Hot Water Treatment Parameters
Definition:
Hot water treatment parameters refer to the specific temperature and duration used to treat seeds with hot water in order to eliminate seed-borne pathogens without adversely affecting seed viability. Correct parameters are critical for effective disease control in seed technology.
Hot water treatment parameters refer to the specific temperature and duration used to treat seeds with hot water in order to eliminate seed-borne pathogens without adversely affecting seed viability. Correct parameters are critical for effective disease control in seed technology.
General guideline: Most hot water treatments are carried out between
50–55 °C for 10–30 minutes, depending on crop and pathogen.
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