Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Black Sea Journal of Agriculture, cilt.9, sa.1, ss.116-121, 2026 (TRDizin)
The possibility of germination of a olive seed is either non-existent or very low even in suitable conditions unless there is any supporting factor. Olive seeds (Olea europaea L.) are characterized by a particularly low germination percentage. This study was planned to determine the effect of Biotarm on germination level in the greenhouse by using the seeds of olive fruits obtained from the olive seedlings and Ayvalık olive variety in Kozan/Adana region at the end of October. In the study in order to evaluate seed germination, 1% and 2.5% Biotarm activator were used in the control group. Germination was observed approximately 90-110 days after seed sowing. At the end of 6.5-7 months, the plants that were of suitable size and ready for planting were uprooted and measured. As a result of the study; when the germination percentages and root structures of Ayvalık olive variety and seedling seeds were evaluated, it was determined that the control group without any treatment remained at a low level. At the same time, the Biotarm treatments did not differ significantly by dose in terms of promoting germination. The germination rate of wild olive seeds was found to be higher in all applications compared to the Ayvalık variety. This was interpreted as the ability to show stronger emergence due to due to their wild-type characteristics. In terms of treatments, the highest germination rate was determined in the 2.5% Biotarm (45%) and the lowest value in the Control (31.99%). The seed germination studies should be continued within this scope.