Corn Cultivation Research Articles

EFFET DE LORPAILLAGE SUR LABONDANCE ET LA DIVERSITE DES ESPECES DE CHAMPIGNONS MYCORHIZIENS ARBUSCULAIRES DANS LA REGION CENTRALE DU TOGO

Gold mining has a negative impact on the soil include microorganisms such as Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF). The AMF form associations with plants by improving their development However, the effect of gold mining on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) living in its soils is poorly understood.The objective of this study was to characterize the effect of gold mining on the abundance and diversity of AMF species in the Central region of Togo. The AMF were extracted by wet sieving from 200g of soil samples taken directly from four types of soil, Gold Soil (SA), Washed Gold Soil (SAL), Soil Under Corn Cultivation (SSCM) and the Soil Under Natural Vegetation (SSVN). The diversity of AMF was determined by diversity indices. The results showed that SA, SSCM and SSVN had significantly higher AMF fungal spores densities (p < 0.05) than SAL. AMF species richness was generally lower in SAL (12 species out of a total of 30 species identified). A total of 30 AMF species classified into 16 genera, in 9 families (AcaulosporaceaeAmbisporaceae, Archaeosporaceae, Gigasporaceae, Claroideoglomeraceae, Dentiscutataceae, Diversisporaceae, Glomeraceae, Paraglomeraceae) were identified. The most frequent species were Acaulosporascorbiculata, Acaulospora sp., Entrophosporainfrequens, Gigaspora gigantea, Claroideoglomusetunicatum. The most abundant species were Acaulosporascorbiculata, Acaulosporasp., Entrophosporainfrequens, ClaroideoglomusEtunicatum, Glomus clavisporum, and Rhizophagusintraradices. The biological diversity indices (Shannon and Pielou equitability) revealed a significant difference (P < 0.05) between the different types of soils studied. The density of the spores as well as their diversityvary as follows: SAL<SA< SSVN< SSCM. The soils of the study area contain a great natural wealth of AMF species, but this natural wealth is significantly affected by gold panning. The native AMF found in these areas could be used for the ecological restoration of degraded gold panning areas.

NakKanak Penter Media: Introducing Numbers and Geometric Shapes to 4-5-Year-Olds

The challenges faced by early-age children in recognizing numbers and geometric shapes in Madura have been a significant concern. This study aims to investigate the NakKanak Penter media in stimulating the recognition of numbers and geometric shapes among 4-5-year-old children. This research falls under the category of Research and Development. The data in this research and development study comprise both qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data were gathered through observations, interviews, and documentation. Quantitative data were obtained from research respondents, including subject matter experts, media specialists, cultural experts, and users of educational media. The analysis of this study primarily employs quantitative data analysis. The results of this research indicate that the NakKanak Penter media, which is based on corn as the primary material, aligns with the characteristics of the research location, where corn cultivation is prevalent. This media is deemed suitable for use in introducing numbers and geometric shapes to children. This study contributes by providing the NakKanak Penter media as an alternative medium for early-age children's education in numbers and geometric shapes.

Agricultural Productivity and Land Inequality: Evidence from the Philippines

Abstract How do agricultural productivity gains affect the distribution of agricultural land? Exploiting three waves of census data from the Philippines covering 21 years and 17 million plots, this article finds that municipalities endowed with favorable soil and weather conditions for genetically modified (GM) corn cultivation experience a relative increase in landholding inequality. Agricultural land is decreasing during this period and this decrease is driven by a decline in the size of large farms. The introduction of GM corn slows down this process by keeping more land under cultivation, which contributes to the documented relative increase in inequality.

PKM of Dryland Maize Cultivation Laponrong Village Amali Subdistrict, Bone Regency

This service aims to provide knowledge and skills for farmer groups in Laponrong Village, Amali District regarding corn cultivation on dry land. Implementation method with training and demonstration. Implementation of training and mentoring activities for PKM partner groups in Laponrong Village resulted in 85% of partners actively carrying out PKM program training and mentoring. Mitra has understood the technique of cultivating corn on dry land, and the technique of drying corn using sunlight as a heat source.

