Strategies for enhancing alkaline stress tolerance in strawberry ( Fragaria × ananassa cv. Sabrina) using zinc oxide nanoparticles and plant biostimulants

Scientific Reports, Published online: 24 September 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-71186-x Strategies for enhancing alkaline stress tolerance in strawberry ( Fragaria × ananassa cv. Sabrina) using zinc oxide nanoparticles and plant biostimulants

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