Fertilizer Type Research Articles

Effects of Nitrogen Fertilizer Types and Planting Density on the Yield and Nitrogen Use Efficiency of Salt-Tolerant Rice Under Salt Stress Conditions

Effects of Nitrogen Fertilizer Types and Planting Density on the Yield and Nitrogen Use Efficiency of Salt-Tolerant Rice Under Salt Stress Conditions

Effects of Copper Toxicity on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Brassica napus L. var. oleífera

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of different copper concentrations on the germination and seedling development of canola. Theoretical Framework: Soil contamination by copper can impact the production and quality of canola, making it essential to understand these aspects to ensure sustainable crop management. Method: The experiment was conducted as a randomized complete block design with crossed classification and plots subdivided in time. Each treatment was replicated four times. The main factor (plot) consisted of 4 levels (0, 200, 400, and 800 mg L⁻¹) of copper contamination, and the secondary factor (subplot) consisted of 3 evaluation days (fifth, sixth, and seventh). The seeds corresponding to each treatment were maintained in a germinator at a temperature of 25±2 ºC and a 24-hour photoperiod. Evaluations regarding seed germination, shoot/root length, and the dry weight of seedlings were conducted between the fifth and seventh days after sowing. Analysis of variance was used to evaluate the variables and, when means were significantly different, multiple comparison test (Tukey's HSD) or regression analysis were used, both at a 95% confidence level. Results and Discussion: Different copper concentrations negatively affected the germination rate, root development, shoot growth, and seedling dry mass, leading to an increase in the rate of abnormal seedlings at intermediate copper concentrations. Research Implications: The results raise the importance of understanding the type of agricultural fertilizer being used in an area so as to prevent toxic copper levels to be built up in soils. Originality/Value: Despite a considerable number of studies on the cytotoxic effects and stress mechanisms induced by heavy metals in biological systems, data regarding the effects of this metal on the germination of cultivated plants remain scarce and unclear. There is still a need to clarify many metabolic aspects, justifying the use of canola and copper for furthering the current knowledge on this subject.

Propagation of Black Orchid (Coelogyne pandurata Lindl.) by Tissue Culture Supplemented with Fertilizer and Natural Organic Additives

This research aims to determine the growth of black orchids (Coelogyne pandurata Lindl) on fertilizer plus several types of organic supplements and to determine the type of media that has the best influence on black orchid tissue culture. The research was conducted in March 2023 at the Tissue Culture Laboratory, Faculty of Agriculture, Mulawarman University. The research was carried out using the Completely Randomized Design (CRD) method with a single factor arranged using 8 treatments, each treatment repeated five times. The eight treatments consisted of p1 = Growmore 1 g L-1, p2 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + ambon banana extract 100 g L-1, p3 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + mung bean sprout extract 100 g L-1, p4 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + sweet corn seed extract 100 g L-1, p5 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + ambon banana extract 100 g L-1 + mung bean sprout extract 100 g L-1, p6 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + ambon banana extract 100 g L-1 + sweet corn seed sprout extract 100 g L-1, p7 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + mung bean sprout extract 100 g L-1 + corn seed extract sweet 100 g L-1, and p8 = Growmore 1 g L-1 + ambon banana extract 100 g L-1 + mung bean sprout extract 100 g L-1 + sweet corn seed extract 100 g L-1. The data was analyzed using variance and continued with the DMRT test (Duncan Multiple Range Test) with a level of 5%. The results of the research show that the addition of Ambon banana extract, mung bean sprouts, or sweet corn seeds to foliar fertilizer can improve the culture of black orchids using tissue culture. The best media was found in treatment p5 (Growmore 1 g L-1 + ambon banana extract 100 g L-1 + mung bean sprout extract 100 g L-1) producing the highest plant height (5.02 cm), the highest number of roots (13.00 pieces), the longest root length (7.02 cm) and the highest wet weight (0.45 g).

