Effect of Modified Atmosphere Storage on Seed Quality Parameters of Paddy
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A. BERA
Division of Seed Science and Technology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
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S.N. SINHA
Division of Seed Science and Technology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
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ASHOK GAUR
Division of Seed Science and Technology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
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C. SRIVASTAVA
Division of Seed Science and Technology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110 012
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Rice seed, CO₂, modified atmosphere storage, germinationAbstract
Development of insect resistance against chemical fumigants is posing problem in the use of fumigants. Modified atmosphere (MA) or controlled atmosphere (CA) storage are one of the alternatives to toxic residue building chemical fumigants to protect stored seed from insect pest infestations. Seed moisture content is most important factor determining storage life of seed. Paddy seeds with 11, 13 and 15 per cent moisture level were stored under 20, 40, 60 and 80 per cent CO₂ concentrations for 4, 8 and 12 months storage periods to protect it from storage pests. Seeds with 11 per cent moisture content can safely be stored up to one year under MA conditions.
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