morte da semente
1. The death or failure of a seed to germinate or develop into a viable plant
Seed death can occur due to poor storage conditions or fungal infections.
A morte da semente pode ocorrer devido a condições inadequadas de armazenamento ou infecções fúngicas.
2. In agriculture and horticulture, the process by which seeds lose viability and cannot sprout
Farmers must monitor seed death rates to ensure crop quality.
Os agricultores devem monitorar as taxas de morte de sementes para garantir a qualidade das safras.
3. In botany, the natural or premature ending of a seed's developmental cycle
Excessive moisture led to widespread seed death in the nursery.
O excesso de umidade levou à morte generalizada de sementes no viveiro.
This is a technical agricultural and botanical term used primarily in scientific and farming communities. In Brazil, it is commonly discussed among farmers, agricultural engineers, and botanical researchers, particularly in regions with significant agribusiness presence like Mato Grosso and São Paulo. The term is critical in discussions about crop yield, seed quality control, and sustainable farming practices.
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