Sprinkler irrigation increases grain yield of sunflower without enhancing the risk of root lodging in a dry semi-humid region
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DOI: 10.1016/j.agwat.2020.106270
Abstract: Abstract Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) is an important edible oilseed crop that is frequently exposed to drought stress due to lack and unpredictability of precipitation. Sprinkler irrigation (SI) is a promising approach for improving yield… read more here.
Keywords: irrigation; yield; root lodging; risk root ... See more keywords
The 2020 derecho revealed limited overlap between maize genes associated with root lodging and root system architecture.
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DOI: 10.1093/plphys/kiad194
Abstract: Roots anchor plants in soil, and the failure of anchorage (i.e., root lodging) is a major cause of crop yield loss. Anchorage is often assumed to be driven by root system architecture. We made use… read more here.
Keywords: root lodging; root; system architecture; genes associated ... See more keywords