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Chemical composition of soils and plants, nutrient cycling, properties of fertilizers and their interaction with soil. Methods of agrochemical survey, interpretation of analyses, and development of fertilization systems based on them.
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The article describes diagnostic methods for copper deficiency in soil and effective ways of applying micronutrient fertilizers. You will learn about application rates, the selection of preparations, and the importance of nutritional balance for increasing yield
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Zinc deficiency significantly limits crop yield, especially in calcareous and high-humus soils. The article discusses methods for diagnosing the deficiency of the element, fertilizer application rates, and methods for their effective application to obtain stable yield increases
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The article examines key aspects of obtaining ammophos by neutralizing phosphoric acid with ammonia, and provides recommendations for its effective application on various types of soil. You will learn about the composition and features of using this fertilizer for grain and other crops
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The article examines modern technologies for the production of compound nitrogen-phosphorus fertilizers. The author analyzes in detail five purification schemes for nitrophos and reveals the agrochemical advantages of using homogeneous granular mixtures for crop cultivation
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Mixing mineral fertilizers allows for the flexible selection of nutrient composition for specific fields. The article reveals the basic rules for component compatibility and the requirements for raw material humidity to obtain high-quality fertilizer mixtures.
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Organic fertilizers have a complex effect on the "soil — microorganisms — plant" system, providing nutrition for crops and replenishing humus. The article reveals the influence of manure on the physical properties of arable land and the ecological safety of agrocenoses.
