Biofertilizers in Agriculture
Biofertilizers in Agriculture Global Food Demand and Role of Biofertilizers The world population is projected to reach 9 billion by 2050, significantly escalating the demand for food. However, this increase in demand poses a challenge due to the degradation of soil globally, primarily caused by extensive agricultural practices involving pesticides and imbalanced use of chemical...
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Why Proper Nutrient Management for Grapes during April / Foundation Pruning is Important?
Why Proper Nutrient Management for Grapes during April / Foundation Pruning is Important? April or foundation pruning plays a crucial role in forming healthy grape clusters on vines. It’s a vital step before fruit pruning and sets the groundwork for successful fruit production. Taking good care of the garden post foundation pruning in April is...
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The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in Indian Agriculture
The Role of Soil Organic Carbon in Indian Agriculture India’s agricultural sector is the backbone of its economy, relying majorly on soil health to ensure sustainable productivity. Among the numerous factors impacting soil quality, soil organic carbon (SOC) emerges as a critical element for ensuring resilient agricultural practices. Organic Carbon – Soil organic carbon, derived...
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Why is Magnesium Essential for Both Crops and Human Health?
Why is Magnesium Essential for Both Crops and Human Health? Magnesium (Mg) is vital for a plant’s physiological and bio-chemical functions. However, due to factors like using certain fertilizers and soil becoming more acidic, magnesium can become scarce and limit crop’s growth. Managing magnesium levels in soil is crucial for improving fertility and crop yield....
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Soil pH and its Impact on Plant Growth and Nutrient Availability
Soil pH and its Impact on Plant Growth and Nutrient Availability One important aspect that affects the availability of nutrients necessary for strong plant growth is the pH of the soil. With a neutral pH of approximately 7.0, it represents the relative acidity or alkalinity of the soil. Departures from this ideal pH range can...
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Why Water Soluble Fertilizers are Important
Why Water Soluble Fertilizers are Important Introduction: With the ability to efficiently provide essential nutrients straight to crops, water soluble fertilizers (WSF) offer a revolutionary solution to managing nutrients in agricultural practices. The article looks into the importance, advantages, compatibility, and methods of application. Understanding of Water Soluble Fertilizers (WSF): WSF, as the name suggests,...
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Sulfur (S) – The Crucial Nutrient for Oilseed Crops
Sulfur (S) – The Crucial Nutrient for Oilseed Crops Sulfur (S) is found in all living cells and is essential for the synthesis of proteins. But often, there is not enough of it to meet the demands of crops with high yields. Sulfur is sometimes referred to as “the fourth major nutrient,” even though it...
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What is Potash and Its Sources?
What is Potash and Its Sources? The term “potash” refers to an earlier method of producing fertilizer potassium by leaching it from wood ashes and condensing the resultant material by evaporating the leachate in big iron pots. This approach is not environmentally sustainable and is no longer practical. Potassium is taken out of the soil...
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Boron (B) – An Essential Nutrient for Marketable Cauliflower Crop
Boron (B) – An Essential Nutrient for Marketable Cauliflower Crop Growing in nearly every state in India, particularly in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Assam, Haryana, Punjab, and Maharashtra, Cauliflower is an important vegetable crop. India is the 2nd largest producer of cauliflower. Although cauliflower is not a very nutrient-dense food, it does include...
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Calcium (Ca) – An Important Nutrient for Marketable Quality of Potatoes
Calcium (Ca) – An Important Nutrient for Marketable Quality of Potatoes One nutrient that is crucial for plants is Calcium. The basic existence of plants and animals depends on calcium, which is present all around us. One of the nutrients that is most important to plant growth but is less noticeable is calcium. All too...
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