Influence of coherent light on seed quality of Camelina sativa L.

Abstract

Camelina sativa L. is an underutilized Brassicaceae oilseed plant with a considerable agronomic potential for biofuel and vegetable oil production in temperate zones. Unlike most Brassicaceae, Camelina sativa L. is resistant to Alternaria black and many other diseases and pests. Camellia is a hardy plant; this allows it to grow in different soil and climate conditions. In addition, the crop does not require much use of pesticides. It is characterized by frost-resistance and relatively high growth rates at low temperatures, precocity and the ability to tolerate soil or air drought. The research investigates effect of coherent light on the seed quality of Camelina sativa L. It reveals that treating the seeds with coherent light for 60 and 120 seconds leads to an increase in their sowing qualities, plant productivity and changes of the seed quality.