Sole and combined effect of micronutrients on germination and seedling growth attributes of sweet corn (<i>Zea mays</i> L. <i>saccharata</i>)

Kaur, Harmanjot; Gupta, Namarta; Gill, Gurjit Kaur

doi:10.1080/01904167.2022.2155558

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“…Our results showed that corn silk incorporation in the RTS beverage showed a reduction in the microbial count although the values increased with storage time. The results were in line with a study on the microbiota of steeped and cured baby corn ( Kaur et al, 2009 ) as well as research on the development of RTS using orange juice and aloe vera gel ( Kausar et al, 2020 ).…”

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Valorization of corn silk through incorporation in instant mix and analyzing its shelf life by kinetic modelling

Singh,

Kaur,

Nanda

et al. 2024

Food Chemistry: X

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confidence: 86%

Valorization of corn silk through incorporation in instant mix and analyzing its shelf life by kinetic modelling

Singh,

Kaur,

Nanda

et al. 2024

Food Chemistry: X

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“…Tis conversion is facilitated by an enzyme called α-amylase, which breaks down starch into smaller glucose molecules through hydrolysis. Research has shown that seeds with higher α-amylase activity during germination are more effcient at breaking down starch [29], resulting in increased availability of glucose for the growing embryo. Tis enhanced energy availability could accelerate the germination process and lead to better seedling establishment.…”

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Light-Emitting Diode Light Quality Influences Germination and Sprout Characteristics of Motherwort

Lee,

Zebro,

Heo

2023

Journal of Food Quality

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Motherwort (Leonurus japonicus Houtt) is an important medicinal plant known for its excellent antioxidant properties. Nonetheless, in South Korea, its availability remains limited due to the challenge of low seed germination rates, affecting field production. To tackle this problem, it is imperative to focus on controlled production methods. In our study, we conducted experiments in a laboratory setting, employing various combinations of light-emitting diode (LED) lights to cultivate motherwort. The influence of LED light quality on seed germination, initial growth, and functionality of motherwort is evaluated. The germination rate of motherwort ranged from 36.1 ± 7.35% to 75.0 ± 1.60%, and the highest value was observed in the red LED 100% treatment. The mean shoot length also varied depending on LED light quality. The longest shoot length (3.45 ± 0.13 g) was obtained in the red LED 100% treatment. The highest shoot weight (0.266 ± 0.011 cm) and root weight (0.051 ± 0.008 cm) were obtained in the red LED 70% and blue LED 30% mixed treatment. The total phenolic content of the motherwort sprout ranged from 2.50 ± 0.30 mg GAE/g to 3.01 ± 0.09 mg GAE/g, with the highest value from the white LED (control) treatment, but no significant differences were observed among the treatments. The red LED 30% and blue LED 70% mixed treatment showed the highest total flavonoid content (11.62 ± 0.79 mg QE/g) and DPPH radical scavenging activity (57.64 ± 2.95%). The red LED 70% and blue LED 30% mixed treatment had a similar level of DPPH scavenging activity as the control, and there was no positive or negative effect on the functionality of motherwort sprout. Overall, the results suggest that the red LED 70% and blue LED 30% mixed treatment can be effectively used to increase productivity in motherwort without decreasing its important quality.

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Sole and combined effect of micronutrients on germination and seedling growth attributes of sweet corn (Zea mays L. saccharata)

Cited by 2 publications

References 29 publications

Valorization of corn silk through incorporation in instant mix and analyzing its shelf life by kinetic modelling

Valorization of corn silk through incorporation in instant mix and analyzing its shelf life by kinetic modelling

Light-Emitting Diode Light Quality Influences Germination and Sprout Characteristics of Motherwort

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