Application of Brown Algae (Sargassum angustifolium) Extract for Improvement of Drought Tolerance in Canola (Brassica napus L.).

Background: Abiotic environmental stresses, especially drought stress, is one of the most important problems in arid and semi-arid regions. Like other major crops, Brassica napus is vulnerable to drought stress.

Objective: The present study was conducted to evaluate efficacy of extract on mitigating adverse effects of drought stress on seedlings during vegetative growth under greenhouse conditions.