Short-Term Ground Vegetation Responses to Fertilization in Latvian Forests: Effects on Species Richness and Diversity

This study investigated the impact of forest fertilization on ground vegetation in deciduous and conifer stands across different forest site types (forests with drained mineral soils, forests with drained organic soils, and dry upland forests), stand age groups (young, middle-aged, and pre-mature), and fertilizer types (ammonium nitrate (NH4NO3) and wood ash alone, and both together). Ground vegetation was surveyed one to three years after fertilizer application, with the projected ground cover of individual species in the moss and herb layers determined. Thus, results reflect short-term impact of fertilization. Species richness and diversity (Shannon diversity index, H′) were compared between fertilized and control (unfertilized) plots. The results show that species diversity in the moss layer of silver birch stands was significantly affected by fertilization, while species richness was significantly influenced by the interaction between fertilization and forest site type. Differences between control and fertilized plots in birch stands suggest a potentially negative response of the moss layer to fertilization. In contrast, no significant effect of fertilization was observed in Norway spruce stands, where site type and stand age emerged as significant factors. In Scots pine stands, where NH4NO3 was applied alone, fertilization had a significant impact on both species richness and diversity in the herb layer. In the moss layer, a marginally significant effect was found for the interaction between fertilization and stand age. NH4NO3 alone appeared to enhance herb layer richness, although its effect on species diversity was more variable. Our study highlights the context-dependent nature of fertilization effects on species richness and diversity in Latvian hemiboreal forest ecosystems.

Evaluating integrated fertilizer strategies for sustainable paddy yield improvement in Mahaweli System B, Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka's dry-zone region, the Mahaweli System B area is central to national paddy production, benefiting from supplementary irrigation from the Maduru Oya reservoir. However, the high dependency on chemical fertilizers, subsidized by the government, has led to escalating environmental concerns and diminishing returns in paddy yields. Consequently, farmers have increasingly adopted integrated fertilizer management practices that blend organic and inorganic inputs to balance cost, yield, and environmental impact. This research investigates the effectiveness of these farmer-adapted integrated fertilizer strategies compared to conventional chemical-only fertilizer applications, focusing on yield performance, soil health, and economic feasibility. Data were collected through surveys of 100 farmers in the Dimbulagala block, assessing a range of factors including soil nutrient levels, crop residue management, fertilizer application rates, and land preparation practices. The findings reveal that while integrated practices support soil health and nutrient availability, yield outcomes vary significantly based on the type, timing, and quantity of fertilizers used. Notably, farmers who adopted a comprehensive management approach—incorporating organic inputs with optimized land preparation and crop residue practices—achieved better yields and improved soil quality. This study underscores the need for context-specific fertilizer recommendations that prioritize sustainability and long-term soil fertility. Further research on fine-tuning integrated nutrient management practices may enhance both productivity and ecological health, thereby supporting the livelihoods of paddy farmers in Mahaweli System B.

Total alpha radioactivity in fertilizers used in the Indian state of West Bengal using CR-39 SSNTDs: Presentation of a comparative view for different types of fertilizers

Use of fertilizers in agriculture soils is a worldwide practice to increase the yield of agricultural products. Fertilizers may contain radioactive elements may be present along with plant’s nutrients in fertilizers. Migrated radioactive elements from the fertilized soils can find their entry into the environment and human body through several ways, which may lead to induce a potential radiological risk to human health. In the present study, total alpha radioactivity concentration in 68 samples of 18 different types of organic and inorganic fertilizers which are commonly used for cultivation in West Bengal and other states of India has been measured using a track-etch technique. Calibration of the CR-39 track detectors used in this measurement has been done using a distributed alpha-radioactive reference source material of IAEA-448 soil, obtained from Reference Materials Group of International Atomic Energy Commission (IAEA). The obtained source mass dependent calibration factors of CR-39 detectors have been used to estimate the alpha radioactivity of the fertilizer samples eliminating the self-absorption of alpha-particles in the sample. The estimated alpha radioactivity values have been found to vary from 29.4 Bq.kg-1 to 114.2 Bq.kg-1, 2.2 Bq.kg-1 to 13.1 Bq.kg-1 and 485.0 Bq.kg-1 to 1125.8 Bq.kg-1 respectively for organic, non-phosphatic and phosphatic fertilizers. The highest alpha radioactivity is exhibited by phosphatic fertilizers and lowest alpha radioactivity is exhibited by non-phosphatic fertilizers. Alpha radioactivity is found to be strongly correlated with phosphate content of the fertilizers. The alpha radioactivity values obtained in our study are consistent with the studies reported worldwide with few exceptions. Considering radiological as well as other aspects, farmers should be encouraged to use non-phosphatic fertilizers in combination and try to avoid phosphatic fertilizers as far as practicable.

