João Almir Oliveira ◽

Luiz Antônio Augusto Gomes ◽

Michelle Fonseca Jácome ◽

Leandro Vilela Reis

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Seedling Emergence ◽

Film Coating ◽

Germination Percentage ◽

Hybrid Seeds ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

Forced Air ◽

Air Circulation ◽

And Storage

The use of methods and technologies such as drying and film coating can bring significant contributions to the farmer. This experiment was conducted in order to evaluate the effect of drying and film coating on the physiological quality of eggplant seeds during storage. Hybrid seeds UGA MS1 produced by the company Hortiagro - Ijaci, MG were used. Seeds were subjected to two types of drying: slow (room temperature) and quick (oven with forced air circulation at 35 ºC). The chemical treatment was performed with the Captan product at a dose of 250 grams per 100 kilograms of seed and for the recoating were used three doses of polymer: (0, 3 and 6 mL.kg-1 of seeds). The physiological quality of seeds was evaluated every three months until reaching the period of nine months using germination test, seedling emergence test and seedling establishment. There is a reduction of physiological seed quality during the storage. The slow drying of eggplant seeds results in better quality seeds. The use of polymer reduces the germination percentage, germination speed index and the percentage of seedling emergence.

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Evaluation of Contamination Risks Due to the Sale and Storage Conditions of Smoked, Dried and Fresh Fishes in Ouagadougou

Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology ◽

10.9734/cjast/2021/v40i931346 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 42-54

Author(s):

Arouna Ouedraogo ◽

Cheikna Zongo ◽

François Tapsoba ◽

Hama Cissé ◽

Yves Traoré ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Burkina Faso ◽

Storage Period ◽

Storage Conditions ◽

Smoked Fish ◽

Different Types ◽

And Storage ◽

Fish Industry ◽

Fish Trade ◽

Temperature Storage

Aims: Fish is a product more and more consumed in Burkina Faso, especially in Ouagadougou. Poor sale and storage conditions can impact on the hygienic quality of fish. The objective of this study was to identify the contamination risks due to the sale and storage conditions of smoked, dried and fresh fishes. Study Design: A descriptive design was used to identify the different types and origins of fish on the markets in Ouagadougou and the practices and conditions of sale that could be sources of chemical and microbiological contamination. Place and Duration of Study: Relevant data was collated in Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) from February 2019 to July 2019. Methodology: A survey was conducted among traders of dried and smoked fish from 50 markets and major sales sites in Ouagadougou. Data collection was done using a questionnaire developed with Sphinx Plus2 software. Results: The results indicated a higher proportion of men (75%) than women (25%) with an age between 21 and 45 years old were participated in fish trade. The fish encountered in the markets of Ouagadougou come from Sourou, Kompienga and Bagré, as well as from external suppliers such as Côte d'Ivoire, Mali and Senegal. The different types of fish sold were dried or smoked carp (36.67%), smoked catfish (23.33%), dried Nanani or Djêdjê wala (concorde) (13.33%), smoked Macharon (10%), smoked Racok (10%) and smoked eels or Roolgo in mooré (local language) (6.67%). The types of fish most purchased by consumers, in order, were: Carp, Catfish, Macharon, Nanani. In addition, the study detected risks of contamination of the fish, namely: exposure material consisting of tables and baskets, conservation at room temperature, storage period of 10 to 30 days, no training in hygiene, fish served with bare hands, exposed to dust and stray animals. Conclusion: In sum, the study revealed some characteristics of the fish industry in Ouagadougou and also risks of contamination of fish sold on the markets.

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PHYSIOLOGICAL AND SANITARY QUALITY OF DESICCATED AND STORED AZUKI BEAN SEEDS

Revista Caatinga ◽

10.1590/1983-21252016v29n108rc ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 29 (1) ◽

pp. 66-75 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

CÁSSIO JARDIM TAVARES ◽

PATRÍCIA CARDOSO FERREIRA ◽

ADRIANO JAKELAITIS ◽

JULIANA DE FÁTIMA SALES ◽

OSVALDO RESENDE

Keyword(s):

Seed Quality ◽

Block Design ◽

Azuki Bean ◽

Herbicide Application ◽

Seed Health ◽

Randomized Complete Block Design ◽

Physiological Quality ◽

Seed Health Test ◽

Health Test

ABSTRACT: The objective of this research was to evaluate the effects of using different herbicides as desiccants in pre-harvest and the effects of storage on the physiological and sanitary quality of azuki bean seeds (Vigna angularis Willd). The experiment was arranged in a randomized complete block design in a split plot scheme, with four replications. Four herbicides were tested: paraquat (400 g a.i. ha-1), glufosinate ammonium (400 g a.i. ha-1), glyphosate (720 g a.i. ha-1), flumioxazin (30 g a.i. ha-1) and a control without herbicide application. In the subplots seed quality was tested in two evaluation periods: at harvest and six months after harvest. Desiccant was applied when the azuki beans were physiologically mature. We assessed the physiological and sanitary quality of the seeds using a vigour and seed health test. The use of glyphosate resulted in a higher incidence of abnormal seedlings and reduced size and weight of the seedlings. With paraquat and flumioxazin the physiological quality was maintained and there was reduced pathogen infestation in the seeds six months after harvest. Storage affected the physiological quality of the azuki bean seeds.

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