We are contemplating the optimization of rice germination response and bio-fortification or enrichment with zinc and iron sources using chemical pretreatment. Chitosan (normal and irradiated) has been recommended as a possible germination booster.
Dear Sherman,
You can find info about the use of chitosan in rice production in this paper...
Journal of Metals, Materials and Minerals, Vol.18 No.2 pp. 47-52, 2008.
Application of Chitosan in Rice Production
Suchada BOONLERTNIRUN1*, Chaweewan BOONRAUNG
and Raweewon SUVANASARA
If you were not able to download it you can send me your email to send you a copy file.
regards,
Gustavo
Dear Gustavo,
Thanks for you reference. It is certainly helpful.
Regard,
Sherman.
Dear Colleagues,
Your contributions have been very helpful. I intend to start actual experiments with chitosan later this week, but first I need to get an optimal range to guide my detailed design. Kindly assist with advice on a reasonable chitosan concentration range I can start with.
Merry Christmas,
Sherman.
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