scholarly journals Performance of Corn Cultivars in the Fertilization Function in the Alagoas State, Brazil

2020 ◽  
pp. 60-66
Author(s):  
Magna Pereira dos Santos ◽  
Heverly Lima Nascimento ◽  
Luiz Carlos Alves dos Santos ◽  
Luiz Paulo Ferreira Neves ◽  
Ênio Gomes Flôr Souza ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Production Systems ◽  
Fertilizer Application ◽  
Maize Crop ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Maize Cultivars ◽  
Federal Institute ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
The One ◽  
Management Recommendations ◽  
Npk Fertilization

Brazil is the third largest corn producer in the world. Despite the country’s position in the maize production ranking, some Brazilian regions have a significantly low maize crop yield, mainly due to lack of management recommendations for it. Thus, the aim of the current study is to evaluate the performance of maize cultivars subjected, or not, to NPK fertilization in Alagoas State hinterland. The experiment was carried out at Federal Institute of Alagoas – Piranhas Campus – from February 2019 to June 2019. It followed a randomized block experimental design at factorial arrangement (5x2), with four repetitions, which totaled 40 experimental plots. The first factor comprised five maize cultivars (BRS Caatingueiro, M274 Morumbi, BRS 2022, Crioula Cateto and AG 1051), whereas the second one encompassed NPK fertilizer application, or not. Fertilization led to the best results in most of the evaluated parameters and to increased grain yield (3,037.7 kg ha-1) in all evaluated cultivars. These outcomes evidenced how the fertilization technique, mainly the one comprising NPK macronutrients, can help increasing yield in maize production systems in Alagoas State hinterland. Among the cultivars evaluated, the hybrid 'AG 1051' was the one that stood out the most, except for the ear insertion height, in all the analyzed variables.

scholarly journals Effect of Interaction between Traits of Different Genotype Maize in Six Fertilizer Level by GGE Biplot Analysis in Hungary

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Mohammad Nasir Mousavi ◽  
Károly Kith ◽  
János Nagy
Keyword(s):  
Gge Biplot ◽  
Average Yield ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Maize Cultivars ◽  
Variable Level ◽  
Fourth Dose ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
Hybrid Maize ◽  
The University ◽  
The Given

Abstract Hungary was one of the main countries in the world as regards the yields reached in maize production. The research was conducted to appraise the effect of NPK fertilizer on traits of different hybrid maize (Fao410, Fao340) at the University of Debrecen and our experiment was carried out in Centre for Agricultural Sciences, Institute of Crop Sciences at Látókép in 2018. NPK fertilizer was applied in six different combinations (0-0-0 control, 30-23-27 first dose, 60-46-54 second dose, 90-69-81 third dose, 120-92-108 fourth dose and 150-115-135 fifth dose kg · ha−1). The result of compound variance showed the level of fertilizer and interaction between fertilizer and genotypes were significant in one percent. Effect of genotypes was a variable level of fertilizer and providing a different yield in the level of fertilizer. The weight of seeds in ear and weight of ear were important traits in the average yield on Fao410 hybrid. Also, the fourth of the fertilizer level was the best level of fertilizer for yield on Fao410 and Fao340. the weight of fresh plant and weight of seeds in ear were highest relation with yield in H340 hybrid. The results of this research can successfully contribute to the science of maize cultivars, the given adapted hybrid to the discovery of their traits and to an application of fertilizers.

Dampak Pemberian Pupuk Hayati dan NPK Terhadap Emisi CO2 Pada Perkebunan Kelapa Sawit Di Lahan Gambut

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 219-226
Author(s):  
Dika Riyani ◽  
Evi Gusmayanti ◽  
Muhammad Pramulya
Keyword(s):  
Co2 Emissions ◽  
Oil Palm ◽  
Co2 Emission ◽  
Fertilizer Application ◽  
Closed Chamber ◽  
Disturbed Soil ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
Fertility Analysis ◽  
Npk Fertilization

