Boron (B) was recognized as an essential plant nutrient by Warington in 1923. The deficiency of B in fruit crops is the second most extensive micronutrient deficiency. More than 90% of the B in plants is associated with cell walls, and its most important role is connected with cell wall development, functioning and strength. It is important in the production and quality of fruits because it plays an important function in different physiological processes within plants. Species differ widely in their B requirements, being it higher for dicots than monocots because of the higher B concentration in their cell wall. B requirement is much higher for reproductive growth than for vegetative growth in most plant species because reproductive organs have a high concentration of pectin which is rich in B. It is crucial to note that, while boron is necessary for fruit crop growth, too much of it can be hazardous. A balanced and well-calibrated strategy for fertilization, like all nutrients, is c
Soil Science, Agriculture, Food Quality, Food Safety, Pesticides