Although soybeans generally supply up to 90% of their own nitrogen needs through their beneficial relationship with Rhizobium bacteria 1 and via the soil 2, there are several factors that can limit ...

A Purdue University agronomist said that many farmers over the last several years have observed a mid-season yellowing of their soybeans, commonly called "yellow flash," which is caused by a manganese ...

Determining the right amount of nitrogen for your corn crop is a balancing act that can challenge any farmer. Get it wrong, and your yield can suffer. We can help you better understand the ...

NAIROBI: Nutrient deficiency is likely a big problem during the growth phases every season. The high cost of fertilisers has left farmers with little option but to plant their maize without applying ...

The importance of magnesium in plants and animals has long been known, but the details of its uptake and transport in plants are largely unexplored. The recent results from an international ...

Twelve to 16 elements are essential for plant growth, depending on how precise one wishes to be. Chlorine, for example, is a very minor one based on studies. Three of the most common essential ...