Practice · 52 articles
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.
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines the criteria for selecting chemical agents for greenhouse soil disinfection and the rules for preparing the soil before treatment. Learn how soil moisture and structure affect fumigation efficiency and the safety of subsequent planting
Plant protection For agronomists
The article examines modern approaches to soil disinfection and key factors influencing the efficiency of controlling pathogens, pests, and weed seeds. You will learn how to properly prepare the soil and why the depth of fumigant or steam treatment is important for protecting future crops
Farm machinery For agronomists
The article examines the process of preparing the SZ-3.6 grain-fertilizer seeder for field deployment. You will learn about the rules for checking components, adjusting coulters, and the methodology for setting seeding mechanisms to a specified application rate
Agrochemistry For students
The article describes the principles of mineral and organic nutrition of fruit trees. You will learn how to consider the type of root system and plant development phases for effective fertilizer application
Agrochemistry For students
The article examines the principles of fertilizer application in forage crop rotations and the nutritional requirements of Sudan grass, winter rapeseed, and fodder beet for obtaining high yields
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
An effective fertilizer system requires consideration of plant biological requirements, soil properties, and nutrient uptake dynamics. The article examines key factors that allow for the accurate calculation of application rates and timing to maximize yield.
Agrochemistry For students
The article reveals a comprehensive approach to overcoming negative soil conditions that limit field productivity. The material presents a systematization of limiting factors and effective reclamation techniques for restoring soil fertility and the ecological state of the soil
Agrochemistry For students
The reaction of the soil solution determines plant growth conditions, fertilizer efficiency and the intensity of microbiological processes. The article reveals the nature of soil acidity, classifies its types into active and potential, and explains their influence on the state of the soil complex.
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
Soil and tillage For agronomists
The physical condition of the arable layer determines the efficiency of soil fertility utilization. The article examines the influence of soil density on aeration, moisture exchange, and microbiological processes, as well as the role of compaction in increasing nutrient availability.
Soil and tillage For agronomists
The structure of the arable layer determines the water regime of the soil and the intensity of moisture evaporation. An analysis of the physical processes of desiccation and effective tillage techniques for preserving soil moisture reserves in various climatic conditions
