Effects of Non-Structural Carbohydrates on Spikelet Differentiation in Rice

Spikelet number per unit area is a strong determinant of rice yield, and spikelet differentiation must be promoted to increase spikelet number. Nitrogen has been considered to be the most critical factor in promoting spikelet differentiation and the role of non-structural carbohydrates (NSCs) in spi...

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Main Authors: Kazuhiro Kobayasi, Kazuyoshi Yamane, Tadashi Imaki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2001-01-01
Series:Plant Production Science
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1626/pps.4.9