Keywords
plant growth substances
plant growth regulators
prohexadione calcium
application parameters
field experimentation
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Abstract
Plant growth regulators (PGRs) are commonly used in cotton and fruit trees. This publication outlines the benefits of PGRs and discusses when they can be a practical tool for peanut farmers, Extension agents, and agricultural workers. Written by Olive Stewart, Satinderpal Singh, Hardeep Singh, Ethan Carter, and Keith Wynn, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, September 2025.
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