Foliar Application of Seaweed Extract and Micronutrients on Plant Growth and Yield of Strawberry (Fragaria X Annanassa Duch) CV. Winter Dawn: A Review
Aishwaryditya Singh Bagh
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Vaggela Deepika
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Sumit Singh
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Saket Mishra
Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Shashi Kant Ekka *
a Department of Horticulture, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Reena Kujur
Department of Biological Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Johnson Lakra
College of Agriculture and Research Station, Kunkuri Chhattisgarh, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The study investigates the potential benefits of integrating seaweed extracts and micronutrients into the cultivation practices of strawberries to enhance overall plant performance and fruit production. Seaweed extracts are known to contain bioactive compounds, including plant growth regulators, amino acids, and minerals, which have been reported to positively influence various physiological processes in plants. Additionally, micronutrients play a crucial role in the plant's metabolic activities, and deficiencies can lead to reduced growth and yield. The synergistic effects of seaweed extract and micronutrients present an intriguing avenue for improving the overall health and productivity of strawberry crops. The review summarizes the findings from recent studies, assessing the impact of foliar application of seaweed extracts and micronutrients on strawberry plants. Improvements in growth parameters, nutrient uptake, and yield attributes were observed. Furthermore, the review concluded the potential use of various seaweed extract and micronutrients in strawberry cultivation for significant advantages.
Keywords: Seaweed extract, micronutrients, metabolic activities, foliar application