Effects of nitrogen doses on stomatal characteristics, chlorophyll content, and agronomic traits in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)
2024

Effects of Nitrogen on Wheat Growth and Yield

Sample size: 27 publication 10 minutes Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Oner Fatih, Kutlu Imren

Primary Institution: Ordu University, Ordu, Turkey

Hypothesis

Increasing nitrogen doses in wheat influences stomatal structure and chlorophyll content.

Conclusion

Higher nitrogen doses significantly improved wheat yield, chlorophyll content, and stomatal characteristics.

Supporting Evidence

  • Increasing nitrogen doses led to a 50.61% increase in seed yield from 0 to 100 kg ha−1.
  • Chlorophyll content increased significantly with nitrogen application, peaking at 31.64 SPAD units.
  • Stomatal characteristics improved with higher nitrogen doses, enhancing gas exchange efficiency.

Takeaway

Giving wheat more nitrogen helps it grow taller and produce more seeds, making it healthier and more productive.

Methodology

The study used a factorial randomized complete block design with three nitrogen doses and nine wheat cultivars over two growing seasons.

Limitations

The study was conducted in a specific location and may not be generalizable to all environments.

Participant Demographics

Nine wheat cultivars were used in the study.

Statistical Information

P-Value

p<0.01

Statistical Significance

p<0.01

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.7717/peerj.18792

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