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Physiology/Phytotoxicity

     Potential pesticides are of course evaluated for their efficacy against pests, but the grower must also be concerned with the effects on the plant. Our studies have evaluated the effects of oils on plant respiration, photosynthesis, transpiration and phytotoxicity.

Physiology/Phytotoxicity Gallery  phytotoxicity on blue rug juniper

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Phytotoxic properties of soybean oil and emulsifiers on miniature roses pdf | html

Net CO2 assimilation of apple following application of soybean oil pdf | html

Effect of soybean oil on photosynthesis and aphids of apple

Applying soybean oil to dormant peach trees alters internal atmosphere, reduces respiration, delays bloom, and thins flower buds pdf | html

Cold damage of apple buds and spur following treatment with dormant oil

Comparison of dormant applications of petroleum and soybean oil on apple bud development

Applying soybean oil to dormant peach trees alters internal atmosphere, reduces respiration, delays bloom, and thins flower buds pdf | html

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