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1. The effect of knowledge on farmers’ intercropping adoption decisions : the perspective of Swedish farmers
University essay from SLU/Dept. of EconomicsAbstract : Intercropping is sustainable from both an economic and environmental point of view since it can increase yields, decrease input costs, make efficient use of available growth resources, increase crop biodiversity and natural biodiversity, suppress pests and diseases, and reduce land degradation. This makes the uptake of the practice important for future sustainable agricultural. READ MORE
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2. Production of natural pigments from A. platensis grown on wastewater from local treatment facility.
University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologi; Lunds universitet/BioteknikAbstract : Although microalgae have been considered for the biological treatment of wastewater since the 1950’s, their potential to efficiently remove pollutants from various streams remains largely untapped and is yet to be utilized at large scale. The production of algal biomass and extraction of high-value compounds has, however, become increasingly popular with large scale farms and biorefineries around the world producing many promising alternatives to petroleum-based products and processes. READ MORE
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3. Characterization of Compost from Reusable Industrial Streams: : physical, Nutrient, and Microbial Properties
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : The increasing global population, combined with soil degradation, poses challenges to food security, and raises concerns about the excessive and long-term use of conventional fertilizers. Evaluating sustainable alternative by-products for their soil-improving properties could offer a potential solution, particularly for Swedish fruit producers who can tap into local waste streams as a circular source of plant nutrients. READ MORE
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4. Quality of Spent Mushroom Compost Amended with Organic Material- Effect on Nutrient Content and Plant Growth
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : Peat, as a non-renewable growing media, poses environmental concerns due to extraction and decomposition processes, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions. Alternatives growing media with potential to replace or reduce the use of peat are of great need. READ MORE
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5. Effect of Mycorrhizal Inoculation on Growth and Nutrient Uptake by Leek (Allium porrum) fertilized with Inorganic N Combined with Saturated Polonite
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)Abstract : The continuous rise in global population continues to increase the demand for food. Meeting this rise in demand requires an increase in agricultural input, such as applying fertilizers, including phosphorus (P). READ MORE
