Regulation of flowering in flower crops: A Review
Swati
, G O Manjunatha , R M Hosamani
flower regulation, light, temperature, plant hormones Introduction
Flowering regulation holds immense practical value, especially in producing flowers during off-seasons, a process known as "forcing." By adjusting climatic factors, mechanical methods, and chemical treatments, flowers can be cultivated to bloom at specific times, such as during festivals like Diwali, Christmas and New Year. This technique helps synchronize flower production with market demand, ensuring continuous supply throughout the year and benefiting both producers and consumers. Off-season flower production can be enhanced through pruning adjustments, the use of plant growth regulators and regular fertilizer applications. Forced cultivation not only increases farmers' incomes by enabling the production of flowers when demand is high but also provides consumers with year-round access to flowers. The cut flower industry is increasingly shifting towards extended cropping seasons and off-season production, as altering flowering times ensures high-quality yields during peak periods like festivals and weddings. Recent research highlights the role of genes, environmental factors like vernalization, temperature and photoperiod and the application of growth regulators in controlling flowering time and plant vigor. Understanding these factors is crucial for optimizing harvest time, preventing market oversupply and improving the quality of floral produce.
"Regulation of flowering in flower crops: A Review", JNRID - JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT (www.JNRID.org), ISSN:2984-8687, Vol.2, Issue 8, page no.a119-a127, August-2024, Available :https://tijer.org/JNRID/papers/JNRID2408015.pdf
Volume 2
Issue 8,
August-2024
Pages : a119-a127
Paper Reg. ID: JNRID_700556
Published Paper Id: JNRID2408015
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Research Area: Others area
Country: Dharwad, Karnataka, India
ISSN: 2984-8687 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.57 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2023
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