RESPONSE SURFACE METHODOLGY (RSM) OPTIMIZATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF SILICA PRODUCTION FROM BIDA RICE HUSK

Due to the fact that the compositions of silica derived from rice husk depends on the soil type and composition, type of fertilizer and chemicals used during planting and climate or geographical factors. In this particular research, the production of silica from rice husk obtained from Bida was optimized using Response Surface Methodology (RSM). The final silica produced at optimum conditions was characterized using XRF, XRD, SEM/EDX and BET. Preliminary investigations were conducted on the reaction variables which include: NaOH concentration, volume of NaOH, reaction temperature and reaction time. The results obtained were used to generate a design matrix using design expert 13.0 software via Box-Behnken Design (BBD). The software suggested a quadratic model that predicted the optimum yield of 7.655 g at optimum conditions of 3.0 M NaOH, 250 ml NaOH, 90 minutes reaction time and 100 OC reaction temperatures. The model fit statistics also shows that the predicted R2 value of 0.9141 is in agreement with the adjusted R2 value of 0.9654. The adequate precision of the model is 28.558 with an insignificant lack of fit P-value of 1.71. The experimental optimum yield recorded is 7.30 g with a standard deviation of 0.251. The XRF analysis reveals 71.415 % and 79.120 % silica in the rice husk and final silica respectively. The XRD results shows predominance of amorphous silica while the SEM image shows that the silica possesses agglomerates particles of irregular shapes that are jagged and porous. The elemental analysis from the EDX is in accord with the XRF result. The BET results showed that the silica has a surface area of 314 m2/g, pore volume of 0.1761 cm3/g and pore size of 2.128 nm. From all the results gathered, silica of significant quality and characteristics can be successfully produced from Bida rice husk.

Effectiveness of Organic Fertilizer Enriched with Humic Acid on Soil Chemical Quality, Nutrient Uptake, and Shallot Yield in Calcareous Soils

Calcareous soils have great potential for the development of food crops and horticulture, but they are constrained by high pH, low organic matter content, and less than optimal cation exchange capacity, thus affecting the availability of nutrients. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of organic fertilizer enriched with humic acid on soil chemical quality, nutrient uptake, and yield of shallots on calcareous soils. The study was designed with two factors, namely type of organic fertilizer (manure and bokashi) and concentration of humic acid (0%, 10%, and 20%) added to the organic fertilizer. The results of the study showed that the application of organic fertilizers, both manure and bokasih, had a similar effect on soil quality and shallot yields. However, the addition of humic acid at a concentration of 20% significantly improved the chemical properties of the soil, nutrient uptake (especially nitrogen and potassium), as well as the yield component of shallots when compared to the concentration of 10% and control. The addition of humic acid has been proven to be effective in improving nutrient availability and supporting plant growth. This innovation can be an effective solution to improve the quality of calcareous soils and agricultural products, especially shallots, which supports sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture. Keywords: Calcareous soil, Humic acid, Nutrient uptake, Organic fertilizer, Shallots.