Pemanfaatan lahan gambut untuk perkebunan kelapa sawit selalu disertai dengan pemupukan, seperti pupuk hayati dan NPK. Namun kegiatan pemupukan ini berpotensi meningkatkan aktivitas mikroorganisme dalam mendekomposisi bahan organik gambut yang selanjutnya menghasilkan emisi CO2. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur emisi CO2 sebelum dan sesudah pemupukan hayati dan NPK dari perkebunan kelapa sawit fase belum menghasilkan (umur tanaman 3 tahun) dan fase menghasilkan (umur tanaman 12 tahun). Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada perkebunan kelapa sawit di Kalimantan Barat.  Emisi CO2 yang diukur pada enam belas subplot dengan metode sungkup tertutup menggunakan sensor CO2 Vaisala GMP343.  Pengukuran emisi CO2 dilakukan seminggu sekali dari bulan Agustus sampai Oktober 2020.  Bersamaan dengan pengukuran emisi CO2 dilakukan pengukuran suhu tanah, suhu udara dan kedalaman muka air tanah yang diikuti pengambilan sampel tanah untuk analisis pH, Eh dan kadar air gravimetrik.  Pengambilan sampel tanah terganggu untuk analisis kesuburan gambut dilakukan sebanyak tiga kali yaitu seminggu sebelum pengukuran emisi CO2, setelah aplikasi pupuk hayati dan setelah aplikasi pupuk NPK.  Hasil penelitian menunjukan emisi CO2 sebelum dan sesudah pemupukan tidak berbeda nyata.  Rerata emisi CO2 setelah pemupukan hayati cenderung lebih rendah dan kembali meningkat setelah pemupukan NPK.  Besaran emisi CO2 pada tanaman belum menghasilkan sebelum pemupukan sebesar 0,65 ± 0,36 g CO2 m-2 jam-1, setelah pemupukan hayati sebesar 0,56 ± 0,28 g CO2 m-2 jam-1 dan setelah pemupukan NPK sebesar  0,60 ± 0,32 g CO2 m-2 jam-1.  Sedangkan rerata emisi CO2 pada lokasi tanaman menghasilkan sebelum pemupukan yaitu 0,53 ± 0,24 g CO2 m-2 jam-1, setelah pemupukan hayati 0,38 ± 0,18 g CO2 m-2 jam-1 dan setelah pemupukan NPK meningkat menjadi 0,66 ± 0,43 g CO2 m-2 jam-1.ABSTRACTFertilization is a common practice when utilizing peatlands for oil palm plantation.  It includes bio fertilizer and compound NPK fertilizer.  However, fertilization may potentially increase microorganism activities leading to higher CO2 emission. This study aims to measure CO2 emissions before and after application of bio fertilizer and compound NPK fertilizer to oil palm plantations. This research was conducted on palm plantations in West Kalimantan. There are two plots of measurements i.e. immature oil palm, about 3 years of age and producing oil palm about 12 years of age, and every plot consists eight subplots. The measurement of CO2 emissions carried out according to closed chamber method using Vaisala GMP343 CO2 sensor once a week from August to October 2020. Along with measurement of CO2 emissions, environmental factors were also measured, i.e.  soil temperature, air temperature and groundwater level, pH, Eh and gravimetric water content.  Sampling of disturbed soil for peat fertility analysis was carried out three times, a week before measuring CO2 emissions, after application of bio-fertilizers and after application of compound NPK fertilizer. The results showed that CO2 emissions before and after fertilization were not significantly different. The average CO2 emission after biological fertilization tends to be lower than that before fertilizer application and tend to increase after NPK fertilization. The amount of CO2 emission in immature plot before fertilization is 0,65 ± 0,36 g CO2 m-2 hour-1, after biological fertilization is 0,56 ± 0,28 g CO2 m-2 hour-1 and after NPK fertilization is 0,60 ± 0,32 g CO2 m-2 hour-1.  Meanwhile, the average CO2 emission at the location of the plant produced before fertilization was 0,53 ± 0,24 g CO2 m-2 hour-1, after biological fertilization was 0,38 ± 0,18 g CO2 m-2 hour-1 and after NPK fertilization increased to 0,66 ± 0,43 g CO2 m-2 hour-1.

scholarly journals Effect of NPK Fertilization Method on the Physiology and Fruit Products of Myristica fragrans in North Maluku, Indonesia

2021 ◽  
pp. 19-29
Author(s):  
Wawan Sulistiono ◽  
Abubakar Ibrahim ◽  
Bayu Suwitono ◽  
Himawan Bayu Aji ◽  
Abdul Wahab ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Plant Physiology ◽  
Chlorophyll A ◽  
Reductase Activity ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Fertilizer Application ◽  
Proline Content ◽  
Chlorophyll B ◽  
Total Chlorophyll ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
Npk Fertilization

