Vol. 11, Issue 12 (2022)

Author(s):
Arjoo, Rajat and Shreya

Abstract:
The productivity, survival, and reproductive biology of fruit trees and crops are significantly influenced by environmental conditions. Drought, high heat, shortage of water, a decline in the quality of irrigation water, and soil and water salinity are all difficulties that are becoming more severe. Due to the rapid and unpredictability of the effects of biotic and abiotic stresses, it is becoming increasingly difficult for horticulture experts and farmers to adapt to challenges posed by them. Drought stress is considered to be the greatest threat to food security in the foreseeable and future climates. Mulching, drip watering, Water conservation, the use of growth retardants, adequate fertiliser management, the use of antitranspirants and PGR, and the use of drought-tolerant rootstocks are some strategies for addressing these issues. The use of antitranspirants is one of these undervalued methods that decreases transpiration and increases the water use efficiency (WUE) of fruit crops to alleviate drought stress, and it deserves more consideration.