Germination improvement of fenugreek seeds with cold plasma: Exploring long-lasting effects of surface modification

Exploring Cold plasma technology: Enhancements in Carob seed germination, phytochemical Composition, and antioxidant activity

“…This activation enhances water imbibition and nutrient uptake, facilitating the initiation of germination processes. In general, the seed germination improvement through cold plasma treatment could be attributed to several factors: (1) increase of surface roughness and microstructuring of the outer layers of the seed coat [ 4 ], (2) presence of nitrogen dioxide, nitrate, and nitrite in cold plasma, which are able to break seed dormancy [ 6 ] by regulating gibberellin biosynthesis and abscisic acid catabolism [ 8 ], (3) improve of the accessibility of active oxygen/nitrogen species to the embryo in the seeds [ 2 ], (4) stimulate some enzymes involved in the metabolism of proteins and soluble sugars [ 8 ].…”

“…The conventional way to improve seed germination is by using magnetic fields, ultraviolet light, and other mechanical processes or by saturating seeds with chemical substances, fungicides, and hormones before planting [ 4 ]. Still, every single one of these techniques has particular drawbacks, including being slow, complicated, and risky for the environment [ 5 ].…”

“…Plenty of research projects have been conducted to examine the impact of cold plasma on germination [ 4 , 6 , [8] , [9] , [10] , [11] , [12] , [13] , [14] ]. These experiments have demonstrated that using cold plasma may significantly improve seeds germination rate and their bioactive phytochemical contents; furthermore, seeds can be preserved and kept for extended periods after cold plasma treatment.…”

Exploring the effects of non-thermal plasma pre-treatment on coriander (Coriander sativum L.) seed germination efficiency

“…NTP technology offers a promising avenue for sustainable and eco-friendly advancements in agriculture, making it an important area of research and development [ [3] , [4] , [5] ]. The distinct characteristics of NTP, including the generation of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS), ultraviolet radiation, and electric fields, establish it as a promising resource for agricultural and horticultural applications [ [6] , [7] , [8] ]. NTPs potential to enhance pathogen control, seed germination, pest management, weed control, soil improvement, and food safety establishes it as a crucial domain for the agricultural sector's sustainable and environmentally friendly progress [ [9] , [10] , [11] , [12] ].…”