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Title:

Plant Growth Promoter : containing N-triacontanol

Value Proposition:

The n-triacontanol is a prominent plant growth promoter. The n-triacontanol is
isolated from active fraction of tea waste. It can also be extracted from sugarcane press mud & rice bran waste. A plant growth promoter containing n-triacontanol, a naturally occurring long chain fatty alcohol found in plant waxes such as alfalfa, is used to enhance plant growth and productivity. It stimulates photosynthesis, nutrient uptake, and enzyme activity in plants. The compound promotes improved crop yield, plant vigor, and stress tolerance, making it an effective agricultural input for increasing productivity in various crops.

Summary Application:

The formulation containing n-triacontanol is typically prepared as a foliar spray or liquid concentrate that can be diluted and applied to crops. When sprayed on plant leaves, it stimulates metabolic activity, chlorophyll formation, and root development. It is commonly used in agriculture, horticulture, and plantation crops such as cereals, vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants to improve growth and yield.

Advantages:

Plant growth promoters containing n-triacontanol provide several advantages including increased photosynthetic efficiency, better nutrient absorption, and improved plant growth. The n-triacontanol and its formulation have shown excellent market potential. They help enhance crop yield and quality while requiring very small quantities for effective results. The compound is considered environmentally friendly and naturally derived, making it suitable for sustainable agricultural practices and improved crop productivity.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute[CSIR-CFTRI]
:  director[at]cftri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-821-2517760
:https://cftri.res.in
Industrial Applications: Nutrition [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]
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