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Silicon (Si) application boosts tomato yield and nutritional quality. This study reveals Si enhances mineral uptake, fruit development, and antioxidant levels, improving overall plant health and fruit production.

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  • Plant Science
  • Agricultural Science
  • Nutrient Management

Background:

  • Silicon (Si) is recognized for improving plant stress resistance.
  • The specific effects of Si on tomato yield, quality, and underlying mechanisms require further elucidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of silicon application on tomato yield and nutritional quality.
  • To explore the physiological and molecular mechanisms behind Si's effects on tomato plants.

Main Methods:

  • A pot experiment was conducted using soil-cultured tomatoes treated with sodium silicate (Na₂SiO₃).
  • Measurements included mineral nutrient accumulation, plant growth parameters, antioxidant enzyme activities, and gene expression related to lycopene and vitamin C synthesis.

Main Results:

  • Silicon application significantly increased plant height, stem diameter, fruit weight, and yield.
  • Si enhanced mineral nutrient uptake (N, P, K, Si) and improved antioxidant status (catalase, SOD) while reducing oxidative damage.
  • Upregulation of genes involved in lycopene and vitamin C synthesis led to higher concentrations of these compounds in tomato fruit.

Conclusions:

  • Silicon application positively influences tomato health, yield, and nutritional value at physiological and molecular levels.
  • Si promotes quality fruit production, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.