Effect of Different Levels and Times of Nitrogen Application on Grain and Forage Quality of Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. saccharata)

This field experiment conducted during the rabi season of 2017-18 at N. M. College of Agriculture, Navsari Agricultural University, Gujarat, aimed to investigate the response of sweet corn (Zea mays L. saccharata) to different levels and times of nitrogen application under the south Gujarat conditions. The factorial randomized block design (FRBD) with three replications was employed, considering four nitrogen levels (90 kg/ha, 120 kg/ha, 150 kg/ha, and 180 kg/ha) and four split application treatments (½ basal + ½ at knee height, ½ basal + ¼ knee height + ¼ tasseling, 1/3 basal + 1/3 knee height + 1/3 tasseling, and ¼ basal + ½ at knee height + ¼ tasseling). The results of the study demonstrated that the application of 180 kg/ha nitrogen significantly increased the protein content in grain and fodder (10.51% and 3.88% respectively) and total sugar content (14.96). Additionally, higher NPK uptake and available nitrogen (197.25 kg/ha) and phosphorus (47.53 kg/ha) levels were observed with a 180 kg/ha nitrogen application rate. When nitrogen was applied in three splits, specifically at ¼ basal + ½ at knee height + ¼ tasseling, it resulted in significantly higher protein content in grain and fodder (9.89% and 3.54% respectively), total sugar content (13.65), as well as NPK uptake in grain and fodder and available nitrogen and phosphorus (189.95 kg/ha and 45.84 kg/ha). These findings highlight the importance of nitrogen management in sweet corn cultivation to enhance the nutritional quality and productivity of both grain and fodder. Implementing the optimal nitrogen levels (180 kg/ha) and split application timings (¼ basal + ½ at knee height + ¼ tasseling) can contribute to achieving desirable protein and sugar content, as well as improving NPK uptake and availability of nitrogen and phosphorus.

Zeolites synthesized from agro‐industrial residues applied in agriculture: A review and future prospects

AbstractZeolites have been widely applied as catalysts, wastewater treatment agents, gas adsorbents and fertilizers, among others. However, the use of natural zeolites or those synthesized from oversaturated commercial solutions are more explored commercially than the zeolites synthesized from residues. Therefore, the aim of this review is to highlight the importance of zeolites synthesized from agro‐industrial residues and their use in agriculture. This review has been divided into three different sections, that is, zeolites, agriculture applications, synthesis of zeolites from residues and their application in plant growth. In the first section, the definition, types and the critical properties of zeolites are explained. The second section gives a brief review of the application of zeolites in agriculture. Finally, the synthesis of zeolites from residues, such as coal ash, rice husk ash and sugarcane ash, with special attention to renewable sources is presented. The optimization of the synthesis of zeolites from residues with the incorporation of specific nutrients necessary for the cultivation of soybeans, corn and sugarcane (considered the most significant crops in Brazilian agriculture in terms of the planted area) can significantly contribute to the concept of circular economy at the industries and the fulfilment of sustainable development objectives, especially, the number 12 (SDO—12—Responsible consumption and production).

Observation-based sowing dates and cultivars significantly affect yield and irrigation for some crops in the Community Land Model (CLM5)

Abstract. Farmers around the world time the planting of their crops to optimize growing season conditions and choose varieties that grow slowly enough to take advantage of the entire growing season while minimizing the risk of late-season kill. As climate changes, these strategies will be an important component of agricultural adaptation. Thus, it is critical that the global models used to project crop productivity under future conditions are able to realistically simulate growing season timing. This is especially important for climate- and hydrosphere-coupled crop models, where the intra-annual timing of crop growth and management affects regional weather and water availability. We have improved the crop module of the Community Land Model (CLM) to allow the use of externally specified crop planting dates and maturity requirements. In this way, CLM can use alternative algorithms for future crop calendars that are potentially more accurate and/or flexible than the built-in methods. Using observation-derived planting and maturity inputs reduces bias in the mean simulated global yield of sugarcane and cotton but increases bias for corn, spring wheat, and especially rice. These inputs also reduce simulated global irrigation demand by 15 %, much of which is associated with particular regions of corn and rice cultivation. Finally, we discuss how our results suggest areas for improvement in CLM and, potentially, similar crop models.

