Concept · 15 articles
The arable horizon is the active top layer of the soil, the condition of which directly determines the productivity of agricultural crops and the efficiency of plant cultivation. The water-air regime, the availability of nutrients, and the development of the root system of plants depend on the quality of the physical structure, density, and composition of this layer. Proper soil management requires an integrated approach, combining mechanical tillage methods, competent application of fertilizers, and land reclamation measures aimed at optimizing the chemical and physical properties of the soil.
This collection gathers expert materials covering key aspects of soil fertility management. Readers will find recommendations on primary and secondary tillage methods, including the specifics of soil preparation for spring, vegetable, and fruit crops, as well as the nuances of working after row crops. In addition, the articles cover issues of chemical reclamation of acidic soils, the application of organic fertilizers, the impact of crop rotation, and modern requirements for farm management under specific conditions. This material will help you gain a deeper understanding of the processes occurring in the arable layer and choose the most effective technological solutions for increasing the yield on your plot.
Soil and tillage For agronomists
Regulating soil density and porosity through agrotechnical practices directly determines plant development and yield. The article examines the physical indicators of chernozem soils and the consequences of using mouldboard ploughing for the structure of the arable horizon
Soil and tillage For agronomists
The article reveals the principles of effective preparation of the arable layer for spring crops depending on the soil type and climatic conditions of the Krasnodar Territory. You will learn how to regulate soil density, accumulate soil moisture, and clear fields of weeds using autumn tillage
Soil and tillage For agronomists
The article examines the physical state of the soil and methods of field tillage after row crop predecessors. Readers will learn how to minimize compaction and weed infestation for successful sowing of winter crops
Crop production For students
Primary tillage is the foundation of the future harvest of spring crops. The article reveals the features of autumn field preparation, methods of weed control, and recommendations for choosing tillage technologies depending on the preceding crop.
Crop production For students
The choice of ploughing method depends on the design of the plough and the field parameters. The article examines technologies of plot, circular, and even soil tillage, as well as requirements for the quality of ploughing
Agrochemistry For students
Acidic soils limit the availability of nutrients and reduce yield. The article explains the role of liming in neutralizing acidity and restoring the productivity of agricultural lands
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines the classification of slurry manure based on its humidity level, as well as its rheological characteristics and chemical composition, which depend on the type of livestock animal and their feeding ration
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines the specifics of calcium fertilizer application on acidic soils of Russia. A classification of agricultural crops based on their sensitivity to soil reaction and the need for liming is presented
Fruit growing For agronomists
The physiological state of trees and harvest quality depend on proper inter-row maintenance. This article examines methods of soil fertility management, including the black fallow technology and principles of water regime regulation in the orchard.
Crop production For students
Sugar beet is a vital industrial crop that provides high sugar yield and valuable by-products for agriculture. The crop also serves as an excellent predecessor in crop rotation, contributing to the improvement of soil fertility.
Crop production For students
Triticale is a hybrid crop, combining the ecological plasticity of rye with the high yield of wheat. The article describes the biological groups, nutritional value, and utilization areas of this promising grain crop
Crop production For students
Crop production in territories affected by the Chernobyl disaster requires strict adherence to protective measures. The article describes methods for blocking radionuclides in the soil through acidity regulation and the application of increased doses of potassium fertilizer
