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Recent Publications related to Agriculture & Food
The Importance of Manganese in Vegetable Crop Nutrition in North Carolina
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The Importance of Boron in Vegetable Crop Nutrition in North Carolina
Boron (B) is a critical micronutrient essential for the growth, development, and productivity of vegetable …
Irrigation for Vegetables: Understanding Evapotranspiration and Its Importance
Efficient irrigation is crucial for vegetable production in North Carolina, where weather variability demands careful …
Biomass and Nutrient Removal of Sorghum as a Bioenergy Crop
This publication summarizes research conducted in North Carolina that evaluated sorghum's potential as a bioenergy …
Control de Malezas en en el Cultivo de Sandía
La sandía es un cultivo de gran valor y se deben implementar prácticas de producción …
Manejo del Coquillo Amarillo en el Cultivo de Camote
El coquillo amarillo (Cyperus esculentus) es la segunda maleza más problemática después del amaranto Palmer …
Control del Amaranto Palmer en el Cultivo de Camote
La interferencia de malezas puede provocar grandes pérdidas en el rendimiento del camote (Seem et …
Weed Control in Watermelon
This publication discusses weeds common to watermelon and how to control them. Weed management strategies …