Vol. 11, Issue 4 (2022)

Author(s):
M Kamala Priya, Dr. Devi Singh, Dr. Vijay Bahadur, S Alekhya Naidu and M Bhargavi

Abstract:
Strawberry is a widely grown hybrid species of the genus Fragaria (Rubiaceae family). It is cultivated worldwide for its fruit, which is an aggregate accessory fruit widely appreciated for its characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture, and flavor. Strawberry is one of the most sensitive plants in horticultural production and nutrient management is a key factor to ensure high yields and fruit quality. Furthermore, an adequate management of nutrient elements is crucial to guarantee health food safety and food quality. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the efficiency of selected micronutrients and its influence on growth, yield and quality parameters of strawberry under protected cultivation. It was started in Nov. 2019 in poly house of department of horticulture SHUATS, Naini, Prayagraj with cv sweet Charlie. The experiment was conducted in completely randomized block (CRD) under protected cultivation with three replications with treatments (T₀ +T_12).To analyse Growth parameters such as plant height, plant spread (E-W and N-S), Number of leaves per plant, Days to first flowering, Number of leaves per plant, DAS to first flowering, Number of flower per plant, DAS to first fruiting, DAS to fruit maturity, Number of runners/plant. Yield parameters such as Number of fruits per plant, fruit length (cm), fruit diameter (cm), fruit weight (g), fruit Volume (cc), Yield per plant (kg), yield(q/h). Quality attributes such as Total soluble solids(%), ascorbic acid, acidity(%), sugars(%), Total sugars (%), Reducing sugars (%), Non-reducing sugars (%), Benefit: cost ratio, statistical analysis.