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
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
Types of fertilizers
Fertilizers are compounds that are used in agriculture to supply nutrients for plants. They can be classified in a variety of ways....Read More
How to calculate fertilizer application rates
Understanding how to calculate accurate fertilizer application rates is crucial for achieving optimal crop growth. This process involves several key factors: Nutrient...Read More
Soil Organic Matter
Soil organic matter refers to the remains of plants, animals and microbes, in different decomposition stages. It consists of: Living soil organisms...Read More
Compost: Benefits and quality parameters
Compost is a decomposed organic material used as a soil amendment. It is created in a process called “composting”, which is an...Read More
Copper in plants
Copper is an essential plant nutrient, classified as a micronutrient. It has a role in various important processes in plants. For example:...Read More