This method classifies fertilizers through the different methods it is applied in the farm. Under this there are foliar fertilizers that are applied by spraying the leaves. Modern foliar fertilizers ...

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A new collaborative study from The University of Western Australia has found that partially replacing synthetic nitrogen ...

A new study has revealed that the lasting effects of biochar depend strongly on the material it is made from, with straw-derived biochar offering clear advantages for maize productivity under ...

Modern agriculture faces mounting pressure to increase productivity while maintaining sustainability. As farmers search for solutions that deliver both yield improvements and plant health benefits, ...

Maize is set to lose more area in Europe this year as a jump in fertiliser and energy costs discourages some farmers as they ...

Farmers in Kenya’s arid Tharaka Nithi county are growing fresh vegetables thanks to the use of an organic fertilizer known as bokashi. Made from a mix of farmyard waste, bokashi adds both nutrients ...

The cost of petroleum can directly impact corn prices. Higher oil prices increase fuel costs for machinery and fertilizer which raise production expenses and force up the corn price. Also, ...