EFFECTS OF PESTS AND CHEMICALS ON SEED DETERIORATION IN STORAGE
At harvest, seed contain much extraneous material, most of which is removed by cleaning. However, certain fungi, bacteria, viruses and insects are not removed, and they cause or hasten seed deterioration. In addition, chemical treatments to control fungi, insects, and rodents may affect germination and longevity. Seed borne viruses usually remain dormant in stored […]





