THE SEED: A MICROCOSM OF MICROBES

Although seeds are considered to be small entities in man's perception of his surrounding environment, they are themselves a planet in which a microbial world exists. This microcosm is exemplified by the soybean seed and its associated microbes. The understanding of the relationships involved n...

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Published in:Journal of seed technology 1979-01, Vol.4 (2), p.68-73
Main Author: Sinclair, James B.
Format: Article
Language:English
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AOSA-SCST SEED PATHOLOGY SYMPOSIUM: Sheraton-Cavalier Motor Inn Saskatoon, Saskatchewan June 20, 1979
Bacteria
Colletotrichum
Fungi
Microcosms
Microorganisms
Mycelium
Seeds
Soybeans
Symptoms
Testa
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Summary:Although seeds are considered to be small entities in man's perception of his surrounding environment, they are themselves a planet in which a microbial world exists. This microcosm is exemplified by the soybean seed and its associated microbes. The understanding of the relationships involved now has been realized as is its impact on seed quality and performance.
ISSN:0146-3071