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8 hours ago · After the BCA incubation period, the soil was fertilized with macronutrients (0.075 g of N, 0.053 g of P and 0.116 g of K pot −1) in the form of urea, triple superphosphate and potassium ...
1 day ago · Abstinence from soil tillage before planting and leaving the plant residue after harvesting reduces soil water evaporation; It also serves to prevent soil erosion. [117] Crop residues left covering the surface of the soil may result in reduced evaporation of water, a lower surface soil temperature, and reduction of wind effects. [117]
8 hours ago · The Rich Tradition of Seaweed in Gardening. Gardeners have long utilized seaweed as a natural fertilizer, enhancing soil fertility and promoting plant growth. Modern scientific evidence supports this ancient wisdom, revealing that seaweed extracts are rich in nutrients, growth hormones, and minerals essential for plant development.
8 hours ago · Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, Sept 28: The soil testing machine ‘Dharti Ka Doctor’ was awarded a certification by the Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, part of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), at Patanjali University. During the event, Swami Ramdev, the president of Patanjali Yogpeeth, described the machine as an advanced tool capable of providing precise soil test results quickly and at low cost. Ramdev emphasized that the rampant use of chemicals is ...
8 hours ago · Geogrid soil stabilization is a vital technique in civil engineering and construction that utilizes geogrids to enhance the strength and stability of soil structures. Geogrids are geosynthetic materials made from polymers that reinforce soil by providing a grid-like framework. This innovative method is particularly effective in areas where traditional soil stabilization methods may fall short, helping to reduce soil erosion, increase load-bearing capacity, and improve overall site performance.
8 hours ago · Plants and bacteria have a symbiotic relationship that is beneficial to both parties. The rhizosphere is the region of soil that is directly influenced by root secretions and associated soil microorganisms known as the root microbiome. The rhizosphere provides space for plants to produce allelochemicals to control neighbours and relatives.
8 hours ago · These soil layers are characterized as follows: the first layer is a miscellaneous fill, the second layer is coarse sand, the third layer is silty sand, and the fourth layer is powdery clay.Petroleum hydrocarbons were detected in 78% of the 27 soil samples collected from the control area, while 100% of the 68 soil samples collected from the testing area were detected with petroleum hydrocarbons.
