Effect of bee pollination on yield and yield components of field bean (Vicia faba L.)

The effect of bees on the yield of field bean (Vicia faba L.) was studied in cage experiments in southern Finland during two successive years. Comparisons were made between field cages with and without honeybees and open-pollinated uncaged controls. Effect of shading was also considered. The yield i...

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Main Authors: Anna-Liisa Varis, Raija Brax
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Scientific Agricultural Society of Finland 1990-01-01
Series:Agricultural and Food Science
Online Access:https://journal.fi/afs/article/view/72380