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Indian farmers often save seeds for sowing in the next season, particularly the seeds of paddy, and pulses. However, these reserved seeds tend to lose their vigour and viability over time, resulting in a decrease in yield. To address this issue, a simple seed treatment using antioxidant substances can be effective. In the present study, grape juice and grape seed extracts, which are rich in antioxidants, were used at different concentrations to treat aged seeds of paddy and green gram. The treated seeds were germinated using the roll towel method to assess various germination traits. Extracts of grapes seed were extracted through acetone extract method recorded the highest seed quality and biochemical parameters. Laboratory experiments revealed that seed treatment using grapes seed extract at 2.5 % concentration was found effective for maintenance of seed vigour and viability parameters. The advantageous effect was evident through seed quality attributes viz., speed of germination, germination percent, root length, shoot length, dry matter production and vigour index. It was also mirrored in pot culture and biochemical parameters pertaining to seed vigour and viability.
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