Tag: Chitosan

Chitosan is a biopolymer derived from chitin, a naturally occurring substance found in the exoskeleton of crustaceans (such as shrimp, crabs, and lobsters) and the cell walls of fungi. It has gained attention in agriculture due to its unique properties and potential benefits in plant growth, protection against diseases, and improvement of crop yield. Here’s […]

Plant growth regulators (PGRs) and plant growth stimulators (PGSs) are naturally-occurring or synthetic compounds that, when applied to plants, modify their physiological processes, and growth and development habits. In plant cells, they stimulate specific enzymes or pathways and help regulate metabolism. The term “PGR” is widely used in Western Canada to refer to products that […]