In the current concern for increasing food production the investigation of, and practical use of plant regulators offers one of the most promising lines for future development. This article reviews the current use of growth substances in horticulture and other branches of agricultural practice and suggestions are made for their further application in farming, plant breeding, and in environmental protection.
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