Concept · 40 articles
Microorganisms are the invisible foundation of an agrocenosis, ensuring the cycle of substances and the formation of soil fertility. It is the living phase of the soil cover that determines the processes of transformation of organic residues, the accumulation of humus, and the availability of mineral nutrients for agricultural crops. Understanding the principles of soil biological activity and the mechanisms of interaction between microbiota and the external environment allows agronomists and gardeners to more effectively manage plant development and the productivity of their land.
This collection gathers materials that reveal the role of microorganisms in soil formation and plant nutrition. The reader will learn about methods for assessing soil biological activity and the influence of the physical and chemical properties of the environment—such as humidity, light intensity, and gas exchange—on the development of microbiota. Practical aspects of applying bacterial fertilizers, the use of mulching to maintain beneficial microflora, and the principles of protecting crops from phytopathogenic bacteria are also discussed. The materials systematize current knowledge about the processes occurring in a biogeocenosis, helping to gain a deeper understanding of the patterns of soil ecosystem functioning.
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines the natural antagonism mechanisms underlying biological protection and the prospects for using bacteriophages to combat plant bacterioses. The use of these methods allows for an effective reduction in the chemical load on agrocenoses
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines the technology of phytosanitary soil preparation in greenhouses using fumigants. You will learn about application rates of chemicals, prevention of soil toxicity, and methods of restoring the substrate microflora for plant protection against a complex of diseases
Plant protection For agronomists
The article describes the biological characteristics of powdery mildew fungi of the order Erysiphales. It examines features of mycelium structure, sporulation cycles, and principles of taxonomy of these obligate parasites
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
Green manure is returning to farming practices as an effective replacement for organic matter. The article explains how green manure crops enrich soil with nitrogen, improve its structure, and contribute to the restoration of greenhouse soil
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The author shares a personal experience of intensive greenhouse use and explains how to reduce irrigation frequency with hydrogel without increasing air humidity. You will learn how to successfully combine tomatoes and cucumbers, ignoring traditional advice about the incompatibility of these crops
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes the fundamental physical and chemical characteristics of carbohydrates. The reader will learn about the features of solubility, reactivity, and the processes of monosaccharide transformation in plants
Ecology For students
Global fisheries are facing a crisis due to overfishing, which increases the burden on agriculture. The article reveals the link between declining fish stocks and the need for rational management of agricultural soil
Storage and processing For students
The article examines the causes of microbiological defects during sauerkraut fermentation, including discoloration, softening, and sliminess of the product. Key requirements for selecting and sorting cucumbers for quality salting are also presented
Storage and processing For students
The article examines the botanical structure of the potato tuber and its detailed chemical composition. Key differences between food and industrial cultivars of the crop are described
Storage and processing For students
The article describes key aspects of post-harvest storage of crop produce and grain masses. You will learn about the causes of harvest losses, the composition of grain bulk, and the physical characteristics of grain that affect its preservation
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes the geochemical properties of aluminum, its content in rocks, and patterns of biogeochemical cycling in various landscapes. It examines the mechanisms of aluminum mobility depending on soil composition and environmental conditions
Agrochemistry For students
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
