GERMINAÇÃO DE SEMENTES DE MILHO CRIOULO (BM 01) ARMAZENADAS EM DIFERENTES EMBALAGENS E AMBIENTES

Abstract

Creole corn is a traditional variety that plays a fundamental role in agricultural biodiversity, as its seeds are adapted to local conditions and have unique characteristics that make them resilient to pests and diseases, in addition to contributing to the food security of communities. This study aims to evaluate the quality of Creole corn seeds stored in different packaging and temperatures. Corn seeds of the BM01 variety were used, stored in PET bottle packaging, paper bag and aluminum can in two environments (room without temperature control and refrigerator). Germination evaluations were performed at zero, 45, 90 and 135 days of storage. During these periods, visual quality parameters and occurrence of pests were also analyzed. The germination of Creole corn seeds of the BM01 variety stored at room temperature in can and paper packaging showed reduced germination after 90 days of storage, losing their viability after 135 days of storage.