Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
˜Theœ response of sweet corn (cv. Jubilee) to soil fertility, manure and nitrogen fertilization
Author: Soil Fertility and Corn and Soybean Yield and Quality in a Six-year Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilization Experiment
Author: Peter M. AnthonyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Soil fertility
Languages : en
Pages : 450
Book Description
Optimum management of nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) fertilizers for corn [Zea mays L.] and soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.] production requires quantitative understanding of multiple soil processes and crop responses, including supply and immobilization of N and P by soil, the response of yield and quality to nutrient availability, and the relationships and interactions between N and P cycling, crop response, and other soil physical and chemical variables. We conducted a six-year experiment on two 16-ha fields on glacial-till soils in south-central Minnesota. In each year of a corn-soybean rotation, we measured soil physical and chemical parameters and grain yield and quality at a 0.014-ha resolution within each field. These observations coincided with placement of a randomized complete block, split plot design of N and P fertilizer treatments. Spatial patterns of mineralizable N were consistent over time. Mineralizable N was highly correlated to soil nitrate at a well-drained site, but not at a poorly-drained site. Increases in available soil P per kg of net P addition were significantly related to soil pH. Within fields, spatial patterns of soybean yields were highly correlated across years, and we observed consistent relationships between yield and soil variables. Overall, soybean yield related positively to soil P and Zn and negatively to pH at all site-years. Quadratic-plateau regression models of soybean yield in relation to soil P and Zn indicate that in high pH soils at these sites, yield is optimized when soil P and Zn levels are higher than current recommendations. Corn yields responded significantly to N rate and N rate by P rate interaction in all site-years. Whole-field economic optimum N rate differed significantly by site-year and by P treatment at some site-years. Site-specific P fertilization should account for spatial variation in soil P buffering capacity. Nitrogen mineralization and NxP nutrient interactions should be accounted for in agronomic management decisions for corn production. The consistent influence of soil pH on nutrient cycling and crop response indicates the potential benefit to amelioration of high pH in calcareous glacial-till soils. Results highlight the significance of spatial variability in nutrient cycling to crop management.
Relationships Between Rates of Fertilizer Application, Soil Fertility Levels, Ear Corn Yields and Nutrient Uptake
Author: R. E. DoerschThe Effects of Planting Date, Nitrogen and Boron Application on Mineral Element Concentration, Yield, Dry Weight and Fresh Weight of Sweet Corn
Author: Jonathan Anthony SissonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Sweet corn
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
The effects of planting date on mineral element concentration in sweet corn (Zea mays L. cv. Jubilee) at six developmental stages and on yield were investigated. Planting dates were chosen to correspond to early, mid-season, and late commercial plantings. Two nitrogen rates were applied since nitrogen is more often limiting than any other nutrient for sweet corn grown in Western Oregon. Boron was also applied since it has been shown to be limiting in many other crops grown in the Willamette Valley. Planting date significantly affected N, P, K, Ca, Mg, Mn, Fe, Cu, B, and Zn concentration in the whole plants during the vegetative growth stages and in the ear leaves during the stages between tasseling and harvest. During the early stage of growth, N, P, K, Ca, Mg, B, and Zn tended to be higher in the early planted corn plants, while later in the development of corn the effects of planting date were more variable. Planting date also affected the fresh and dry weight of whole plants; the later planting produced more dry weight than the earlier two plantings, while the early planted corn produced more fresh weight at harvest than the later two plantings. Consequently, when analyzing sweet corn for nutritional status, date of planting should be considered when interpreting the plant analysis data. The application of B had no effect on yield, fresh weight or dry weight and only increased B concentration at the first developmental stage. The additional application of N, did not significantly increase yield for the late planted corn, but did for early planted corn. N concentration, as well as Mg, Mn, Cu, and Zn concentrations increased with the higher rate of N fertilizer applied (125 kg/ha). Fresh weight and dry weight were both higher in the plants receiving the higher rate of N, with the difference becoming greater as the plants matured.
