Standardization of seed testing procedure techniques in Sunnhemp (Crotalaria juncea) var ADT 1

This abstract presents a comprehensive overview of seed testing procedures techniques specifically designed for sunnhemp (Crotalaria juncea) var ADT 1, an important leguminous plant exploited for its versatile uses in agriculture and various industries. The seed testing procedure comprises a systematic approach to evaluate the quality, viability, and germination potential of sunnhemp seeds, crucial for ensuring successful crop establishment and yield optimization. Seed testing procedure viz., test weight determination, sample size estimation, purity assessment, standardization of germination media, temperature requirement for germination and determination of first count, final count was highlighted. The experiment results revealed that submitted sample size could be 700g, while the working sample size was be 70g and minimum standards for the pure seed and the inert matter percentage were found to be 98 and 1.5 per cent respectively. In seed germination test, paper medium with roll towel registered maximum germination percentage (96%) and vigour index (2146). Similarly, 30oC temperature was registered maximum germination percentage. Based on this result the first count and final count was fixed as 3rd and 10th day in sunnhemp var ADT 1. Thus, seed testing procedures contributes to advancement in the evaluation of sunnhemp seed quality, thereby promoting sustainable agriculture and economic prosperity.