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EFFECT OF NANO FOLIAR FERTILIZATION ON GROWTH PARAMETERS OF SWEET CORN (Zea mays saccharata Sturt.)

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G. Gowtham1, Dr. A. Lakshmanan2, Dr. S. Marimuthu3, Dr.
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.12.08

Abstract

Addressing the challenge of global food security amidst a growing population requires innovative approaches to enhance crop productivity. Sweet corn (Zea mays saccharata Sturt.), a valuable dietary and processing crop, demands novel methodologies to boost yield and preserve nutritional value. The intersection of agriculture and nanotechnology offers transformative potential. Nanotechnology, operating at the nanoscale, can influence plant processes such as nutrient absorption, stress response, and pest management. Nano foliar fertilization, involving direct nutrient application to leaves, presents a promising approach. Nanoparticles encapsulate and protect nutrients, enabling sustained release and optimized absorption. The objective of this study is to explore the effects of nano foliar fertilization on sweet corn growth parameters, including plant height and leaf area. Results reveal that a 50-fold dilution of nano fertilizer formulation significantly enhances plant height and leaf area. This can be attributed to augmented

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