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The Role of Zinc in Plant Development, It's deficiency & Toxicity Symptoms

The Role of Zinc in Plant Development, It’s deficiency & Toxicity Symptoms

Zinc might be tiny, but it plays a huge role in the growth and development of plants. It’s an essential micronutrient that plants need in small amounts for various vital functions. Zinc is a key component of many enzymes and proteins in plants. It is one of eight essential micronutrients.Inadequate Zn availability in soil is …

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Advantage of Substituting Manure for Commercial Fertilizer in Agriculture

Advantage of Substituting Manure for Commercial Fertilizer in Agriculture

In the intricate web of modern agriculture, the choice between manure and commercial fertilizer has far-reaching implications for food security, environmental sustainability, and societal well-being. A growing body of evidence suggests that substituting manure for commercial fertilizer not only enhances food security through increased yields but also contributes to environmental protection by mitigating nitrogen loss …

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Understanding the Benefits and Uses of Rindomil Gold Fungicide

The Benefits and Uses of Rindomil Gold Fungicide to Farmers

Rindomil Gold fungicide is a broad-spectrum fungicide that is used to control a wide variety of fungal diseases in plants. It is a systemic fungicide, which means that it is absorbed by the plant and moves throughout the plant’s system. This makes it very effective at controlling fungal diseases that are difficult to reach with …

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How to control weed on onion farming

Weeding is the removal of unwanted or undesirable plants from the farm. This is important since weeds compete with crops of interest for growth factors like nutrients, moisture and space. Weeds may suppress the crop. They may also harbour pests and diseases, thus reducing yield. It is important to have integrated weed management systems. This …

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Here Is How To Know The Numbers Of Seeds In A Packet

Here Is How To Know The Numbers Of Seeds In A Packet

When ordering seed and planning for your farming, knowing how many seeds are in a packet or sachet is quite helpful. The quantity of seeds or the weight of seeds are normally indicated on the package by most seed companies. Frequently, the weight of the seed in the sachet is given first, followed by a bigger weight …

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NPK Fertilizer For Your Crops

The Best NPK Fertilizer For Your Crops

The idea of “the best NPK fertilizer for your crops” sounds great but it’s crucial to know that you don’t apply fertilizer to your crops. The soil is where plants/crops get their nutrition. Fertilizer is applied to the soil rather than the plants. NPK Fertilizer is a mixture of Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium that boosts …

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The best effective fertilizers for tomatoe farming in Kenya

Tomato farming is the most common type of farming in Kenya due to the high demand for the crop in the country. Tomato production requires the use of both organic and inorganic fertilizers to ensure high-quality yields. Inorganic fertilizers are known to be fast-acting but can have potential risks of excessive runoff if used improperly. …

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Serious Need To Educate Farmers On Safe Pesticide Use

Safe Pesticide Use: “I have used Kausha to cure onions,” Paul Lankoi said on the phone as my investigations towards making this report began It was a brave admission; considering that it could as well be an admission to a crime. “I am not the only one who cures onions this way: I think generally …

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Onion Fertiliser Program kenya

Onion Fertiliser Program

Onion Fertiliser Program: Timely and appropriate fertiliser application ensures a healthy crop and higher yields. This is in addition to ensuring weed and pest and disease control. The onion crop should also get adequate water. These are some of the management practices Desmond is keen on for a successful crop production cycle. In this article, …

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General information on copper compounds used as fungicides in Kenya

There are many copper compounds used as fungicides in Kenya. Recommended is Bordeaux mix which is a combination of copper sulphate and hydrated lime (calcium hydroxide).  Other compounds include Copper oxychloride and Copper hydroxide. The latter two are now commonly used and are commercially available. Copper fungicides were formerly accepted in organic farming provided that the number of …

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