Practice · 12 articles
Harvesting is the final and most critical stage of the agricultural cycle, upon which the quality and quantity of the obtained produce directly depend. For an agronomist and a plant production specialist, efficient organization of this process means minimizing losses, preserving the marketable properties of grain and forage crops, and properly preparing machinery for operation. Timely execution of harvesting work, the use of desiccation methods, and precise machine calibration allow for the optimization of ripening periods and an increase in overall production profitability.
This collection brings together materials covering both the technical support of field work and the biological aspects of crop cultivation. The reader will find detailed guides on the design and operation of combine harvesters, from classic models to modern threshing system technologies. Furthermore, the articles cover plant physiology during the harvest period, forage harvesting technologies, principles for planning agrochemical trials, and specific features of plant protection. This knowledge will help in building an effective harvesting strategy, taking into account the morphology of the crops and the technical capabilities of the farm.
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article describes in detail the grain path in the Don 1500 combine, the operation of the main threshing and separation systems, as well as the design features of the header unit. Knowledge of these processes helps the machine operator to correctly adjust the equipment and minimize harvest losses
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes the stages of preparation for scientific research in agrochemistry: from choosing a topic and formulating a hypothesis to developing a program and structure for a field experiment. The material will help to systematize the approach to establishing experiments and selecting methodological elements
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article describes modern approaches to feed preparation and equipment requirements to ensure high livestock productivity. You will learn how feed is classified and what conditions are necessary to preserve its nutritional value
Plant protection For agronomists
Clubroot is a dangerous disease of crucifers, causing gall formation on roots and harvest loss. The article describes the signs of the disease, conditions for its spread, and integrated management measures against the pathogen
Agrochemistry For students
Mechanical damage and chemical treatments provoke a sharp increase in plant respiration, which leads to accelerated consumption of sugars and a decrease in harvest quality. The article examines the mechanisms of these processes and the influence of the crop’s age-related characteristics on the intensity of gas exchange
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article examines the dependence of threshing quality on drum rotation stability, crop mass feeding, and engine power. The author relies on the fundamental threshing drum equation developed by the founder of agricultural mechanics, Academician V. P. Goryachkin
Farm machinery For agronomists
The design of the double-drum threshing units of Yenisei combine harvesters ensures high efficiency in the harvesting of wet and high-yield crops. The article examines the types of threshing drums, their combinations, and the advantages of using toothed elements to reduce grain losses
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article examines current trends in the production of grain harvesting machinery and development prospects for high-performance agricultural machines. The authors analyze design features of popular harvester models and the importance of professional operation for reducing harvest losses.
Agrochemistry For students
Efficient feed production requires a skillful choice of preceding crops and an understanding of the agrotechnical needs of leguminous grasses. The article discusses the principles of crop placement in crop rotation and the basics of balanced nutrition for obtaining high yields
Agrochemistry For students
Desiccation is an effective agrotechnical method for accelerating harvest ripening and preparing crops for harvesting. The article explains the mechanism of action of the preparations, their phytosanitary role, and the specifics of their application on various agricultural crops
Crop production For students
Lupine is a valuable grain legume, rich in protein and capable of restoring soil fertility. The article examines breeding achievements in reducing alkaloids and the role of lupine in livestock production and crop production
Crop production For students
The article examines the key biological characteristics of cereal crops, the morphology of the caryopsis, and its chemical composition. The material will help agronomists better understand the processes of yield formation and grain quality.
