ArticleJournal of the science of food and agriculture2026
Effects of deficit irrigation and biostimulants on melon productivity and quality in semi-arid conditions.
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backgroundWater scarcity and soil salinization are major constraints to irrigated agriculture in semi-arid regions, affecting crop productivity and fruit quality. Combining deficit irrigation with biostimulant application has emerged as a promising strategy to improve water use efficiency and plant stress tolerance. This study evaluated the effects of irrigation levels and amino acid-based biostimulant rates on physiological responses, yield, and postharvest quality of melon (Cucumis melo L.) grown under semi-arid conditions.
resultsThe experiment was conducted during the rainy, transition, and dry seasons of 2023 using a randomized block design with three irrigation levels (50%, 75%, and 100% of soil available water) and four biostimulant rates (0, 4, 6, and 8 L ha
conclusionModerate deficit irrigation combined with optimized biostimulant application improves melon tolerance to water and salt stress without compromising fruit quality. This strategy enhances water use efficiency and represents a sustainable alternative for melon production in semi-arid environments. © 2026 The Author(s). Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd on behalf of Society of Chemical Industry.
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