Fertiliser · 55 articles
Organic fertilizers are the basis for restoring soil fertility and establishing a non-deficit humus balance in intensive farming conditions. For agronomists and home gardeners, the importance of their application lies in the complex impact on soil structure, plant nutrition, and the overall productivity of agrocenoses. Incorporating organic matter into the crop nutrition system allows for effective management of plant growth, optimization of yield indicators, and maintenance of soil health in both open ground and greenhouses.
This collection gathers materials covering a wide range of topics: from the characteristics and application rates of manure, poultry manure, and vermicompost to the specific nutrition requirements of crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, and ornamental plants. The articles also touch upon highly specialized subjects, including agrochemical analysis of greenhouse substrates, soil liming methods, phytosanitary soil protection, and environmental risk issues. Readers will find practical recommendations for optimizing fertilization systems that will help balance plant nutrition and increase the quality of the produce while adhering to the principles of sustainable land use.
Agrochemistry For students
Sulfur is a critical nutrient, the reserves of which in soils are rapidly depleting due to the intensification of agriculture. The article examines the causes of sulfur deficiency, current methods for diagnosing soil availability, and the biological characteristics of this element's uptake by plants.
Agrochemistry For students
Carbon is the primary building element for plants, and its deficiency directly affects the reduction of photosynthesis and yield. The article examines methods of fertilizer application and their role in improving the efficiency of crop cultivation
Agrochemistry For students
The article covers the development of the Russian school of agricultural chemistry since the 18th century and reveals the fundamental principles of plant nutrition, which remain relevant for modern farming practices
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
Viticulture For agronomists
The article examines key methods for determining the mineral nutrition level of grapes, including visual methods, injections, laboratory research, and soil analysis. The author analyzes the possibilities and limitations of each approach in the context of modern viticulture.
Floriculture For students
The quality of flowering directly depends on the composition of the substrate and the balance of mineral nutrients. We examine the classification of crops by their nutritional requirements, optimal soil acidity indices, and the role of major macronutrients
Vegetable growing For students
Competent crop rotation allows maintaining soil fertility and increasing yield without extra costs. The article reveals the main agrotechnical principles and benefits of using crop rotation in vegetable fields
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article presents the main characteristics and popular cultivars of daffodils and tulips. You will learn about planting rules, selecting the layout scheme, and basic care methods for these floral crops in the garden
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article provides practical recommendations for growing Nigella, gladioli, and dahlias; you will learn about propagation methods, soil preparation rules, and fertilizer application schemes to achieve abundant flowering
Vegetable growing For gardeners
The article describes the main stages of tomato seedling care in protected soil, including methods of non-pricking cultivation and microclimate regulation. You will learn about proper irrigation regimes, application of mineral top dressing and the importance of night temperature reduction for plant development
Greenhouses and covers For gardeners
The article presents recommendations for growing broccoli: from soil preparation and fertilizer application to calculating sowing dates and transplant planting schemes. The material will help agronomists ensure optimal conditions for obtaining a high-quality harvest in various climatic conditions
Greenhouses and covers For agronomists
The use of greenhouses for mushroom cultivation allows for efficient use of space during the autumn-winter period. The article presents recommendations for placing mycelia, requirements for growing conditions, and harvest storage rates
