Publication Date: 2023/12/01
Abstract: Rice is a vital global staple, faces challenges in production due to factors such as diminishing fertile land, natural disasters, and persistent pest threats. Traditional pesticides raise environmental concerns, prompting the exploration of eco-friendly alternatives. Lamtoro leaf extract, known for its pesticidal properties, poses challenges in solubility and vulnerability. Encapsulation with chitosan, a biocompatible polysaccharide, emerges as a solution. This study addresses the research gap by encapsulating lamtoro leaf extract with chitosan crosslinked with sodium tripolyphosphate and explores its application in rice seed germination. The encapsulation process is comprehensively investigated, considering lamtoro leaf extract concentrations, crosslink agent, and Tween 80 effects on encapsulation efficiency, particle size, and microcapsule yield. The study further assesses the impact on rice seed germination, aiming to contribute to sustainable agricultural practices.
Keywords: Lamtoro leaf extract; Chitosan; Encapsulation; Pesticides; Seed germination; Microcapsules.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10245811
PDF: https://ijirst.demo4.arinfotech.co/assets/upload/files/IJISRT23NOV1749.pdf
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