Uncovering the effects of kaolin on balancing berry phytohormones and quality attributes of Vitis vinifera grown in warm-temperate climate regions.
Sara BernardoLia-Tânia DinisNelson MachadoAna Isabel Ramos Novo Amorim BarrosMarta Pitarch-BielsaAureliano C MalheiroAurelio Gomez-CadenasJosé Moutinho-PereiraPublished in: Journal of the science of food and agriculture (2021)
The results suggest kaolin exerts a delaying effect in triggering ripening-related processes under severe summer stress conditions. Treated berries responded with improved antioxidant defence and phytohormone balance, showing significant interactions between kaolin treatment, variety, and developmental stage in both assessed years. © 2021 Society of Chemical Industry.