Fertiliser · 40 articles

Magnesium

Magnesium is a key element of mineral nutrition, playing a critical role in the processes of photosynthesis and the overall development of crops. Its deficiency in the topsoil layer leads to serious physiological disorders, such as chlorosis, which significantly reduces plant productivity and final yield. It is important for an agronomist and a specialist to be able to conduct differential diagnostics, distinguishing signs of magnesium starvation from iron or calcium deficiency, as well as to understand the factors limiting the availability of this element in various types of substrates and soils.

This collection contains a complex of materials dedicated to the practical aspects of managing magnesium nutrition. Readers will find information here about the properties of modern sulfate fertilizers, such as epsomite and kieserite, the rules for their application, and methods for calculating application rates based on agrochemical analysis. We have also included articles on related issues of mineral nutrition, including the role of sulfur, the use of complex preparations, and strategies for nutrient correction in greenhouse conditions. These materials will help specialists promptly identify symptoms of nutrient imbalance and make informed decisions to optimize the mineral nutrition of various crops.

Livestock For students

Classification and characteristics of feed in modern livestock farming

The article examines the main types of feed used in livestock farming, including the classification of compound feed, balancing additives, and the role of water in the nutritional value of rations. The material will help to understand the composition and purpose of modern feed products

Agrochemistry For students

The role and chemical composition of the liquid phase of the soil solution

The liquid phase of the soil, which scientists call the blood of the earth, is a key source of water and nutrients for plants. The article reveals the chemical composition of the soil solution and the mechanisms of interaction between mineral and organic substances in the processes of soil formation

Plant protection For agronomists

Diagnosis of nutrient deficiency and toxicity in tomatoes

The article presents a method for visual diagnosis of tomato conditions based on characteristic changes in the leaves. The material helps distinguish between nutrient deficiencies, substance toxicity, and signs of pathogenic diseases