PRODUCTIVITY AND SELENIUM ENRICHMENT OF STEVIA IN HYDROPONIC AND SOIL CULTIVATION SYSTEMS IN THE ARARAT VALLEY.

Hydroponics offers a viable solution for obtaining plant products that are rich in micronutrients and ultramicronutrients, such as selenium. Selenium plays a crucial role in strengthening the body's immune defense and acts as a potent antioxidant. Low levels of selenium have been associated with an increased risk of heart attacks, strokes, and cancer.

EFFECT OF SELENIUM ON EFFICIENCY AND PHYSIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF RADISH IN HYDROPONICS AND SOIL CULTURE IN ARARAT VALLEY1BABAKHANYAN.

The presence of the ultramicroelement Se in food is irreplaceable. Se is a component of more than 30 biologically active compounds found in humans and animals. Se levels less than 1 mg/kg have been found to be beneficial to plants.