The use of hydrogel reduces water stress and improves yield in the cultivation of purple corn

One of the problems in agriculture today is the scarcity of water available for crops. The aim of the research was to evaluate the use of a hydrogel (plantagel with a composition of 96% non-toxic potassium polyacrylate) in the water stress of the PMV-581 purple corn crop and evaluate its development and performance. The treatments were at three doses of 50, 70, 90 kg ha-1 of hydrogel (plantagel) and a control without hydrogel application, the results indicate the T0 control treatment. Treatment T1 (with 12 irrigations and 50 kg ha-1 of hydrogel) and T2 (with 10 irrigations and 70 kg ha-1 of hydrogel) require the greatest number of irrigations (with 15 irrigations and without hydrogel application) and T3 (with 8 irrigations and 90 kg ha-1 of hydrogel) T3 obtained the highest yield of 6.50 t ha-1, with a water table of 1500.84 m3, lower than the rest of the treatments, concluding that the Hydrogel influences soil moisture retention and its effect is expressed in the yield of purple corn. These results provide valuable information that the use of hydrogel (plantagel) could be effectively applied as a soil additive to alleviate drought stress in purple corn cultivation.

Fate of atrazine in soybean (Glycine max L.) and corn (Zea mays L.) succession in Brazilian subtropical conditions

This work aimed to evaluate the distribution of atrazine via surface runoff, leaching, and retention in a Rhodic Ferralsol and to analyze the effect of a succession of corn and soybean crops in Brazilian subtropical edaphoclimatic conditions on the distribution of this herbicide. The mobility of atrazine was evaluated using a drainage lysimeter under conditions of intensely simulated precipitation, carried out 24 h and 48 h after a single herbicide application at 17 days after corn emergence. Surface runoff and leaching were sampled during the rainfall simulations at intervals of 5 min until completing 1 h. Corn foliar analyses were carried out to measure the residual amounts of atrazine. In addition, laboratory studies of sorption (equilibrium and thermodynamics) and dissipation were carried out to understand the dynamics of atrazine in the soil. Freundlich's non-linear isotherms presented an excellent fit in the description of atrazine sorption in a Rhodic Ferralsol. The high content of organic matter in the soil and the temperature variation directly influences the retention of atrazine in the soil. The half-life (t1/2) of atrazine in soil under controlled conditions indicates a non-persistent pesticide, with 14.44 days. However, the herbicide can persist in deep soil layers for more than 93 days after spraying. When high-intensity rainfall occurs 24 h after application, large proportions of atrazine are lost by runoff within the first 20 min of rain. At the same time, significantly inferior losses are observed when rainfall occurs 48 h after spraying. High-intensity rainfall within 24 h of atrazine application leads to substantial losses, causing an approximate 84% reduction in its concentration in corn leaves and a 94% reduction in soil. Conservationist agronomic practices that protect the soil, especially during the initial periods of corn cultivation, are essential to reduce atrazine losses by runoff or leaching. In addition, increasing the concentration of organic matter in the soil can be extremely promising in increasing the retention of this pesticide to soil colloids, preventing its loss in soils with a low content of clay minerals.

Herbicide potassium glyphosate 660 g/L as weed control in hybrid corn (Zea mays L.) cultivation under no-tillage system ​

Weed management during land preparation is a pivotal concern in agriculture. A viable alternative for weed control in the context of corn cultivation involves employing herbicides within the no-tillage system. Potassium salts formulated with the active ingredient glyphosate allow more effective absorption of glyphosate into the leaves This study aimed to determine the effectiveness and obtain a dose of Potassium Glyphosate 660 g/L herbicide in controlling weeds in corn cultivation with the no-tillage system. The research was conducted from January to May 2023 at the Experimental Garden of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Padjadjaran, West Java, Indonesia. The experiment used a randomized block design (RBD) with 6 treatments and 4 replications. The treatment consisted of no-tillage with a dose of herbicide with the active ingredient Potassium Glyphosate 660 g/L dose of 1.0 L/ha, 1.5 L/ha, 2.0 L/ha, 2.5 L/ha, 3.0 L/ha, and a control (Perfect Tillage). The application of herbicide with the active ingredient Potassium Glyphosate 660 g/L was carried out once, namely 14 days before corn planting. The experimental results showed that the herbicide with the active ingredient Potassium Glyphosate 660 g/L starting at a dose of 2.0 L/ha – 3.0 L/ha was effective in controlling weeds Imperata cylindrica, Bidens pilosa, Alternanthera sessilis, Ageratum conyzoides, and Borreria alata and other weeds (Mimosa invisa, Cyperus rotundus, Synedrella nodiflora, Axonopus compressus) up to 4 weeks after planting without causing a phytotoxic effect on corn planting and preparation for planting corn and increasing the growth and yield of corn plants.

