The development of any organism is accompanied and regulated by changes in hormone levels. In animals, each hormone corresponds to its own endocrine gland, while plants have a universal mechanism where the necessary hormone is synthesized in the required location during the corresponding period.

Hormone synthesis begins from the moment of seed germination, and the quality of the seedlings depends on their quantity and ratio. By regulating the level of phytohormones at different stages, it is possible to achieve MAXimum results. It is necessary to start with seed treatment – this is the first place in agrotechnology where they are necessary, and the cost-intensive part is compensated for by the result.

To begin with, without delving into complex biochemistry, let’s discuss the 2 most important growth hormones: auxin and cytokinin. It is essential to understand their properties and role in seed treatment.

CYTOKININ – its quantity sharply increases from the moment of seed swelling and promotes its emergence from a state of rest. It ensures cell division and subsequently contributes to the balanced development of above-ground mass and stimulates the formation of lateral shoots.

AUXIN – after the germination process is initiated, takes on the main functions. Namely, it accumulates at the embryonic growth point, promotes root development, which significantly increases the mass of the root system, ensuring better absorption of nutrients and moisture from the soil.

Another important nuance that few people know about is hormone ratio. A ratio of 350 to 1 in favor of auxin – this is the ratio that ensures active growth of the root system and balanced support for vegetative mass growth. With a narrowing of this ratio in favor of cytokinin, the formation of vegetative mass will be more active.

Remember this important information when choosing a complex for seed treatment, and TerraTimes will continue to provide you with interesting and necessary information.