Importance of seed treatment in Rabi crops

Importance of seed treatment in Rabi crops
  • Control of seed borne diseases:- In small grain crops, vegetables and tuber crops like potato, garlic and onion, seed treatment is very effective.
  • Control of soil borne diseases: – The seeds are treated with fungicidal chemicals to protect seeds and young plants from soil borne fungi, bacteria and nematodes, so that the seeds are safe in the ground,and all the chemicals that are used in seed treatment create a cover around the seeds.
  • Improves germination: – By treating seeds with proper fungicide, their surface is protected from the attack of fungi, which increases their germination capacity.
  • Protection from pests: – By treating the seed with a suitable pesticide before storage, it also protects the seeds during storage and after sowing. The pesticide was selected based on the type and storage period of the crop.
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