Modeling lateral carbon fluxes for agroecosystems in the Mid-Atlantic region: Control factors and importance for carbon budget

Estimating lateral carbon fluxes in agroecosystems presents challenges due to intricate anthropogenic and biophysical interactions. We used a modeling technique to enhance our comprehension of the determinants influencing lateral carbon fluxes and their significance in agroecosystem carbon budgets. The SWAT-C model was refined by incorporating a dynamic dissolved inorganic carbon (DIC) module, enhancing our ability to accurately quantify total lateral carbon fluxes. This improved model was calibrated using observed data on riverine particulate organic carbon (POC) and dissolved organic carbon (DOC) fluxes, as well as net ecosystem exchange (NEE) data monitored by a flux tower situated in a representative agricultural watershed, the Tuckahoe Watershed (TW) of the Chesapeake Bay's coastal plain. We assessed the losses of POC, DOC, and DIC across five primary rotation types: C (continuous carbon), CS (corn-soybean), CSS (corn-soybean-soybean), CWS (corn-wheat-soybean), and CWSCS (corn-wheat-soybean-corn-soybean). Our study revealed notable variations in the average annual fluxes of POC (ranging between 152 and 198 kg ha−1), DOC (74–85 kg ha−1), and DIC (93–156 kg ha−1) across the five rotation types. The primary influencing factor for annual POC fluxes was identified as sediment yield. While both annual DOC and DIC fluxes displayed a marked correlation with surface runoff across all crop rotation schemes, soil respiration also significantly influenced annual DIC fluxes. Total lateral carbon fluxes (POC + DOC+DIC) constituted roughly 11 % of both net ecosystem production (NEP) and NEE, yet they represented a striking 95 % of net biome production (NBP) in the TW's agroecosystem. Grain yield carbon accounted for 80 % of both NEP and NEE and was nearly seven times that of NBP. Our findings suggest that introducing soybeans into cornfields tends to reduce NEP, NEE, and also NBP. Conversely, integrating winter wheat into the corn-soybean rotation significantly boosted NEP, NEE, and NBP values, with NBP even surpassing the levels in continuous corn cultivation.

INOCULAÇÃO E APLICAÇÃO DE DIFERENTES DOSES DE Azospirillum brasilense E SUA INFLUÊNCIA NO DESENVOLVIMENTO DA CULTURA DO MILHO

Benefits in grain productivity, with low economic cost, ease of application, without causing toxic damage to the environment and with high potential for crop response, are target points in research involving the cultivation of corn. In this context, the present study aimed to evaluate the effect of inoculation of Azospirillum brasilense on the vegetative structures of the corn crop, envisioning an increase in the development of the plant. The experimental design used was completely randomized, with six treatments and four replications, totaling 24 experiments. Seeds were inoculated with A. brasilense in different doses of the commercial product (0 - 1000 mL), where the plant height (AP), ear insertion height (AIE), stem diameter (DC), total number of leaves (NTF) and number of leaves below the first ear (NFAE), were evaluated. The inoculation of corn seeds based on A. brasilense strain Ab-V5 promoted influence on some biometric variables, with an increase in the total number of leaves (NTF), plant height (AP) and height of ear insertion (AIE) for the evaluated hybrid, resulting in increments in its vegetative development. The dosage of 549 mL per hectare was considered as favorable to result in greater amounts of total leaves (NTF) in the plant, according to the adjustment of the proposed model. The results emphasized that inoculation with this strain is a valid technique and is increasingly used by farmers, and its study is a contributing factor for improvements in agronomic parameters.

Evaluation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft for Agricultural Spraying in Corn Cultivation in the Brazilian Savannah

This study aimed to evaluate the quality of application using both RPA and ground techniques in corn cultivation using different spray nozzles in Brazilian savannah (Cerrado). The experiment was conducted using a completely randomized design, with four treatments and eight repetitions. The treatments involved two methods of application: aerial (RPA, 10 L ha-1) and ground (backpack sprayer, 100 L ha-1); and two types of nozzles: the standard flat fan nozzle XR 11001 and the air induction flat fan nozzle AirMix 11001. To study the quality of the application, the deposition was evaluated using a tracer and spectrophotometry, and the droplet spectrum, evaluated through the analysis of water-sensitive paper. Furthermore, a study on application quality was conducted using the Statistical Process Control methodology. The results demonstrated that with RPA, the deposition was higher, and the AirMix 11001 nozzle also stood out in this variable. No non-random behavior was observed in the deposition. Ground application showed the best performance in terms of target coverage and droplet density. The XR 11001 nozzle resulted in a higher droplet density. Overall, the XR11001 nozzle and the RPA application showed smaller volume median diameters (VMDs), indicating a higher potential for drift, which should be taken into account. Given the results obtained, it can be stated that the use of RPAs for agricultural spraying is viable for application.