Aims: The objective of this study was to determine the optimal fertilizing method and NPK fertilizer dosage for plant physiology and nutmeg yield. Study Design: The experimental design was a completely randomized block design (CRBD) in a 4x3 factorial arrangement with three replicates. The first factor was four NPK fertilizer doses: 1, 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5kg NPK (15:15:15)/tree/year. The second factor was the manner of fertilizer application: (1) fertilized in spot, (2) fertilized in-furrow trenches trunked and (3) fertilized in hole. Place and Duration of Study: The research was conducted in Tobelo North Halmahera (1°44'45.3"-1°44'54.4" N, 127°59'54.4"-127°59'53.2" E), North Maluku, Indonesia from January 2019 to May 2020. Methodology: The nutmeg trees used was 30 years old. The population of trees plants in the study area was 40 trees. Observation parameters on leaves are chlorophyll a, b and total, nitrate reductase activity (NRA), N, P, K, proline content, number of young and old fruits. Results: The fertilization treatment with the fertilizer application method into the crack/hole fertilizer with a dose of 2.5 kg NPK significantly produced high levels of chlorophyll a, chlorophyll b,         total chlorophyll of leaves and old fruit. The number of old fruits is positively correlated with chlorophyll a content (0.615*), chlorophyll b (0.663*), total chlorophyll (0.634*) and number of young fruits (0.748 **). The application of fertilizer hole produces plants that recover quickly from drought stress, as evidenced by the highest proline content. Conclusion: NPK fertilization using the hole method and at doses of 2.0-2.5 kg/tree/year are recommended for improving plant physiology and yield.

scholarly journals Can Biofertilizers Reduce Synthetic Fertilizer Application Rates in Cereal Production in Mexico?

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 80
Author(s):  
Jesús Santillano-Cázares ◽  
Marie-Soleil Turmel ◽  
María Elena Cárdenas-Castañeda ◽  
Santiago Mendoza-Pérez ◽  
Agustín Limón-Ortega ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Field Experiments ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Fertilizer Application ◽  
Control Treatment ◽  
Yield Response ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Soil P ◽  
Application Rates ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Synthetic Fertilizers

Biofertilizers are considered as potential supplements or alternatives to fertilizers. The objective of the present study is to evaluate different biofertilizers in combination with synthetic fertilizers on the yields of maize and wheat in several states in Mexico. Fourteen biofertilizer treatments plus a treatment with 100% the locally recommended fertilizer rate (RFR), another with 50% RFR (the control treatment), and one without any fertilizer (for a total of 17 treatments) were tested on maize and wheat in five states across Mexico. Field experiments were established in five states and several years for a total of 14 experiments in Mexico. In general, except for the experiments conducted in moderately low soil P conditions, Chiapas and Sonora (maize), no response to biofertilizers was observed in the remaining locations, through the years in wheat and maize. We conclude that in high input production systems, the biofertilizer response is more an exception than a rule with only 21% of the experiments showing a significant difference in favor of biofertilizers and only 4 of 15 products tested produced a yield response in more nitrogen deficient environments. Some products containing AMF may be beneficial in maize production systems with phosphorus deficient environments.

An empirical investigation into intelligent cost analysis in purchasing

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Frank Bodendorf ◽  
Manuel Lutz ◽  
Stefan Michelberger ◽  
Joerg Franke
Keyword(s):  
Cost Analysis ◽  
Cost Estimation ◽  
Expert Knowledge ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Cost Calculation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Intelligent Decision Support Systems ◽  
The One ◽  
Management Recommendations ◽  
Intelligent Decision Support

Purpose Cost transparency is of central importance to reach a consensus between supply chain partners. The purpose of this paper is to contribute to the instrument of cost analysis which supports the link between buyers and suppliers. Design/methodology/approach Based on a detailed literature review in the area of cost analysis and purchasing, intelligent decision support systems for cost estimation are identified. Subsequently, expert interviews are conducted to determine the application possibilities for managers. The application potential is derived from the synthesis of motivation, identified applications and challenges in the industry. Management recommendations are to be derived by bringing together scientific and practical approaches in the industry. Findings On the one hand, the results of this study show that machine learning (ML) is a complex technology that poses many challenges for cost and purchasing managers. On the other hand, ML methods, especially in combination with expert knowledge and other analytical methods, offer immense added value for cost analysis in purchasing. Originality/value Digital transformation allows to facilitate the cost calculation process in purchasing decisions. In this context, the application of ML approaches has gained increased attention. While such approaches can lead to high cost reductions on the side of both suppliers and buyers, an intelligent cost analysis is very demanding.

