The continuous culture of tomato roots through 1600 passages and for more than 28 years by White (6) indicates the practicability of maintaining plant tissues for very long periods in vitro. This phenomena also supports the theory that under appropriate environmental conditions plant tissues can be maintained in living conditions for an indefinite time. Plant tissues other than roots such as to...

The hot and semi-arid region is prone to meteorological droughts; the lack of rain frequently accompanied by temperatures, strong winds, low humidity, which has impact limiting nutrient uptake agricultural yields. To overcome this problem a field study conducted during June, 2020 kharif season at farmers field, Chinna Dudyala village, Muddanur, Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh aimed determine ef...

Photosynthetic rates of six pistachio cultivars were studied including Ohadi, Kalleh-Ghochi, Akbari, AhmadAghaii, Rezaii Zoudras and Haratii. Measurements were done using OFF and ON shoots at different stages of fruit growth and development included: - Beginning of endocarp growth; - pith hardening; - Beginning of endosperm rapid growth; - end of embryo development; - ripening and harvesting ti...

Common technologies for heavy metal removal are membrane separation, ion exchange, electro-deposition, and chemical precipitation. These methods prove to be costly and inept, especially in removing trace amounts of heavy metals [2]. Another disadvantage is the production of sludge or mud, which requires proper disposal and confi nement [3]. On the other hand, adsorption eff ectively removes con...