Sulphur and Zinc in Rice ProductionRice is a unique crop that can grow in dryland or wetland ecosystems. Rice can grow when the soil is flooded periodically during the growing season, or when soil is submerged for duration of growing season, or as upland rice with aerated soils (Bell, 2008). Rice yields have increased significantly over the last…
Citrus Greening (North America)Huanglingbing (HLB, citrus greening) is a devastating disease of citrus crops, affecting all species and varieties. This disease is caused by a bacteria (Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus) and is vectored by the Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri Kuwayama). This insect was discovered in Florida in 1998 and in 2005 it was confirmed that citrus greening disease…
Citrus Greening (International)Huanglingbing (HLB, citrus greening) is a devastating disease of citrus crops, affecting all species and varieties. This disease is caused by three strains of a bacteria 1) Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus which is in the United States and Asia 2) Candidatus Liberibacter africanus found in Africa, and 3) Candidatus Liberibacter americanus present in Brazil, and southern Texas. This…
Amending Soil with Tiger 90CR® SulphurThe world population continues to increase and demand for quality food supply increases. Several factors have contributed to significant increases in crop production, which includes improved hybrids/varieties, technology, and plant nutrient management. Maximizing crop yield potential on each acre/hectare requires attention to details. Download Now!Version: 2014-05
Plant Nutrient Uptake MechanismsCrop production specialists do very good job of evaluating soil test results, identifying plant stress factors, and providing appropriate recommendations from an above ground plant growth standpoint. Oftentimes individuals working with crop production tend to overlook the importance of plant roots and the influence they have on the plant, maximizing its growth, and productivity potential.…
Utilizing Tiger 90CR Sulphur on Low pH SoilsAn optimized yield response requires an efficient crop production system as well as an adequate supply of water and all essential nutrients readily available to the plant. Optimizing yield response begins by taking an inventory of current soil nutrients, water holding capacity and the nutrient holding capacity of soils in a field.…
Challenges of Soil Testing for SulphurAgronomists have stated that soil sampling and analysis provides one of the highest returns on investments for agricultural operations. Soil testing is not a new agronomic practice. One of the first true soil testing laboratories was established in the late 1930s. It was not until the 1950s that most of the procedures for soil…
Sulphur Influence on Crop QualitySulphur is a component of two amino acids that are critical in protein synthesis within the plant kingdom and the animal kingdom. Its pathway into the atmosphere and soil environment is from combustion of fossil fuels, organic matter decomposition, and sulphur (S) containing fertilizers. Download Now!Version: 2017-06
Understanding A Soil Test ReportA soil sample analysis provides an index of plant available nutrients. The soil environment is complex and dynamic with multiple interactions involving the physical, chemical, and biological components. Download Now!Version: 2016-12
Differences in Plant Nutrient Uptake and Plant Nutrient RemovalMany factors influence plant growth including sufficient nutrition. The volume of plant nutrients applied as fertilizer varies with concentration of available nutrients in soil, crop requirements, yield potential, growing season, and management intensity. These interacting factors compound the decision making process to assess the correct amount of plant nutrients to add…
