Zinc Absorption through Leaves and Subsequent Translocation to the Grains of Bread Wheat after Foliar Spray

Agronomic biofortification could possibly be a promising strategy to overcome zinc (Zn) deficiency in wheat; however, the cultivar’s response foliar applications is enigmatic when it comes relative efficiency of Zn absorption and accumulation. To decipher that response, this study was designed with objectives (i) track amount absorbed through leaves after application, (ii) calculate actually translocated stored grains, (iii) high yielding cultivars terms their translocation. The results reveal 0.90% sprayed leaves, 43% grains. significantly varied for (0.71–1.07%) subsequent translocation (23–66%). Foliar treatment also improved growth attributes such as leaf area, height, spikelet per spike, number grains grain yield, content, protein content. These findings suggest need cautious parent selection devising breeding strategies intended biofortification.