Effect of Soil Fertility on Corn and Oat Responses to Fertilizer on Missouri River Bottomland Soils
Author: Kyle Raymond PetersonPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fertilizers
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Maize Crop
Author: A. SolaimalaiPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1000176959
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 454
Book Description
Maize is one of the versatile emerging crops with wider adaptability under varied agro-climatic conditions. Globally, maize is known as queen of cereals because it has the highest genetic yield potential among the cereals. It is cultivated on nearly 150 m/ha in about 160 countries having wider diversity of soil, climate, biodiversity and management practices that contributes 36 % (782 m/t) in the global grain production. The United States of America (USA) is the largest producer of maize contributes nearly 35 % of the total production in the world. It is the driver of the US economy. This book talks about the improvement, production, protection and post harvest technology of the maize crop. Note: T& F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.
Symbiotic Nitrogen Fixation
Author: P. GrahamPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9401110883
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
During the past three decades there has been a large amount of research on biological nitrogen fixation, in part stimulated by increasing world prices of nitrogen-containing fertilizers and environmental concerns. In the last several years, research on plant--microbe interactions, and symbiotic and asymbiotic nitrogen fixation has become truly interdisciplinary in nature, stimulated to some degree by the use of modern genetic techniques. These methodologies have allowed us to make detailed analyses of plant and bacterial genes involved in symbiotic processes and to follow the growth and persistence of the root-nodule bacteria and free-living nitrogen-fixing bacteria in soils. Through the efforts of a large number of researchers we now have a better understanding of the ecology of rhizobia, environmental parameters affecting the infection and nodulation process, the nature of specificity, the biochemistry of host plants and microsymbionts, and chemical signalling between symbiotic partners. This volume gives a summary of current research efforts and knowledge in the field of biological nitrogen fixation. Since the research field is diverse in nature, this book presents a collection of papers in the major research area of physiology and metabolism, genetics, evolution, taxonomy, ecology, and international programs.
Soilless Culture: Theory and Practice
Author: Michael RavivPublisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0080556426
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 625
Book Description
Plant production in hydroponics and soilless culture is rapidly expanding throughout the world, raising a great interest in the scientific community. For the first time in an authoritative reference book, authors cover both theoretical and practical aspects of hydroponics (growing plants without the use of soil). This reference book covers the state-of-the-art in this area, while offering a clear view of supplying plants with nutrients other than soil. Soilless Culture provides the reader with an understanding of the properties of the various soiless media and how these properties affect plant performance in relation to basic horticultural operations, such as irrigation and fertilization. This book is ideal for agronomists, horticulturalists, greenhouse and nursery managers, extension specialists, and people involved with the production of plants.* Comprehensive discussion of hydroponic systems, irrigation, and control measures allows readers to achieve optimal performance* State-of-the-art book on all theoretical aspects of hydroponics and soilless culture including a thorough description of the root system, its functions and limitation posed by restricted root volume* Critical and updated reviews of current analytical methods and how to translate their results to irrigation and fertilization practices * Definitive chapters on recycled, no-discharge systems including salinity and nutrition management and pathogen eradication * Up-to-date description of all important types of growing media
Micronutrient Deficiencies in Global Crop Production
Author: Brian J. AllowayPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402068603
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 370
Book Description
A deficiency of one or more of the eight plant micronutrients (boron, chlorine, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, nickel and zinc) will adversely affect both the yield and quality of crops. Micronutrient deficiencies in crops occur in many parts of the world, at various scales (from one to millions of hectares), but differences in soil conditions, climate, crop genotypes and management, result in marked variations in their occurrence. The causes, effects and alleviation of micronutrient deficiencies in crops in: Australia, India, China, Turkey, the Near East, Africa, Europe, South America and the United States of America, are covered, and these are representative of most of the different conditions under which crops are grown anywhere in the world. Links between low contents of iodine, iron and zinc (human micronutrients) in staple grains and the incidence of human health problems are discussed, together with the ways in which the micronutrient content of food crops can be increased and their bioavailability to humans improved. Detailed treatment of topics, such as: soil types associated with deficiencies, soil testing and plant analysis, field experiments, innovative treatments, micronutrients in the subsoil, nutrient interactions, effects of changing cropping systems, micronutrient budgets and hidden deficiencies in various chapters provides depth to the broad coverage of the book. This book provides a valuable guide to the requirements of crops for plant micronutrients and the causes, occurrence and treatment of deficiencies. It is essential reading for many agronomy, plant nutrition and agricultural extension professionals.
Nanofertilizers: Challenges and Prospects
Author: J.C. TarafdarPublisher: Scientific Publishers
ISBN: 938804388X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 16
Book Description