Photosynthesis and Bird Scare results

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I have finally gotten the HortResearch results for our PhotoMax and Bird Scare produces. I am translating it all for the website but as a taste I can report   PhotoMax "PhotoMax significantly increased (21%) the rate of photosynthesis on the 21 March 03. On the second measurement date (4 Apr 03) Photomax significantly increased (17%) the rate of photosynthesis. The positive effects of PhotoMax on leaf photosynthesis were related to an increase in stomatal conductance."" (mmolH2O.m-2.s-1 -  water control 182 vs Photomax 240) = 30% increase in stomatal activity.   Bird Scare "Damage Severity BirdScare treatment reduced the number of bunches with a high damage severity score and increased the number of bunches with a low damage severity score to the water control" "The net effect of these responses would be to reduce the development of sour rots within the crop."   The graph (as far as I inderstand it) indicates a 30% to 65% ratio of control in high pressure area. Hence a 35% reduction in bird damage under high pressure by "Bird Scare". The control under low pressure was greater however I the existing graph is a little confusing. Twill sort it before putting onto the website.   The scientists invovled consider the effects we have achieved as very significant. Graph and report to follow on our website-hopefully next week   Onward and upward Glen A         BdMax distributors of ThermoMax -THE proven frost protection www.bdmax.co.nz

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