| abstract |
The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for increasing a growth characteristic of a plant, increasing nutrient use efficiency of a plant, or improving a plant's ability to overcome biotic or abiotic stress comprising applying a composition comprising mixed linked ß-1,3/ß-1,4 glucans (MLGs) to a plant, plant part, propagation material of the plant, or to the soil, hydroponic solution or growth media in which a target plant is growing. |