The effect of paclobutrazol (applied at several concentrations and timings) on stem length and the seed yield of oil-seed rape was explored in three field trials during 1981-4. Spring applications were most effective in reducing plant height, but they had an adverse influence on the yield components. Autumn applications increased seed yield in one season, but were less effective in the final trial when soil conditions were much drier at establishment. Data indicated that autumn treatments may increase the productivity of the uppermost racemes. Future studies must investigate the persistency of paclobutrazol in the soil, and its possible influence on subsequent arable cropping.
SUMMARYUntreated and paclobutrazol-treated field-grown plants of winter oil-seed rape cv. Jet Neuf were exposed to 14CO2 at anthesis. Redistribution of labelled assimilate was followed in sequential harvests between exposure and maturity.Labelled assimilates moved progressively from the leaves into the stem and reproductive parts. At maturity 9% of 14C fixed at anthesis had been mobilized into reproductive organs. Paclobutrazol increased the proportion of 14C translocated to the uppermost branches especially the terminal raceme.It is suggested that stem reserves are valuable for yields commonly achieved in U.K. commercial practice.
Aims:To assess the incidence and severity of viral and fungal diseases infecting pepper in some major producing areas in Ghana and to identify farmers' agronomic practices that influence disease incidence and severity. Study Design: Descriptive survey involving household and field surveys.
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