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Vol. 11 No. sp4 (2024): Recent Advances in Agriculture by Young Minds - I

Influence of biogenic silica seed coating on the biochemical parameters of sorghum (var. k12) seeds stored in different containers under ambient conditions

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https://doi.org/10.14719/pst.5208
Submitted
22 September 2024
Published
05-12-2024 — Updated on 12-03-2025
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Abstract

This research aimed to investigate the biochemical properties of biogenic silica-coated sorghum seeds stored in various containers at ambient temperatures. Seeds often lose viability and vigour due to suboptimal storage conditions. The packaging material and storage conditions influence a seed's durability and long-term viability. Applying a protective substance to the seeds before storage can help preserve their quality over time. In this study, pre-storage seed coating with biogenic silica effectively prevented seed degradation, thereby maintaining seed quality throughout storage. The results revealed that, after six months of storage period, seed coated with biogenic silica with carbon at 5 mL kg-1 exhibited the lowest electrolytic leakage compared to the control. The natural antioxidants in silica, which accumulate in the epidermal layers of seed cell walls, serve as a physical and mechanical barrier, effectively safeguarding the seeds from deterioration. Among the storage containers used, seeds packed in super grain bags performed better than those stored in cloth bags. The findings demonstrated that coating seeds with biogenic silica containing carbon at 5 mL kg-1 and storing them in super grain bags preserved seed viability, as indicated by decreased electrical conductivity (EC), lower sugar levels, reduced lipid peroxidation (LPO) and stable biochemical parameters during the storage time frame.

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