ARI Biennial Review for 2018-2019

conditions was proven to be efficient and perspective. Data suggest that balm and thyme is of superior quality in respect to antioxidant characteristics, while basil and mint would be mostly appreciated by growers in respect of fresh yield, water and nitrogen use efficiency. The growing season had also a marked influence on the antioxidant content of fresh herbal biomass. ( D. Neocleous) 50 NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT