Optimization of Harvesting and Drying Techniques for Quality Seed Production in Specialty Crops: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Agronomy,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(8), P. 1705 - 1705
Published: Aug. 2, 2024
Specialty
crops
enhance
food
security,
biodiversity,
and
economic
resilience,
relying
on
high-quality
seeds.
However,
there
is
a
gap
in
understanding
how
to
seed
quality
under
specific
conditions.
This
study
addresses
this
by
proposing
that
optimizing
harvesting
drying
can
improve
specialty
crop
quality.
A
literature
review
spanning
2000–2023
was
conducted,
followed
meta-analysis
measure
effect
sizes.
From
an
initial
pool
of
1589
documents,
45
met
the
criteria
for
further
analysis.
The
results
indicated
seeds
at
intermediate
times
significantly
increased
logarithmic
response
ratio
(LRR),
with
LRRs
1.7
germination
2
seedling
count
compared
early
harvesting.
Regarding
methods,
no
significant
differences
were
found
between
artificial
natural
methods.
optimal
temperatures
(30–60
°C)
identified,
ensuring
adequate
moisture
levels
(10–20%)
percentage
50–100%.
variability
these
findings
attributed
twelve
diverse
species
analyzed.
Although
supported
study’s
hypothesis,
limited
inconsistent
data
prevented
determination
conditions
each
species,
indicating
need
research.
Despite
limitations,
provides
insights
into
crops,
contributing
emerging
science
domain.
Language: Английский
Production of High-Quality Seeds in Eryngium foetidum: Optimizing Post-Harvest Resting Conditions for Sustainable Unconventional Food Systems
Agronomy,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(1), P. 185 - 185
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
Eryngium
foetidum
is
a
promising
crop
for
diversifying
agriculture
and
supporting
sustainable
development
through
nutrient-rich
unconventional
foods.
However,
limited
knowledge
about
its
seed
viability
post-harvest
management
hinders
commercial
scalability.
This
study
explored
the
effects
of
resting
treatments
on
quality
vigor,
assessing
seeds
from
whole
plants,
aerial
parts,
floral
spikes,
umbels
after
7
14
days
resting.
Key
metrics
included
yield,
purity,
moisture
content,
germination,
vigor
were
assessed.
Results
showed
that
retained
plants
achieved
highest
physical
purity
(72.2%).
Seeds
rested
exhibited
higher
germination
rates
(59%),
faster
(mean
time
17
days),
improved
seedling
establishment
(70%
emergence)
compared
to
longer
durations.
These
outcomes
highlight
importance
specific
conditions
optimizing
assimilate
redistribution
enhancing
performance.
research
bridges
critical
gap
in
E.
foetidum,
offering
practical
insights
improve
cultivation
practices
promote
adoption
as
strategic
crop.
The
findings
align
with
global
efforts
advance
innovative
agroecosystems.
Further
studies
under
diverse
environmental
harvest
times
are
recommended
validate
these
results
support
large-scale
implementation.
Language: Английский