INFLUENCE OF MOISTURE AND SALINITY LEVELS ON THE GROWTH OF SUNFLOWER

Among oilseed crops in agriculture, sunflower is considered a plant of significant economic importance. Its productivity depends on many ecological factors, particularly soil moisture and salinity levels. In this study, the effects of different moisture levels and soil salinity on the vegetative development and productivity of sunflower were investigated. During the experiments, plant height, number of leaves, biomass formation, and overall development indicators were analyzed under various moisture conditions and salinity levels. The results showed that sunflower develops well under optimal moisture conditions, whereas an increase in salinity slows down the plant’s growth rate and reduces productivity. The findings of this study are important for developing effective agrotechnical measures in agriculture.