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CARBON-DI-OXIDE (CO2) TREATMENT FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF STORGE PESTS IN MAIZE AND PADDY SEEDS

Seeds
Seeds Treatment
Observation after 6 months
Seed germination(%)
Insect infestation (%)
Maize 40% CO2 treated (5 days) 91.0 0.0
Untreated 73.0 18.7
Paddy 40% CO2 treated (5days) 91.3 0.0
Untreated 72.0 15.0
  1. Initial seed germination -95%
  2. Moisture content-9.5%
  3. As per IMSCS only 1%  seed damage is allowed

Advantages

  • No residue problem
  • Seeds can be converted in to grains
  • Safe to environment
  • Economically viable

Updated On: Jan, 2016

 
 

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