Concept · 127 articles
The root system is the foundation of any plant's life activity. It not only ensures reliable fixation in the soil and storage of energy reserves, but also serves as a key organ responsible for the absorption of water and mineral substances. Understanding the mechanisms of diffusion, ion adsorption, and root growth physiology is a prerequisite for effective yield management. The health of vegetable, fruit, berry, and flower crops, their resistance to pathogens, as well as their ability to fully assimilate nutrients from the soil solution or substrate, depend directly on the condition of the root system.
This collection combines theoretical knowledge and practical recommendations necessary for working with plants at all stages of their development. The reader will find materials covering a wide range of topics: from the fundamental principles of agrochemistry and the nutrition processes of field and vegetable crops to highly specialized issues of rootstock selection in horticulture. We have also included articles dedicated to the protection of the root zone from diseases and methods for improving the agrophysical properties of the soil. This knowledge will allow agronomists and gardeners to build a competent care system aimed at maintaining a balance between plant productivity and the quality of the resulting produce.
Viticulture For agronomists
The grapevine root system is responsible for plant nutrition, amino acid synthesis, and storage of nutrient reserves. The article examines the mechanisms of root function, their chemical composition, and the factors affecting grapevine development
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes the physicochemical principles of plant nutrition through the mechanism of ion exchange. The role of cell membranes and root exudates in the process of active mineral nutrient uptake is examined
Plant protection For agronomists
Cucumber root rots are a dangerous group of diseases requiring accurate pathogen diagnosis and a systematic approach to prevention. The article examines methods for identifying pathogens and plant protection techniques in greenhouse soil
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes fundamental plant nutrition processes: diffusion, the role of water flux, and the mechanism of ion absorption in the root free space. You will learn how soil nutrient reserves become available for active uptake by agricultural crops
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines the features of assessing the nutritional value of greenhouse soil and calculating fertilizer doses, taking into account the type of substrate and laboratory analysis methods. You will learn about the differences in approaches to determining available nutrients for key floral crops
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
The article discloses the agrochemical requirements of sugar beet regarding soil structure, density, and acidity. Data on the removal of primary nutrients and their effect on harvest quality are also presented.
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines modern methods of improving soil structure and providing plants with nutrients. You will learn about the application of soil amendments, drainage materials, and controlled-release nutrient technologies to achieve stable yields.
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines the process of forming the domestic agrochemical school and creating the production base for fertilizers in the first half of the 20th century. The reader will learn about the scale of the first field trials and the evolution of specialized scientific journals
Planting and propagation For agronomists
The diversity of gardening conditions requires careful selection of rootstocks for pome fruits and stone fruits. The article analyzes the characteristics of seed and vegetatively propagated rootstocks, their influence on tree development, and features of their use in modern fruit growing.
Fruit growing For agronomists
The article describes the results of a study on the functional state of apple scion-rootstock combinations. The paper analyzes the dependence of the leaf surface of cultivars on the type of clonal rootstock used in the conditions of southern Russia
Vegetable growing For gardeners
Successful vegetable growing requires consideration of their response to temperature regimes. The article presents a classification of crops by groups — from frost-resistant perennials to heat-loving nightshades and cucurbits
