Valid 2024
EWS-Agronomy Troubleshooting Guide
Flower Drop There are multiple environmental factors responsible for flower drop, these are: 1
Lack or irregularity in nutrition
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High and Low RH
2
Temperature fluctuation
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Light
3
Excessive Wind
8
Heavy fruit set
4
Lack of Moisture
9
Insect damage and disease
5
Humidity
10
Improper or lack of pollination
In the gourd family, male flowers naturally drop off after few days once their main purpose of pollinating the female flowers is complete. Many factors influence the reproductive success of plants. Understanding the biotic and abiotic processes involved will help you develop realistic expectations and take the appropriate steps to facilitate the processes involved.
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