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The early growth of 96 genotypes of tomato was studied at 320 ppm CO2 and at 750 ppm CO2 in separate climate rooms. Plants were harvested at 40 and 55 days after sowing. Fresh and dry weights were determined. Large differences between genotypes were found for average plant fresh and dry weights and for relative growth rates. The average overall growth enhancement by CO2 enrichment was 2.3. Two genotypes showed significant genotype x CO2 interaction. The consequences of these results for tomato breeding are discussed.
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Lindhout, P., Pet, G. Effects of CO2 enrichment on young plant growth of 96 genotypes of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum). Euphytica 51, 191–196 (1990). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00022451
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