Evaluation of the Agricultural Reality of the Industrial Yellow Corn Crop in the Iraqi Province of Kirkuk

The agricultural sector is considered one of the important and vital economic sectors in any country due to its role in providing food, clothing, employment opportunities for the population, and the supply of raw materials needed for industries. In Iraq, this sector is the largest non-oil economic sector and contributes significantly to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Yellow maize (corn) is one of the main economic crops in Iraq. This study evaluates the agricultural situation of yellow maize crop in Kirkuk Governorate. The statistical data pertaining to the crop, including cultivated areas, production, productivity, and crop prices, were assessed descriptively through the calculation of arithmetic averages, percentages, growth rates, and graphical representations. During the study period from 2000 to 2021, approximately 23,000 to 237,000 tons of yellow corn were produced in Kirkuk province, Iraq. This crop was cultivated over an area ranging from 10,000 to 39,000 hectares of cultivated land during various years within the mentioned period. The average contribution of the yellow corn cultivation area in Kirkuk to the total cultivated areas of yellow corn in Iraq was approximately 19%. This study examines the average contribution of yellow corn production in Kirkuk Governorate to the overall yellow corn production in Iraq, which stands at approximately 24%. The contribution of yellow corn production in the region has exhibited considerable fluctuations over the years, with the highest contribution recorded in 2018 at 71.1%, and the lowest in 2006 at 6.3%. These fluctuations can be attributed to insufficient support for yellow corn cultivation, as well as the impact of various factors, including environmental, human, technological, political, and economic elements. The average corn crop yield in Kirkuk Governorate was estimated at around 3904 kg/ha. Notably, the highest yield was achieved in 2013, reaching 7592 kg/ha, while the lowest yield was recorded in 2014 at 1092 kg/ha, primarily due to challenging conditions faced by the region during that year. The annual growth rates for cultivated area, production, productivity, and price demonstrated positive rates, with values of 9.2%, 7.4%, 4.6%, and 6.7%, respectively. This indicates an increase of 9.2%, 7.4%, 4.6%, and 6.7% in the cultivated area, production, productivity, and price of yellow corn in Kirkuk Governorate, respectively. However, these positive rates were insufficient to meet the rising local demand for yellow corn. İn this study, recommendations were made to establish agricultural plans and policies for this crop, as well as to open multiple marketing channels in the Kirkuk province, particularly during the harvesting season. These measures aim to alleviate the burdens on farmers and protect them in order to mitigate the decline in the cultivation of this important crop. Furthermore, additional research is proposed, focusing on aspects related to the crop, such as price and marketing studies, to develop productive and pricing policies that can address the existing deterioration in the production of this crop. Increasing the purchasing price of this crop and providing prior disclosure of the price before the production season for yellow corn is suggested to incentivize farmers to engage in its cultivation. Additionally, granting more agricultural loans is recommended to enhance the production of this strategic crop and activate the role of agricultural guidance in the province. This would facilitate the transfer of modern agricultural techniques and provide clarification to farmers on their implementation.

Effects of Organic Liquid Waste Derived from Bioethanol Fermentation on Corn Production

The liquid waste (LW) discharged during bioethanol production needs treatment. In this study, LW was applied to corn, and its effects on corn growth, yield, and nitrogen (N) content, as well as on soil chemical properties, were evaluated. Five treatments were applied during corn cultivation: no fertilizer (NF), chemical fertilizer (CF), LW at a standard application rate (LW1.0), LW at 1.7 times the rate of LW1.0 (LW1.7), and split application of LW1.7 (S-LW1.7) in six replications. The amount of N applied was 30 kg 10a−1 for CF and LW1.0, and 51 kg 10a−1 for LW1.7 and S-LW1.7. N was applied separately three times in CF, LW1.0, and LW1.7 and six times in S-LW1.7. A higher corn yield, corn ear weight, and number of leaves was observed in LW treatments than in CF. N content of the corn plant top was higher in S-LW1.7 than in LW1.7; N availability was 56.9% and 40.5% higher, respectively, indicating that split application improved N availability. Soil total N content increased significantly in LW treatments, and soil total carbon content tended to increase in S-LW1.7. Therefore, application of LW could increase corn yield and soil fertility, and its effect could be enhanced by split application.

