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Application of Cytokinin Kinetin in Southeast Asia

Application of Cytokinin Kinetin in Southeast Asia

                              Application of Cytokinin Kinetin in Southeast Asia:                                                            Crops, Climates & Product Integration   Southeast Asia’s agriculture is defined by a tropical monsoon climate—high temperatures (25–35℃ year-round), heavy rainfall (1500–3000 mm/year) with distinct wet/dry seasons, and high humidity. Key crops include rice, rubber, palm oil, tropical fruits (durian, mango, banana), and vegetables (tomato, chili). Farmers face challenges like drought (dry season), flood (wet season), rapid post-harvest decay, and pest stress. Kinetin, a natural cytokinin, addresses these via its traits of delaying senescence, boosting stress resistance, and improving yield uniformity. Below is its usage in the region’s key crops, plus insights for pesticide/fertilizer manufacturers on product integration.   1. Core Climate & Crop Context Mainland Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia): Tropical monsoon with wet (May–O…