Practice · 52 articles

Tillage

Tillage is the foundation of the agronomic process, determining the level of the future harvest. The proper choice of soil impact techniques depends not only on the conservation of soil moisture and soil fertility but also on the successful germination of seeds and the phytosanitary state of the fields. Regardless of the scale of the farm, understanding the physical principles of interaction between implements and soil allows for optimizing costs and minimizing the risks of dehydration or over-compaction of the land plot, which is especially important when planning crop rotation and preparing land after various predecessors.

This collection contains materials covering both the theoretical foundations of agriculture and the applied aspects of field work. You will find a detailed analysis of soil preparation technologies — from classic mouldboard ploughing to modern systems of minimum and zero tillage. The articles contain information on the specifics of working with cereal and row crops, vegetables, and fallows, as well as recommendations on choosing equipment and quality control for operations. Studying these materials will help build an effective tillage system adapted to the specific conditions of your enterprise or plot.

Crop production For students

System and advantages of primary tillage for spring crops

Primary tillage is the foundation of the future harvest of spring crops. The article reveals the features of autumn field preparation, methods of weed control, and recommendations for choosing tillage technologies depending on the preceding crop.

Agrochemistry For students

Optimizing mineral nutrition of vegetable crops and potatoes

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

Methodology of planning and technique of conducting field agrochemical experiments

The article describes the stages of preparation for scientific research in agrochemistry: from choosing a topic and formulating a hypothesis to developing a program and structure for a field experiment. The material will help to systematize the approach to establishing experiments and selecting methodological elements

Plant protection For agronomists

Distribution and harmfulness of net blotch in spring barley

Net blotch, caused by the pathogen Pyrenophora teres, is a major threat to spring barley crops. The article examines the biological features of the disease, its harmfulness, and the symptoms of two main types of infection

Crop production For students

The history of development and classification of modern farming systems

The article examines the evolution of farming systems as a complex of agrotechnical measures aimed at increasing soil fertility. You will learn about the key stages of agronomy development and the criteria for classifying systems into primitive, extensive, transitional, and intensive