Agro-Pastoral Expansion and Land Use/Land Cover Change Dynamics in Mato Grosso, Brazil

Large-scale land use/land cover changes have occurred in Mato Grosso State (hereafter MT), Brazil, following the introduction of extensive mechanized agriculture and pastoral activities since the 1980s. Author investigated what kind of agro-pastoral activities which are both cattle ranching and top five crops (soybean, sugarcane, corn, cotton and rice) that are closely related to land use change on lands experiencing conversion land use change (such as deforestation and the increase in deeply anthropogenically influenced areas) at each municipal district in MT. Then, this study identifies the volume of exports including contribution ratio by municipal districts where land use changed due to agro-pastoral activities. The patterns of vegetation change indicated that cattle ranching, corn, cotton, rice croplands in the northwest, and soybean and sugarcane fields in the central areas are the main contributors to deforestation. It is shown that land use change due to soybean or corn cultivation occurs mainly in the west and the southeast, respectively. Corn cultivation is associated with a greater increase in anthropogenically influenced areas than soybean cultivation. The municipal districts that export each agro-pastoral product with land use change are limited. Exports of soybeans, corn, and cotton in the municipal districts associated with deforestation had increased dramatically after experienced land use change. For example, Sapezal, which has experienced deforestation, was the only municipal district associated with export of corn to only Switzerland. Since 2007, the number of export partners has increased to 56 countries with the export volume increased 2300 times. These findings highlight the overall non-sustainability of environmental resource development activities in MT.

Effect of Liquid Organic Manures on the Performance of Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. saccharata)

A field experiment was conducted during rabi 2022 at Block D of the College Farm, Agriculture College, Naira. The experiment was laid out in Split-plot design with three main plots.M1:100% RDF (180-60-60 NPK Kg ha-1) + FYM @10 t ha-1, M2:75% RDF (135-45-45 NPK Kg ha-1) + FYM @10 t ha-1. M3:0% RDF- Control and four sub-plotsS1: Liquid azospirllum+PSB+KRB+ZnSB+@1.25 L ha-1 each at knee high stage, S2: Vermiwash spraying twice @5% at knee high and tasseling to silking stages, S3: Panchagavya spraying twice @3% at knee high and tasseling to silking stages andS4: Drava Jeevamrutham spraying twice @10% at knee high and tasseling to silking stages Results revealed that 100% RDF (180-60-60 NPK Kg ha-1) + FYM @10 t ha-1 (M1) recorded maximum fresh cob yield (16409 kg ha-1) and stover yield (17481 kg ha-1). Among the subplots: Liquid azospirllum+ PSB+ KRB+ ZnSB+@1.25 L ha-1 (S1) recorded maximum fresh cob yield (14091 kg ha-1) and stover yield (15623 kg ha-1). The interaction effect of different doses of RDF and liquid biofertilizers on fresh cob yield, stover yield and HI was found to be nonsignificant. Hence, it can be concluded that different doses of RDF and liquid biofertilizers are advantageous for weet corn cultivation on sandy loam soils of North costal region.

THE FORMATION OF THE PRODUCTIVITY OF MAIZE HYBRIDS DEPENDS ON THE BIOLOGY OF THE FERTILIZER SYSTEM IN THE CONDITIONS OF THE FOREST STEPPE OF THE RIGHT BANK

In the 2022 marketing year, grain prices in Ukraine fell due to port blockades and limited export opportunities. Almost 20% less of the planned volume of corn was exported. Export problems have significantly reduced the price of corn. The opening and continuation of the (grain) corridor stabilized export prices. Instead, the internal price of corn, which, for example, was uniform in Ukraine in 2021, had a wide range in the 2022 season. In addition, the price of seeds, plant protection products and especially mineral fertilizers have increased significantly, which in turn has caused a significant increase in production costs for cultivation, which in turn has encouraged farmers to use alternative elements in the plant nutrition system and the widespread use of biological preparations and biofertilizers different mechanism of action. This article defines the main aspects of optimization of the corn fertilization system due to the combination of soil biological fertilizer Groundfix with mineral fertilizers in the full norm and under the conditions of its reduction by 30%. The production necessity and relevance of the implementation of such technological solutions and the search for optimal options for the maximum economic efficiency of corn cultivation in view of the peculiarities of the conditions that have developed today have been proven. On the basis of the two-year research conducted, it was established that the maximum yield of corn grain in the experiment of 11,48 t/ha in the P8834 hybrid and 11,77 t/ha in the P9074 hybrid was formed on the variant of the experiment where mineral fertilizers were applied at the rate of N120P60K60 (100%) and in pre-sowing cultivation, soil biological fertilizer Groundfix was applied at the rate of 6 l/ha, the yield increase compared to the control in these variants was 0,74 t/ha and 0,89 t/ha. Under the condition of reducing the rate of mineral fertilizers by 30% (N80P40K40) and applying the Groundfix biofertilizer at the rate of 6 l/ha, a fairly high level of corn grain yield was formed at the level of 10,35 t/ha in the P8834 hybrid and 10,83 t/ha in the P9074 hybrid, which has a high positive effect from an economic point of view.

