Evaluation of different seed dormancy breaking methods including enzymatic assays for germination improvement in oil palm (Elaeis guineensis Jacq.)

The oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) is propagated by seeds for establishment in nurseries and commercial plantations. The seed is naturally dormant; thus, heat treatment is commercially used to alleviate this problem. This study evaluated eight seed dormancy breaking methods (operculum removal, 60 days...

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Main Authors: Ghazali, Mohd Norsazwan, Sinniah, Uma Rani, Namasivayam, Parameswari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Malaysian Palm Oil Board 2025
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/120241/
http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/120241/1/120241.pdf