Abstract:
The effect of grading of fruits on seedling production was investigated in soapnut tree (Sapindus
emerginatus). Both size and density grading were effective. Sinkers in density grading, large and medium
sized fruits in size grading should be chosen for maximising seed germination and better seedling
characters. Between the grading techniques, size grading was better than density grading, as sinkers of
density grading recorded 2 1 and 1 2 % lesser germination than larger and medium sized fruits, respectively.
