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  1. 1. Nodulation and biomass development of yellow and blue lucerne under pH stress

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Crop Production Ecology

    Author : Katarina Boström; [2023]
    Keywords : lucerne; blue lucerne BL ; yellow lucerne YL ; E. meliloti; nodulation; pH;

    Abstract : Approximately 77% of global arable land use is devoted to forage cultivation, which is the basis for animal production and global food security. Therefore a sustainable and biologically diverse forage cultivation is needed. Feed for cattle needs to contain a good balance between fibre, energy and protein. READ MORE

  2. 2. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi and its agricultural benefits : how to succeed with AMF inoculation

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Soil and Environment

    Author : Katarina Boström; [2020]
    Keywords : crop yield; field conditions; inoculum; nutrient availability; soil management;

    Abstract : Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) are obligate symbionts to 85% of all land-living plants. They provide P and other nutrients in exchange for carbohydrates produced in the photosynthesis. They have proven to alleviate biotic and abiotic stress and to increase soil structure and biodiversity. READ MORE