Role of Boron in Plant Nutrition - Deficiency and Corrective Measures

Abstract

An important micronutrient for many facets of plant development and metabolism is boron. Its roles encompass crucial functions such as cell wall formation, sugar transport, regulation of enzyme activities involved in nitrogen assimilation and amino acid metabolism, conversion of starch to sugars, modulation of plant hormones like auxins and facilitation of reproductive processes including seed setting and fruit development. By participating in these fundamental processes, boron ensures proper plant development, improves fruit quality and enhances overall yield. Boron deficiency in plants can lead to reduced shoot and root growth, reproductive failure, susceptibility to stress resulted in decrease the crop yield.