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Evaluating the effect of 40% and 0% shading levels on the secondary metabolites, antifungal and anti-insect activities of extracts of Allium porrum cultivated hydroponically under greenhouse conditions

Expiry Date
: 05/02/2030
CPD Units
: 3.00 Points
Rating
: 2/4

The study examines how light intensity influences phenolic content, volatile compounds, and antifungal/anti-insect properties of hydroponically grown Allium porrum, revealing higher antifungal activity under shaded conditions.

Keywords: secondary metabolites; anti-Fusarium oxysporum; Allium porrum; Planococcus ficus; insect repellency.

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Educational Objectives

Educational Aim:
To investigate the impact of light intensity on the biochemical composition and bioactivity of Allium porrum, enhancing understanding of how environmental factors optimize its antifungal and anti-insect properties.

Educational Outcomes:
Upon completion of this module practitioners should have a clear understanding of:

  1. The environmental Influence on phytochemistry
  2. Bioassay techniques application
  3. Cultivation practices optimization

Instructions for this Module

  • Read the supplied reading material and complete the quiz that follows;
  • You have three attempts to pass the quiz;
  • The pass grade is 70%;
  • You need to pass the quiz to claim your CPD certificate;
  • Please click on the CPD certificate link below to claim your CPD certificate and to update your CPD Manager.

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