This British Standard is an adoption of an ISO standard. You can access the ISO version here.
ISO 23016‑2 is the second part of a multi-series standard that covers fine bubble technology in agricultural applications which ensures rapid and stable germination that enhances the quality and longevity of barley seeds and crops.
ISO 23016‑2 specifies a method to test the promotion of the germination of barley seeds, using ultrafine bubble (UFB) water produced from an ultrafine bubble water generating system. ISO 23016‑2 method performance is assessed by measuring the ratio of barley seed germination.
ISO 23016‑2 on fine bubble technology in agricultural applications is applicable to:
The use of fine bubble technology in agriculture has been confirmed to benefit various types of agricultural products and has attracted the interest of various countries. Application of the technology to leafy vegetables in agriculture is already well-established, and this is being expanded to seed germination and growth as well.
ISO 23016‑2 provides you guidance on principle, test subjects, apparatus, test equipment, test environment, test procedure and test report that ensures you do the method correctly enabling a uniform and rapid germination of barley seeds to enhance their nutrient absorption property.
ISO 23016‑2 provides you guidance on the test method on fine bubble technology to evaluate the promotion of the germination of barley seeds. ISO 23016‑2 also provides you with step-by-step procedures to perform the method correctly to get accurate results.
Guidance in ISO 23016‑2 enables you to evaluate the necessary temperature conditions and environmental parameters which fine bubble technology can facilitate to enhance the germination of barley seeds.