How to raise soil pH
Soil acidity is a major cause of reduced yields. Toxicity of micronutrients such as manganese, iron and aluminum may occur, while nutrients... Read More
Iron in plants
Iron is required for the biosynthesis of the chlorophyll molecule and functions as an electron carrier in the respiration and photosynthesis reactions.... Read More
Foliar feeding
Foliar fertilization, also referred to as foliar feeding, is the application of plant nutrients directly to the foliage of the plant by... Read More
Soil pH and acidity
The degree of soil acidity or alkalinity is expressed in pH units. Soil pH affects many processes in soils, including nutrient availability,... Read More
Water Alkalinity
Alkalinity is the ability of the water to neutralize acidity. It refers to the presence of carbonates (CO32-), bicarbonates (HCO3–) and hydroxides... Read More
Silicon in plants
After oxygen, silicon (Si) is the second most abundant element in earth’s crust and is a constituent of most minerals. In soil... Read More
Water disinfection
Water disinfection refers to the inactivation of microorganisms that are pathogenic to humans, animals or plants. Inactivation involves destroying essential structures or... Read More
How to identify and control weeds
Types of weeds Weeds are plants that grow where they are not wanted. They can be classified according to their life cycle.... Read More
Powdery mildew
Powdery mildew is a common, widespread fungal plant disease that a wide variety of crops. There are multiple species of powdery mildew,... Read More
Water treatment
The water treatment process consists of a series of steps to remove or minimize impurities from water and make the water suitable... Read More