Effects of Different Organic Fertilizers on Yield and Yield-Related Characteristics in Black Cumin (Nigella sativa L.) Cultivation Under the Ecological Conditions of Tokat, Türkiye

This research was carried out during the 2022 and 2023 growing seasons on Agricultural Research and Application Fields of Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University. The study aimed to investigate the effects of different organic fertilizers and application rates on the yield and yield-related characteristics of black cumin (Nigella sativa L.). The experiment was designed using a split plot arrangement in a randomized complete blocks design with three replications. The main plots were assigned to five organic fertilizer types: Leonardite, Vermicompost, Solid Humus, Chicken Manure and Sheep Manure, while the subplots included in the same way in all fertilizer forms four fertilizer doses (0, 150, 300 and 600 kg/da). The study utilized “Çameli” variety, the only registered Nigella sativa L. variety in Turkiye. Key parameters examined over both years included plant height (cm), number of branches per plant (number), number of capsules per plant (number), number of grains per capsule (number), thousand seed weight (g), seed yield (kg/da). The results; revealed that the average plant height ranged from 39.76 to 54.33 cm, the number of branchers per plant, ranged from 6.22 to 6.35, the number of capsules per plant ranged from 13.43 to 14.88, the number of seed per capsule ranged from 98.56 to 104.00, thousand seed weight varied between 2.50 and 3.11 g, seed yield ranged from 135.26 to 135.41 kg/da. Statistically significant differences (p<0.01) were observed for all examined characteristics. Based on the two-year results the application of chicken manure at 300 kg/da was identified as the most effective treatment, significantly enhancing plant height, capsule number and thousand seed weight. This finding reveals that the use of organic fertilizer in black cumin cultivation is an important alternative for farmers who want to both increase yield and prefer a natural production method.

Matching Phosphorus Fertilizer Types with Soil Type in Rice Cultivation Optimizes Yield, Soil Phosphorus Availability, and Phosphorus Fertilizer Use Efficiency

Inefficient phosphorus (P) fertilizer application often accumulates soil P, wasting valuable phosphate resources and contributing to environmental pollution. Given the suboptimal P fertilizer use efficiency (PUE), understanding soil P dynamics and selecting appropriate fertilizers is crucial. Fluvo-aquic soil and yellow-cinnamon soils were used in a rice pot trial to compare five P fertilizer types: single superphosphate (SSP), diammonium phosphate (DAP), calcium magnesium phosphate (CMP), triple superphosphate (TSP), and ammonium polyphosphate (APP), alongside a no P, control (CK). In fluvo-aquic soil, TSP and APP significantly increased rhizosphere P availability at anthesis, while SSP increased yield and shoot P accumulation at maturity. In yellow-cinnamon soil, DAP had the highest rhizosphere P availability at anthesis, while APP significantly increased shoot P accumulation at anthesis and shoot P accumulation and grain yield at maturity. Moreover, PUE was highest with SSP and CMP in fluvo-aquic soil and APP and TSP in yellow-cinnamon soil. Throughout the experiment, increased soil alkaline phosphatase activity promoted NaOH-Po conversion to NaHCO3-Pi, increasing rice shoot P uptake, yield, and PUE in both soils. Based on the above findings, it is recommended to apply SSP and TSP to fluvo-aquic soil and APP and TSP to yellow-cinnamon soil to achieve higher yield and PUE, which can be further confirmed by subsequent field-scale studies.

Assessment of the Effects of Organic Fertilizer Applications on the Biochemical Quality of Basil

It is important to characterize the biochemical potential of medicinal and aromatic plants, which have significant therapeutic and commercial value. However, fertilizers obtained from natural resources are used in sustainable agricultural practices. In this study, basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) was grown from seed with different doses of barnyard manure, vermicompost and chicken manure were added. This work aimed was to investigate and compared the effect of these different fertilizer doses applications on the biochemical potential of basil plants. Total phenolic content, antioxidant capacity and antimicrobial activity values were statistically significant according to the type and doses of fertilizer studied. Linalool was found to be the highest amount of volatile compound in leaf samples of manure treated plants. The highest antioxidant capacity values were determined in the samples where farm manure and chicken manure were applied at low (2.5%) and medium (20%) doses and worm manure was applied at high doses. The highest antibacterial effect was detected in the essential oil extract of leaf samples with 10% vermicompost against Bacillus cereus. Among the Gram (-) bacteria, the highest antibacterial effect against E. coli was determined in the essential oil extract of leaf samples with 20% farm manure. The essential oil extract of leaf samples with 20% farm manure also showed significant and high degree of antifungal effect against S. cerevisae.

