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
Manganese in plants and soil
Manganese is an essential plant micronutrient . It is absorbed by plants as Mn2+. Manganese is an immobile nutrient and, therefore, deficiency...Read More
Grapevine – Nutrient uptake and tissue analysis
The below nutrient uptake data of grapevines is based on an analysis of the different studies and research works. The nutrient uptake...Read More
Irrigation and fertilization of apple orchards
IRRIGATION OF APPLES Irrigation of apples should be managed according to growth stages. The main growth stages are: Budbreak-flowering Beginning of rapid...Read More
How to calculate nutrient solution formulas
A nutrient solution is the mix of irrigation water with added nutrients. It is mainly used in soilless culture and hydroponics, where...Read More
How to correctly test your soil ?
Soil testing is a key tool in fertilizer management. It reduces guesswork and helps in minimizing environmental pollution. When done and used...Read More
What are urea fertilizers?
Urea fertilizers are widely used in agriculture. They are considered an economic nitrogen source. The chemical formula of urea is CO(NH2)2 and,...Read More
Electrical conductivity of water and soil
The electrical conductivity of an aqueous solution is its ability to conduct an electrical current. The electrical conductivity is an important parameter...Read More
