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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 06, 2021
Filed:
May. 08, 2020
Applicant:
Luonnonvarakeskus, Helsinki, FI;
Inventors:
Kari Jokinen, Helsinki, FI;
Pirjo Mäkelä, Tennilä, FI;
Assignee:
LUONNONVARAKESKUS, Helsinki, FI;
Attorney:
Primary Examiner:
Int. Cl.
CPC ...
A01G 22/15 (2018.01); C05F 11/10 (2006.01); A01G 9/24 (2006.01); A01C 21/00 (2006.01);
U.S. Cl.
CPC ...
A01G 22/15 (2018.02); A01C 21/00 (2013.01); A01G 9/247 (2013.01); C05F 11/10 (2013.01);
Abstract
A method for reducing nitrate content in leafy vegetable plants, in particular, in salad crops, is provided. In the method, at least one organic osmolyte compound is delivered, in a predetermined amount, to the plant, preferably, a hydroponically cultivated plant. The method advantageously utilizes betaine compounds. Related preparation and uses are further provided.