Question

fruit and leaf drop at early stages can be prevented by the application of

Answer 1

Fruit and leaf drop at early stages can be prevented by the application of the plant hormone or plant growth regulator (PGR) Auxin (Indole-3-acetic acid or IAA). They also promote abscission of mature and older leaves. Apart from that, they also initiate rooting in stem cuttings. Auxin is also present in growing root and shoot tips.