Publications by authors named "Ghulam Hur"

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  • - Rice is a crucial food source for over half the global population, especially in developing countries where it plays a significant role in daily nutrition.
  • - Wood vinegar, a natural growth promoter derived from biomass pyrolysis, enhances rice growth, photosynthesis, and stress tolerance, although its best application timing is still not well understood.
  • - The study found that applying wood vinegar during specific growth stages (tillering, jointing, and flowering) significantly increased rice yield by up to 32.4%, improved quality by reducing grain chalkiness, and ultimately supports more sustainable agricultural practices.
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Soil and water contamination from heavy metals and metalloids is one of the most discussed and caused adverse effects on food safety and marketability, crop growth due to phytotoxicity, and environmental health of soil organisms. A hydroponic investigation was executed to evaluate the influence of citric acid (CA) on copper (Cu) phytoextraction potential of jute ( L.).

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