Co-Author of the article: Dr Ida Wilson In recent years, biostimulants have become an important tool for farmers to manage the productivity of their crops. Biostimulants are known to have […]
The Importance of Nitrogen for Plant Growth: Deficiency, Toxicity, and Fertilizer Management What is nitrogen, and why is it important for plants? Nitrogen (N) is a vital chemical element, making […]
Organic farming is a modern, sustainable form of agriculture that provides consumers with fresh, natural farm products. It works in harmony with nature rather than against it. There is growing […]
Organic Agriculture: Benefits and Sustainable Practices Organic agriculture sustains the health of soils, ecosystems, and people. It relies on ecological processes, biodiversity, and cycles adapted to local conditions, avoiding harmful […]
What is Urea in Agriculture? Urea, chemically known as CO(NH₂)₂, is a highly efficient nitrogen fertilizer widely used in agriculture to enhance crop productivity. With a nitrogen content of 46%, […]
Strategies for Sustainable Soil Management: Balancing Organic and Chemical Approaches In modern agriculture, chemical fertilizers are crucial in enhancing crop yields. However, their excessive use can adversely affect soil health […]
How do you make bio organic phosphate (BOP)? How Farmers Can Prepare BOP at Home Phosphorus promotes strong root development, fortifies stems, and enhances flower and seed production, all of […]
The process of Industrial composting Alright, fellow compost enthusiasts, let’s unravel the magic behind industrial composting! Picture this: a controlled symphony of microorganisms, oxygen, moisture, and temperature working together to […]
Over the years, agricultural practices have evolved to sustain the increasing population. The great majority of farmers still depend on the use of fertilizers, whether they are synthetic/chemical or organic, […]
We all know that rhizobia, a diazotrophic bacterium, helps fix nitrogen, specifically with the help of leguminous plants (Fabaceae/legume family). But here, in this article, we will explore some step-by-step […]
Nutrient mobility refers to the ability of nutrients to move in a particular environment. Understanding nutrient mobility helps in identifying nutrient deficiencies and pinpointing their underlying causes. The extent of […]
The trends in agriculture The combination of the use of beneficial and environmentally friendly microorganisms for agricultural production, such as P (phosphorus) solubilizers and N (nitrogen) fixers, together with inorganic […]
Bringing circularity in the fertilizer production system There is an increasing interest and focus on circular economy that advocates for sustainable development and cultivation. In this context, fertilizer production industries are […]
The role of endophytic bacteria in nutrient uptake and nitrogen fixation. Why do microbes enter plant roots? It is widely known and accepted that most plants obtain nutrients through […]
-Discussion, conclusion, and perspectives of sustainable nutrient management. Principles, terms, schools, and debate for sustainable nutrient management Sustainable nutrient management is based on the combination of many facts and principles, […]
Maps and guidelines for crops and local soil types can help focus on relevant issues. Soils are classified into various systems, classes, and subtypes based on their origin and lasting […]
Micronutrients: No problem, hidden hunger or visibly damaged on young plant parts and consumers? Micronutrients can be difficult for plants to take up in special soil conditions or for some crops […]
The secondary nutrients are Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg, not Mn), and Sulphur (S). They are needed in moderate (=’meso’) amounts compared to macro (N, P, K) and micronutrients. Only Magnesium […]
Phosphorus Phosphorus (the element P, often called phosphate, e.g., HPO42-). Phosphates are the naturally occurring form of P in minerals and solutions and with mainly H2PO4- in acidic soil solutions and […]
Biological nitrogen fixation: Making soil air into nitrogen-forms plants can use Free-living organisms in the soil can fix small amounts of Nitrogen. Sometimes large amounts can be fixed by bacteria […]