scholarly journals Mineral fertilizers as a governing factor of the regulation of the number of fungi in soil

2009 ◽  
pp. 201-207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marijana Pesakovic ◽  
Dragutin Djukic ◽  
Leka Mandic ◽  
Milan Rakicevic ◽  
Rade Miletic
Keyword(s):  
Soil Fungi ◽  
Mineral Fertilizer ◽  
Mineral Fertilizers ◽  
Nitrogen Rate ◽  
Nutritive Medium ◽  
Governing Factor ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
Set Up ◽  
The One ◽  
Fertilizer Rates

Over 2003-2005 period, a study was performed on the effect of different rates of NPK fertilizer of formulation 8:16:24 + 3% MgO (N1 - 400 kg ha-1; N2 - 600 kg ha-1; N3 - 800 kg ha-1; N4 - 1000 kg ha-1) on development of the soil fungi. The trial was set up in the experimental plum orchard established by Fruit Research Institute Cacak, and the laboratory of Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Agronomy Cacak. Unfertilized soil was used as the control soil. Each of the stated variants was carried out in three replications. The size of the basic plot was 68 m2. The effect of the studied mineral fertilizer rates was determined three times over the growing season, the number of fungi being checked by the indirect rarefaction method on Chapek nutritive medium. The results of the study inferred that the application of mineral fertilizers brought about the decrease in the number of fungi. Of all studied variants, the one with the highest nitrogen rate (variant N4) exhibited the strongest effect. The influence of the fertilizer was highest at the third sampling. Furthermore, the effect was highest in season 2003.

scholarly journals Applying satellite images to spectral signature development of maize production (Zea mays L.) under colombia’s middle tropics conditions

ENTRAMADO ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 256-262
Author(s):  
Edier Fernando Ávila Vélez ◽  
Natalia Escobar Escobar ◽  
Carlos Francisco Morantes Choconta
Keyword(s):  
Satellite Images ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Spectral Response ◽  
Spectral Signature ◽  
Growth Stages ◽  
Total Production ◽  
Radiometric Calibration ◽  
Maize Crop ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Production Stages

Maize is currently the world’s second largest crop in terms of production, after wheat and rice. It is the first cereal as for grain yield per hectare and the second, after wheat, regarding total production. Maize has great economic importance worldwide, both as human and/or animal food, and as a source of a large number of industrial products. New digital technologies are allowing greater monitoring of farming production stages. This research developed the spectral signature of maize fields ground covers across different growth stages (2 months, 2.3 months and 4.3 months). Similarly, this research paper proposes the application of a methodology based on four phases: 1. Maize crop georeferencing, 2. Satellite images selection, 3. Radiometric calibration of images 4. Spectral signature development of maize crops. Spectral response or signature of maize crops at visible and near-infrared wavelengths was obtained, indicating significant changes in crops growth. The use of satellite imagery becomes an interesting tool that introduces an approach towards more accurate and controlled monitoring systems in agricultural production.

scholarly journals Biology and bulb production of Eleutherine bulbosa (Iridaceae), a native species from Borneo, Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
pp. 232-237
Author(s):  
Ni Made Armini Wiendi ◽  
Nessa Maulida ◽  
Krisantini Krisantini
Keyword(s):  
Native Species ◽  
Leaf Size ◽  
Fertilizer Application ◽  
Ornamental Plant ◽  
Rice Hulls ◽  
Secondary Axis ◽  
Size Number ◽  
Wild Harvesting ◽  
Npk Fertilizer ◽  
Shoot Emergence

