Essays about: "fertilizer alternative"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 48 essays containing the words fertilizer alternative.

  1. 1. Characterization of Compost from Reusable Industrial Streams: : physical, Nutrient, and Microbial Properties

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Ellen Ek Moreau; [2023]
    Keywords : Spent mushroom compost; apple orchard waste; soil amendment; compost optimization; circular agriculture;

    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

  3. 2. 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)

    Author : Emmanuel Owusu Boateng; [2023]
    Keywords : Phosphorus; Arbuscular Mycorrhiza fungi; Saturated polonite; Nitrogen; Allium porrum; Sustainability; circular economy;

    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

  4. 3. Gransågspån som odlingssubstrat för tall-, gran- och björkplantor

    University essay from SLU/School for Forest Management

    Author : Rickard Bodell; Emanuel Vestlund; [2023]
    Keywords : substrat; sågspån; torv; plantor;

    Abstract : Torv är idag i många sammanhang klassad som ett fossilt bränsle och utdikade torvmarker släpper ut koldioxid. Även lämpligheten med att i samma utsträckning som idag fortsätta använda torv i odlingssammanhang ifrågasätts. READ MORE

  5. 4. Techno-economic and environmental analysis of alternative pathways for urea fertilizer production.

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Industriell miljöteknik

    Author : Wilson Rodriguez; [2023]
    Keywords : Urea fertilizer; ammonia; natural gas; biogas; GWP; PE; hydrogen; nitrogen; technologies.;

    Abstract : The increasing global population has placed significant pressure on meeting food demands, leading to the widespread use of fertilizers to enhance crop yields. Urea, being the most used fertilizer globally, has contributed to improved agricultural productivity. READ MORE

  6. 5. Rabbit urine as a biopesticide and biofertilizer : how does a Kenyan cultural method compare to conventional chemical pesticide and fertilizer?

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Ecology

    Author : Kari Løe; [2023]
    Keywords : biopesticide; biofertilizers; rabbit urine; aphids; agriculture; Kenya;

    Abstract : The increased demand for food production has created higher needs for crop nutrients and protection. Although synthetic fertilizers and pesticides have increased food security and ensured yield for farmers worldwide, there are growing concerns about the environmental implications of over reliance of these fertilizers and pesticides as well as concern for pest resistance due to persistent pesticide use. READ MORE