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Originally Posted by PR-Giants
Bunch size & approximate yield are determined during bud formation, many months before bud emergence.
PGRs applied postharvest will not increase girth, length, or yield.
PGRs applied at planting (prior to the ultimate bud formation) does stimulate cell division and can increase yield.
Richard's  claim that a farmer was able to triple their yield by applying his "Stimulant" after "initial bud fall" is |
The literature "Effect of Gibberellic Acid and Male Bud Removal on Yield and Fruit Quality of Banana Plants" shows a 5+kg increase in yield for the plant crop and a 20+g increase in finger weight by spraying GA after emergence of the last hand.