Studies on salt tolerance in wheat.

M. Ashraf Zahid; Abdul-Rauf; A. M. Haqqani

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Studies on salt tolerance in wheat.

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M. Ashraf Zahid Soil Science Department, Agricultural University, Peshawar, Pakistan

Abdul-Rauf Soil Science Department, Agricultural University, Peshawar, Pakistan

A. M. Haqqani National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC), Islamabad, Pakistan

Abstract

Five wheat cultivars were tested in artificially salinized soil of four different electrical conductivities to assess their growth performance. Results indicated that the number of tillers (total and ear-bearing) and plant height decreased highly significantly at increased salinity levels. Varieties 'LU-41' and 'PARI-73'showed relatively better tillering under saline conditions. Statistically, a significant negative correlation between salinity levels and grain/straw yield was observed. The average grain yield decreased by 22, 38 and 57 percent at ECe of 8, 16 and 24 mmhos/ cm compared with control. A differential varietal response of wheat to salinity was also found.

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Page(s) 160-164

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Published Journal: Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Research, Volume: 7, Issue: 3, Year: 1986

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