New Tech for Heat Stress in Crops: Biostimulant 'Sugiyamansui' Prevents Strawberry Seedling Death
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Hida Sangyo Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Gifu University, has confirmed the effectiveness of its biostimulant 'Sugiyamansui,' derived from cedar branches and leaves, in mitigating heat stress. The material increased strawberry root mass by 140% and enhanced antioxidant functions, offering a new solution for stable crop yields amidst climate change.
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- Q: How does 'Sugi San sui' protect crops from extreme heat?
- A: The patented technology extracts components from cedar that enhance the 'antioxidant function' of plants. This removes harmful reactive oxygen species produced by heat stress, reducing cell damage and maintaining growth.
- Q: Can it be used on crops other than strawberries?
- A: While the press release confirms its effectiveness on strawberries (suzuakane), its properties for increasing environmental stress resistance suggest that it can also promote growth and increase yields in other crops.
- Q: Is it difficult to use?
- A: It is recommended to dilute it to about 100 times its concentration. Tests have shown that using the diluted solution can increase root mass by 140%, significantly improving growth.