The Detrimental Effects of Salt Stress on Plant Growth and Productivity
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Stress, Salt, Field CropsAbstract
This paper provides a comprehensive examination of the physiological and biochemical
mechanisms by which salt stress can profoundly impair plant growth, development, and productivity,
with a particular focus on major crop species such as wheat, rice, and corn. It further explores a range of
practical management approaches, including advanced soil management techniques, targeted breeding
efforts to develop salt-tolerant crop varieties, and the integration of precision agriculture technologies, as
well as future research directions that hold promise for mitigating the negative impacts of salinity on
global agriculture and ensuring long-term food security. The paper also highlights the critical importance
of developing innovative strategies and significantly advancing research to address the growing threat of
salt stress, in order to maintain and enhance global food production capabilities in the face of this
escalating challenge. Moreover, the paper offers an in-depth analysis of the wide-ranging and detrimental
effects of salt stress on key physiological and biochemical processes in plants, and presents a
comprehensive set of solutions to help address this pressing issue in modern agriculture, which is
essential for safeguarding global food supplies.
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