Abstract Eleutherine bulbosa is a known ornamental plant of the Iris family, which originated from Central Borneo, Indonesia. The bulbs of E. bulbosa have long been used as a medicinal source by the local people of Borneo. Despite its known medicinal and other values, studies on the morphology and efficiency in bulb production of this species are limited. The aims of our study are to examine the vegetative and reproductive morphology of E. bulbosa, and to determine the effect of various dosages of NPK fertilizer on flowering and bulb production. The plants were grown in pots using potting mix consists of equal volume of burnt rice hulls, cocopeat, and organic manures (1:1:1). Our study showed that E. bulbosa has a cymose rhipidium inflorescence with 25-50 mm long peduncles, have 3-4 umbel on the secondary axis, each consists of 10-12 florets that opens in turn every day. Florets are 20-30 mm long, 20 mm in diameter, 10-15 mm pedicels, and short-lived. The perianth is white, about 25 mm wide with yellow anthers and stigma. Fruits were not formed during the duration of the study. NPK fertilizer application at the lowest dose of 1 g per pot had promoted earlier shoot emergence and vegetative growth, including plant height, leaf number, leaf size, number of tillers, and bulb production compared to control (no fertilizer). Application of fertilizer at 1 and 2 g per plant significantly promoted earlier flowering, whereas application at 3 g per plant delayed and reduced the proportion of flowering plants. The results of this study can aid in taxonomic identification and efficient cultivation of this plant for uses as potted flowering ornamentals or bulb production for different purposes. Higher cultivation and reduced wild harvesting can result in the conservation of this species.

scholarly journals Drought-tolerant Varieties as an Adaptation Strategy in the Context of Climate Change: Insight from Maize Production Systems in Benin

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Mohamed Nasser Baco
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Food Security ◽  
Crop Production ◽  
Production Systems ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Value Chains ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Ecological Zones ◽  
Drought Tolerant ◽  
Agro Ecological Zones

Previous studies suggested that maize is set to become a cash crop while ensuring food security better than any other crop. However, climate change has become one of the key production constraints that are now hampering and threatening the sustainability of maize production systems. We conducted a study to better understand changes here defined as adaptations made by smallholder farmers to ensure food security and improve income through maize production in a climate change context. Our results show that maize farmers in northern Benin mainly rely on traditional seeds. Drought as abiotic stress is perceived by farmers in many agro-ecological zones as a disruptive factor for crop production, including maize. When drought is associated with pest damages, both the quantity (i.e. yield) and the quality (i.e. attributes) of products/harvests are negatively affected. The adverse effects of drought continue to reduce production in different agro-ecological zones of the country, because of the lack of widespread adoption of tolerant varieties. The study suggests actions towards the production of drought-tolerant maize seeds, a promotion of seed companies, the organization of actors and value chains. Apart from climate change, the promotion of value chains is also emerging as one of the important aspects to take into account to sustain maize production in Benin.

scholarly journals Empirical Analysis of the Factors that Affecting Maize Production of Farmers among Smallholders: The Case of Eastern Oromia, Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 137-145
Author(s):  
Murad Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Crop Production ◽  
Smallholder Farmers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
High Yield ◽  
Linear Regression Models ◽  
Potential Yield ◽  
Maize Crop ◽  
Maize Production ◽  
Smallholder Farm

In Ethiopia, maize is the second largest in production areas and first in its productivity but there are high yield gaps between the actual yield currently producing and the potential yield. Therefore, this study was aimed to identify factors that affecting maize production of smallholder farmers at the farm level in the Meta district in the east Hararge zone, Oromia, Ethiopia. A two-stage random sampling technique was employed and a total of 200 smallholder farmers were randomly and proportionally selected to collect primary data. Multiple linear regression models were used to analysis factors that affect maize production among smallholder farmers. The result showed that the production of maize was influenced by several factors. The coefficient provided that as the farmers obtained 1 dollar from non-farm activity, the maize production of farmers increased by 293.2 kg, keeping other factors constant. Thus, the farmers who had money from non-farm sources used as additional income to gain agricultural inputs for maize production and thus generate more maize quantity. The result was pointed out that the size of the cultivated areas of land had a positive influence on the quantity of maize production of farmers. The coefficient entailed that as the size of the cultivated areas of land increased by one hectare, the farmer’s quantity of maize production increased by 140.4 kg by keeping other factors constant. The result was also indicated that other factors being constant, the maize crop production of smallholder farmers of Meta district was decreased by 4 kg as Development Agent’s (DA’s) office distance increased by one minute. The possible explanation was that extension services were a critical source of information on agronomic practices. Therefore, policy makers should encourage the current maize production and supplying improved seed and chemical fertilizer which support to improve smallholder farm households’ welfare by increasing their sources of income.

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