Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Applied Plant Sciences |
Editors | Brian Thomas, Brian G. Murray, Denis J. Murphy |
Publisher | Elsevier |
Pages | 564-569 |
Volume | 1 |
Edition | 2nd |
ISBN (Print) | 978-0-12-394808-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2017 |
Abstract
Seed treatments, also termed seed dressings, are widely used in agriculture and horticulture as methods of enhancing the storage and subsequent germination of seeds. Seed treatments typically include chemicals such as antimicrobial or fungicidal agents as well as insecticides.