Practice · 13 articles
Harvesting is the culmination of the agronomic cycle, requiring a deep understanding of biological processes and technical equipment. Success at this stage directly depends on how effectively an agronomist manages plant nutrition, controls the phytosanitary condition of crops, and utilizes modern harvesting capacity. Knowledge of plant development cycles and factors affecting fruit quality allows not only for minimizing losses during harvesting, but also for preserving the high nutritional value of produce, ensuring the profitability of production in open field and protected soil.
This collection gathers materials covering key aspects of working with the harvest: from the physiological foundations of crop development and their chemical composition to the nuances of plant protection against pathogens and pests. Readers will find information here on effective fertilizer application methods, strategies for combating disease resistance, and the specifics of operating specialized machinery, such as "Enisey" combine harvesters. The articles will help systematize knowledge regarding the influence of external factors on fruit development and optimize agrotechnical operations to achieve maximum yield of vegetable, fruit, and berry crops.
Agrochemistry For students
The article reveals the mechanisms of action of phytohormones as regulators of growth processes. You will learn about their transport pathways in the plant and the applied significance of auxins and gibberellins in agrotechnologies
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
To control pests and diseases in greenhouses, both specialized chemical preparations and biological control methods are used. The article will help to create a competent plant protection plan by combining agrotechnical requirements, modern insecticides, and the use of beneficial entomophages
Nutrition and fertilizers For gardeners
Fruit quality and market appeal depend on the concentration of sugars, vitamins, and micronutrients. The article presents a detailed biochemical profile of apples and examines the medicinal properties of pears
Plant protection For agronomists
Physiological defects of fruit bodies reduce the marketability of mushrooms and can lead to harvest losses. The article examines the main types of mushroom deformations caused by microclimate disturbances or chemical contamination, as well as practical recommendations for their elimination
Plant protection For agronomists
The development of pathogen resistance to fungicides poses a serious threat to the harvest. This article examines plant protection methods through the judicious rotation of products with different modes of action and the use of effective tank mixtures
Plant protection For agronomists
The article reveals the biological characteristics of the downy mildew pathogen, analyzing the direct dependence of the incubation period duration on the level of solar radiation. A list of modern F1 hybrids possessing genetic resistance to this disease is also presented
Vegetable growing For gardeners
The article examines the rules for growing savoy cabbage and kohlrabi, including temperature requirements, sowing patterns, and recommendations for top dressing. Basic methods for protecting brassica crops from common pests are also provided
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Maintaining cleanliness in greenhouses is the foundation of a successful growing season. The article describes methods for disinfecting structures, quarantine requirements, and rules for soil preparation before the planting of crops
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
In greenhouse conditions, pests and diseases spread rapidly, therefore prevention and sanitation of greenhouses become key factors in preserving the harvest. The article describes methods for disinfecting structures, soil preparation, and controlling planting material to prevent infections
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
Agrochemistry For students
To increase the yield and quality of vegetables, it is necessary to regulate the composition of fertilizer depending on the biology of a specific crop and soil conditions. The article provides information on the chemical composition of vegetable plants and potatoes, which is important for the proper management of agricultural crop nutrition
Agrochemistry For students
Agrovitakva AVA complex fertilizer is a safe, nitrogen-free, long-acting agent, the effectiveness of which directly depends on soil temperature and plant root exudates. The article examines the key properties of this fertilizer and its application rates for a wide range of agricultural crops
