Project Type: Partnership
Funds awarded in 2022: $28,131.00
Projected End Date: 09/30/2024
Grant Recipient:
Rodale Institute
Region: Northeast
State: Pennsylvania
Project Leader:
Dr. Arash Ghalehgolabbehbahani
Rodale Institute
Description:
A greenhouse study was conducted to evaluate the effect of bio-fungicide, RootShield+ and ultraviolet-light-C (UV-C) on yield and physiological growth parameters of broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) microgreens. Treatments were arranged using a randomized complete block design with four replications. The major soil-borne pathogen was detected by testing infected plants belonging to the phylum of zygomycete. While the tested antipathogenic fungi had a significant effect on the microgreen yield, UV-C application did not affect the pathogen. Trichoderma treated with soil received the greatest yield. UV-C can be integral to pest management in organic microgreen production, requiring detailed physiological research.
Type:
Article/Newsletter/Blog
Target audience:
Researchers
This product is associated with the project "Application of Ultraviolet Light and MilStop to Restrict Powdery Mildew Infestation in Vegetable Greenhouses"
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