Effects of Planting Geometry and Fertilizer Management on Light Interception, Chlorophyll Content and Productivity in Baby Corn Cultivation

A field experiment was conducted during during rabi seasons (December to March) of 2019-20 and 2020-21 to find out optimum plant spacing and fertilizer levels on yield of baby corn. Three plant spacing viz, S1=40 cm × 20 cm (1,25000 plants ha−1), S2=50 cm × 20 cm (100000 plants ha−1) and S3 =60 cm × 20 cm (83333 plants ha−1) and three fertilizer doses viz, F1 = 150- 30- 50- 25-3. 5- 1.5 kg ha−1of NPKSZnB (Recommended fertilizer dose for baby corn), F2 = F1 + 25% NPK and F3 = F1 + 50% NPK, were used as treatments. Results revealed that, planting geometry and fertilizer levels showed great influence on leaf area index (LAI), light interception, dry matter production and yield of babycorn. LAI was found the highest with the population of 125000 plants ha−1 receiving N225 P45 K75 kg ha−1.Light absorption was maximum at densely plant population with N225P45K75 kg ha−1. Response of soil-plant-analysis development (SPAD) value to planting geometry and fertilizer level was found significant. Plants grown with 40 cm × 20 cm spacing (125000 plants ha−1) with recommended ferltilizer dose + 50% N- P- K of RF gave the highest dehusked cob yield over the years (3.42 and 3.73 t ha–1) which was followed by 40cm × 20 cm (1,25,000 plants ha−1) with recommended fertilizer dose + 25% N-P-K of RF. Though S1F3 combination gave the highest gross return (Tk.333140 ha–1 in 2019-20 and Tk. 378900 ha–1 in 2020-21) but the highest benefit cost ratio over the years (3.64 and 3.83) was recorded in S1F2 treatment. The overall results indicated that 40 cm × 20 cm (1,25,000 plants ha−1) with fertilizer dose of RFD + 25% NPK (N187.5 P37.5K62.5 S25Zn3. 5B1.5 kg ha−1) might be economically profitable for baby corn production.
 Bangladesh Agron. J. 2023, 26(1): 96-103

Evaluation of types of product reproduction in agricultural organizations

It is emphasized that reproduction in agriculture has its own characteristics, which is due to the decisive influence of the natural biological system, i.e. land, plants, animals. Natural and climatic conditions directly affect cultivated crops in crop production. Agricultural organizations of the autonomy grow wheat, barley, peas, corn, sunflower, rapeseed, fruits and grapes. These crops are leading; they occupy more than 95% of the land in cultivation. In this regard, the article examines the production indicators of these crops over the past 20 years. Calculations to determine the average annual rate of change in the gross harvest of these crops showed that the production of wheat, corn, sunflower, rapeseed and fruits is characterized by expanded reproduction. To substantiate the factors of production growth, calculations were made to determine the average annual growth rates of cultivation areas and yields. When comparing these data, the excess of the growth rate of areas over the increase in productivity indicates an extensive type of reproduction, with the opposite ratio, an intensive type of reproduction takes place.It is noted that the production of wheat and sunflower was carried out mainly in an extensive way, since the average annual growth rate of areas outpaced the growth rate of yields. The production of rapeseed was carried out mainly in an intensive way - the growth rate of productivity outstripped the growth of sown areas. The cultivation of corn and fruits was carried out on an intensive basis: in the face of a decrease in the area of cultivation of crops, an increase in the gross harvest was ensured by increasing the yield of crops. The article used economic-mathematical, abstract-logical and graphic methods of research.