Assessing the vigor of cowpea seeds using the Vigor-S software

Abstract: The use of computational resources to assess the physiological potential seeds has attracted attention researchers and professionals in seed sector. aim this study was evaluate vigor cowpea using Vigor-S software (Automated Seed Vigor Analysis System), comparison information provided by traditional tests that are recommended for species. Seven lots cultivar BRS Guariba were used. They underwent germination assessment testing first count, accelerated aging, electrical conductivity, seedling emergence, speed emergence Vigor-S, an automated image system assessment, two evaluation periods. data analysis variance, a completely randomized design their means compared Scott-Knott test (p ≤ 0.05). An made correlation between traditionally used variables Vigor-S. Using seedlings three days after sowing is efficient alternative detect differences lots, similarly evaluations.