Citrus fruit size studies: Experimental test of 2,4-D sprays to increase orange and grapefruit fruit size

Stewart, W; Hield, H

Citrus fruit size studies: Experimental test of 2,4-D sprays to increase orange and grapefruit fruit size

Authors

Wm. S. Stewart
H. S. Hield

Authors Affiliations

Wm. S. Stewart is Associate Plant Physiologist in the Experiment Station, Riverside; H. S. Hield is Senior Laboratory Technician in the Experiment Station, Riverside.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 3(8):10-14. DOI:10.3733/ca.v003n08p10. August 1949.

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Abstract

Further tests with 2,4-D sprays are necessary before any recommendations for their commercial use to increase fruit size are justified.

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