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| Better Crops with Plant Food Better Crops with Plant Food Issue No. 3 of 2009 Now Available Online  The current issue of Better Crops with Plant Food features a diverse range of topics related to crop nutrition from many corners of the world. From Russia comes a timely update on progress in production of major crops in the country...wheat, sunflower, and sugar beet. A story from Manitoba, Canada, describes a public-private model for updating N fertilizer recommendations. Two well-known international experts describe a new approach to assessing P use efficiency in agriculture. A report from China discusses effects of different patterns of land use on heavy metals in agricultural soils. From the western USA, researchers outline the impact of removing straw from wheat and barley fields. There is also an overview of world fertilizer nutrient reserves. Capping off this edition is a back-cover commentary titled "Plant Nutrition Stewardship: Science and Ethics." Read this IssueFertilizer Best Management Practices (BMPs) The concept of fertilizer best management practices (BMPs) is not new...it was first introduced almost 20 years ago. Fertilizer BMPs are more important today than ever before and need to be based on a simple concept of matching the nutrient supply with crop requirements, while minimizing nutrient losses from fields. All fertilizer consumers should apply the correct nutrient in the amount needed, timed and placed to meet crop demand —“right product, right rate, right time, and right place.” Read Full StoryGreenhouse Gas Emissions from Cropping Systems and the Influence of Fertilizer Management  Scientific staff of the International Plant Nutrition Institute (IPNI) have prepared a literature review to extend information that will lead to a better understanding of fertilizer N management practices that minimize global warming potential. Download a copy |
 Nutrient Management and Balanced Fertilization for Major Crops in Shanxi Intensification of agricultural production with poor nutrient management practices has decreased N use efficiency and increased environmental pollution in northcentral China. Work in 2008 optimized N application timing in a winter wheat-summer maize rotation system for increased yield and fertilizer use efficiency in Shanxi. Read Full Story Effect of Potassium and Magnesium Sources on Coffee Yield and Fruit Quality in Brazil Brazil has been the world’s largest producer and exporter of coffee for at least 150 years. However, average yields remain low at 900 kg/ha. Potassium fertilization is one of the main factors influencing the nutritional status of coffee plants as well as the chemical composition of coffee beans. Read Full Story Effects of Potassium Fertilization of Soybean Grain Yield and Disease Incidence in Iowa This project was conducted from 2005 until 2008 at five Iowa locations (20 site-years) to assess the effects of K fertilization and tillage on soybean grain yield and incidence of leaf/stem diseases. Rates of 0, 35, 70, and 140 lb K2O/A were broadcast at four locations, and the lowest three K rates were broadcast or deep-banded at the other location. Soybean was grown in rotation with corn, and treatments were evaluated each year. Soybean varieties varied across trials and were planted using a 30-in. row spacing. Read Full Story |
 The World has Lost a Champion in the Fight Against Hunger Dr. Norman E. Borlaug—the only agricultural scientist ever to receive the Nobel Peace Prize—died Saturday September 12, at 95. Read Full StoryTHE FOOD CRISIS HAS NOT GONE AWAY Scientists of the International Plant Nutrition Institute (IPNI) reported to the organization’s Board of Directors on their continued efforts in addressing world food security at a recent meeting in Shanghai, China. With agronomic programs in North and South America, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, China, India, Southeast Asia, and soon Oceania, IPNI scientists are focused on producing more food through more efficient use of fertilizers. Read Full Story Dr. W.R. Raun Selected as Nutrients for Life Foundation Professor at OSU The Oklahoma State University (OSU) A&M Board of Regents recently approved the appointment of Dr. William R. Raun to the post of Nutrients for Life Foundation Professor of Soil and Crop Nutrition. The professorship was established in 2008 through a matching funds arrangement backed by oil and energy executive T. Boone Pickens, an OSU alumnus. The announcement came from Dr. Robert E. Whitson, Vice President, Dean, and Director of the OSU Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.The International Plant Nutrition Institute (IPNI) joined with the Nutrients for Life Foundation (NLF) and The Fertilizer Institute (TFI) in providing monetary gifts totaling US$250,000 to the University. Those funds were matched by Pickens’ commitment. In turn, the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education will match the US$500,000 to provide a total impact of US$1 million in endowed funds. Read Full StoryIPNI Crop Nutrient Deficiency Photo Contest — 2009 Once again, IPNI opens our crop nutrient deficiency photo contest as part of a continuing effort to encourage the art of field observation and increase understanding of the physical appearance of crop nutrient deficiencies and the varying conditions in which they may appear in the field. Read Full Story |
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