seed treatment Flashcards
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Definition of Seed Treatment
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Application of fungicide, insecticide, or combination to disinfect seeds from seed-borne/soil-borne pathogens and storage insects. Treatment can also involve physical methods like solar energy exposure.
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Types of Seed Treatment
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- Biological: Use of beneficial organisms (e.g., Rhizobium) to promote plant health.
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Benefits of Seed Treatment
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- Protects against pathogens/insects
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Types of Seed Dressing
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- Seed Dressing: Most common, seeds treated with dry or slurry formulations, done at farms or industries.
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Seed Disinfection vs. Disinfestation
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- Seed Disinfection: Eradication of fungal spores inside the seed.
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Conditions for Seed Treatment
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- Injured Seeds: Mechanical damage allows fungi entry.
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Seed Treatment as Insurance
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Offers protection against diseases and soil-borne organisms, ensuring weak seeds can germinate and produce seedlings.
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Precautions
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- Treated seed must be clearly labeled as dangerous to avoid accidental consumption by humans or animals.
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Disadvantages of Seed Treatment
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- Accidental Poisoning: Treated seeds look like food to animals or children.
