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Tiger Products for Lawns

Tiger Products for LawnsLawn grass requires the same essential nutrients as all agricultural crops. Plant nutrient applications promote grass growth, color, density, and health. Fertilizer is the primary factor enhancing turf quality and it provides greater response than any other management practice. Nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) are the nutrients that receive most consideration. Sulphur (S) is…

Sulphur in Stone Fruits

Sulphur in Stone FruitsStone fruits (also called drupes) are a fruit with a stone or hard endocarp. The most familiar stone fruits are apricots, cherries, peaches, plums, nectarines, almonds, mangoes, and lychees. China currently leads the world in peach and nectarine production. Cherry production was up in both the Unites States and China in 2017 (Fresh Peaches and Cherries: World Markets and…

Crop Nutrition in Pome Production

Crop Nutrition in Pome ProductionDepending on the source, apples and pears evolved in Central Asia and western China. By about 6500 BC, people carried apple seeds to west Asia and China. Homer’s Odyssey, written in the 8th or 9th century BC, contains what may be the fi rst written account of apples and pears in early literature: “Outside…

Challenges of Pulse Production

Challenges of Pulse ProductionLeguminous crops harvested solely for dried seed are called pulses. Pulses are the edible seeds of plants in the legume family. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) recognizes 11 types of pulses. The most recognizable of the pulses are dried beans, peanuts, chickpeas and lentils. In the western United States, coolseason food pulses, including…

Influence of Sulphur on Allium Crops’ Productivity and Quality

Influence of Sulphur on Allium Crops’ Productivity and QualityThe onion is a popular vegetable grown commercially and by the home gardener. Onions are in the allium family of plants, which includes garlic, leeks, shallots and chives. The popularity of these crops is driven from their unique flavor and odor. “These vegetables produce organosulfur compounds which react with the enzyme alliinase to create the compounds which…

Sulphur Enhances Production of Cole Crops

Sulphur Enhances Production of Cole CropsCole crops are vegetables that are part of the mustard (Brassicaceae) family. They are hardy, cool-season plants that include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, and kohlrabi. Download Now!Version: 2017-07

Optimizing Soybean Production with Soil Fertility Management

Optimizing Soybean Production with Soil Fertility ManagementCrop production is the process of managing plants to maximize sunlight interception, assimilation, and storage of carbohydrates that ultimately produce grain, fruits, and fiber to benefit mankind. The assimilation process can be reduced significantly by low soil fertility, insufficient plant nutrient application, pests, soil type, and weather. Download Now!Version:…

Sulphur Additions Enhance Cotton Production

Sulphur Additions Enhance Cotton ProductionCotton is produced in 17 states that range from the Carolinas to California. It is a primary crop in 6 states with Texas producing more cotton than the next 9 highest production states. Good management is critical to growing cotton profitably. A manager’s ability to recognize, adapt to and minimize yield-limiting…

Incorporating Nutrient Management in Potato Production

Incorporating Nutrient Management in Potato ProductionThe potato is a nutritious, nutrient dense vegetable recommended as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Potatoes are a primary staple is North American diets and can be grown in most areas; although, there are specific areas more conducive to potato production due to climate and soil conditions. There is…

Sulphur Reactions in Flooded Soils

Sulphur Reactions in Flooded SoilsSulphur (SO4-2) in the soil is exposed to several biological and chemical interactions. Excess rainfall or flood irrigation results in soils saturated for extended period of time causes a depletion of oxygen which is referred to as anaerobic conditions. Sulphur can experience major chemical changes during and after saturated conditions. Download Now!Version: 2016-09