Question
‘Fruit drop’ is a physiological issue observed in many fruit crops. In guava, which plant hormone is commonly applied to reduce premature fruit drop?
Solution
NAA at low concentrations (20–50 ppm) is used to prevent fruit drop in guava and other fruits by strengthening fruit retention and reducing abscission.
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