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View article: Strawberry field trial in Australia demonstrates improvements to fruit yield and quality control conformity, from application of two biostimulant complexes
Strawberry field trial in Australia demonstrates improvements to fruit yield and quality control conformity, from application of two biostimulant complexes Open
Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) is a popular fruit consumed for its desirable flavour, aroma and colour and is considered a functional food due to its antioxidant properties. Noting the need for farmers to increase productivity to meet in…
View article: Supplementation of fertiliser with the biostimulant molasses enhances hemp (Cannabis sativa) seed functional food antioxidant capacity by induction of stress responses
Supplementation of fertiliser with the biostimulant molasses enhances hemp (Cannabis sativa) seed functional food antioxidant capacity by induction of stress responses Open
Hemp is low-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Cannabis sativa that is cultivated globally for food and fibre. Hemp seeds and seed-oil are popularly consumed individually or utilised within cooking, due to their flavour, nutrition, and functional …
View article: Fertiliser supplementation with a PGR complex of chlormequat chloride (CCC) and paclobutrazol (PBZ) alters <i>Cannabis sativa</i> growth
Fertiliser supplementation with a PGR complex of chlormequat chloride (CCC) and paclobutrazol (PBZ) alters <i>Cannabis sativa</i> growth Open
Cannabis (Cannabis sativa) is a high-value crop, wherein growth within controlled environments is common for the purposes of maximising yield, quality, and uniformity, however, uncontrolled-growth in proximity to artificial lighting can co…
View article: Bioaccumulation of silicon and enhancement of cannabis inflorescence yield from fertiliser supplementation with the biostimulants silicate and phosphite
Bioaccumulation of silicon and enhancement of cannabis inflorescence yield from fertiliser supplementation with the biostimulants silicate and phosphite Open
Two fertiliser supplements which have become established within the agricultural sphere for their promotion of resistance to biotic and abiotic stressors, are the non-nutritive biostimulants silicon (Si) and phosphite (Phi). However, withi…
View article: A biostimulant complex comprising molasses, Aloe vera extract, and fish-hydrolysate enhances yield, aroma, and functional food value of strawberry fruit
A biostimulant complex comprising molasses, Aloe vera extract, and fish-hydrolysate enhances yield, aroma, and functional food value of strawberry fruit Open
Strawberry is a popular functional food due to the presence of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals. Enhancing this functional food value is an opportunity to improve consumer health, but strategies to do so cannot compromise y…
View article: Enhancement of tomato hedonic quality through fertiliser supplementation with a biostimulant complex comprising molasses, <i>Aloe vera</i> extract and fish-hydrolysate
Enhancement of tomato hedonic quality through fertiliser supplementation with a biostimulant complex comprising molasses, <i>Aloe vera</i> extract and fish-hydrolysate Open
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a popular fruit, grown worldwide for its culinary usages in fresh, processed and cooked foods. Additionally, consumption of tomato fruit is associated with health benefits due to their functional food prope…
View article: Enhancement of tomato functional food value through nutrient supplementation with fish emulsion biostimulant
Enhancement of tomato functional food value through nutrient supplementation with fish emulsion biostimulant Open
Fish emulsion (FE) is a derivative of fish waste, commonly utilised within organic agricultural and horticultural applications, predominantly as a source of nitrogen within fertiliser regimens. However, as a biological derivative, FE is a …
View article: Fertiliser supplementation with a biostimulant complex of fish hydrolysate, Aloe vera extract, and kelp alters cannabis root architecture to enhance nutrient uptake
Fertiliser supplementation with a biostimulant complex of fish hydrolysate, Aloe vera extract, and kelp alters cannabis root architecture to enhance nutrient uptake Open
Biostimulants are non-nutritive fertiliser additives which have demonstrated improvements to growth outputs of various agricultural crops. As a result, they have gained attention as sustainable components in cultivation practices, particul…
View article: Comparative study of water requirements and water footprints of fibre crops hemp (Cannabis sativa) and cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)
Comparative study of water requirements and water footprints of fibre crops hemp (Cannabis sativa) and cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) Open
Water is a valuable and limited resource, which is becoming increasingly under pressure due to the impacts of climate change and over utilization by the agricultural industry. Cotton is the predominant natural fibre utilized within textile…
View article: Early Prediction of Shiraz Wine Quality Based on Small Volatile Compounds in Grapes
Early Prediction of Shiraz Wine Quality Based on Small Volatile Compounds in Grapes Open
Wine producers perform early wine quality prediction based on berry morphology, the taste of the berry and the measurement of basic chemical parameters. Incorporating analysis on grape and wine volatiles could potentially achieve a more ac…
View article: Utilisation of QSPR ODT modelling and odour vector modelling to predict Cannabis sativa odour
Utilisation of QSPR ODT modelling and odour vector modelling to predict Cannabis sativa odour Open
Cannabis flower odour is an important aspect of product quality as it impacts the sensory experience when administered, which can affect therapeutic outcomes in paediatric patient populations who may reject unpalatable products. However, t…
View article: Development of intestinal bioavailability prediction (IBP) and phytochemical relative antioxidant potential prediction (PRAPP) models for optimizing functional food value of <i>Cannabis sativa</i> (hemp)
Development of intestinal bioavailability prediction (IBP) and phytochemical relative antioxidant potential prediction (PRAPP) models for optimizing functional food value of <i>Cannabis sativa</i> (hemp) Open
Oxidative stress and inflammation (OSI) occurs naturally during many biological processes including digestion, metabolism, and exercise. While small, transient amounts of OSI are considered normal, unregulated, or chronic OSI can damage th…
View article: Willow bark extract and the biostimulant complex Root Nectar® increase propagation efficiency in chrysanthemum and lavender cuttings
Willow bark extract and the biostimulant complex Root Nectar® increase propagation efficiency in chrysanthemum and lavender cuttings Open
Biostimulants are a powerful tool for optimizing the propagation efficiency of vegetative cuttings, however, their optimal application rates are often species specific. Herein, the root promoting effects of Nutrifield's biostimulant comple…