Publications by authors named "Ercan Ekbic"
BMC Plant Biol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Nitrogen fertilization is crucial for broccoli growth, and the type of nitrogen source (ammonium sulfate vs. calcium nitrate) impacts the quality of bioactive compounds and nutrient content in different broccoli cultivars (Monet, Italian, and Karadede).
- The study found that nitrate-based fertilizers increased total phenolic and flavonoid contents, while ammonium treatments resulted in higher DPPH values; cultivar Monet exhibited the highest overall levels of bioactive compounds.
- Leaf nutrient analysis revealed that ammonium sulfate led to higher sulfur, zinc, and manganese levels, while calcium nitrate provided more calcium and iron, highlighting the importance of nitrogen source and cultivar selection for broccoli quality.