The Influence Of Cultural, Social And Personal Factors On The Interest In Purchase Intention Non-Subsidized Fertilizer At Toko UD. Sejahtera Bersama In Kecamatan Bahorok

Fertilizer is a substance or material that is used in plants to improve physical, chemical, or biological characteristics in order to increase the availability of nutrients, which results in an increase in plant growth. There are two types of fertilizer in Indonesia: subsidies and non-subsidized. While subsidies are provided by the government, non-subsidized are those that are provided outside of government programs and do not qualify for subsidies. Non-subsidized fertilizers, although they have superior quality and technology compared to subsidized fertilizers, still face problems in terms of farmers' Purchase Intention, especially in Kecamatan Bahorok. The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of cultural, social, and private factors on the desire to purchase intention non-subsidized fertilizer at Toko UD. Sejahtera Bersama in Kecamatan Bahorok. Data collection using a questionnaire given to 90 respondents. The model used is multiple linear regression and is processed using SPSS. The results of this study indicate that cultural factors partially do not have a positive and significant influence, social factors partially do not have a positive and significant influence and personal factors partially have a positive and significant influence. The Adjusted R Square value of 0.541 means that Purchase Intention can be explained by cultural, social and personal factors by 52.5% and the remaining 47.5% can be explained by other variables not studied.

Effect of radiological content for different types of phosphate fertilizers on the environment, soil acidity and soluble cations and anions content

Effect of radiological content for different types of phosphate fertilizers on the environment, soil acidity and soluble cations and anions content

Simultaneous targeted and non-targeted analysis of contaminants in fertilizers in Quebec, Canada.

In this study, an LC-MS based analytical method was developed and validated for the simultaneous targeted analysis (14 bisphenols and 14 plasticizers) and suspect screening of other plastic-related contaminants in various types of fertilizers. The ultrasound-assisted extraction method showed overall satisfactory performances, achieving a median absolute recovery of 85% for the target compounds in different types of fertilizers. The method was applied to sixteen different types of fertilizers, including fertilizing residual materials (n=8 types), one cattle manure, and seven mineral fertilizers collected in Quebec, Canada in 2022 and 2023. Relatively higher levels of the targeted bisphenols and plasticizers were detected in some fertilizing residual materials, such as municipal biosolids and deinking residues. 4-Hydroxyphenyl 4-isoprooxyphenylsulfone (D-8) and bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) were dominant contaminants in these matrixes, with concentrations up to 35.6 and 64.7μgg-1 dw, respectively. A non-targeted workflow was successfully applied to municipal biosolids and deinking residues, and >30 contaminants were identified across multiple chemical families at level 1 identification confidence, with most of them previously unreported in various types of fertilizers. For example, new color developers, N-(2-((Phenylcarbamoyl)amino)phenyl)benzenesulfonamide (NKK-1304) and 2,4-bis(phenylsulfonyl)phenol (DBSP), were reported in deinking residues. This work illustrates the complexity of the contaminant mixtures in fertilizers such as municipal biosolids and deinking residues.

Shaping rhizocompartments and phyllosphere microbiomes and antibiotic resistance genes: The influence of different fertilizer regimes and biochar application.

Understanding the impact of different soil amendments on microbial communities and antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) dissemination is crucial for optimizing agricultural practices and mitigating environmental risks. This study investigated the effects of different fertilizer regimes and biochar on plant-associated bacterial communities and ARGs dissemination. The biochar's structural and chemical characteristics were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, revealing a porous architecture with diverse functional groups. The presence of ARGs varied significantly across groups, with manure-treated samples exhibiting the greatest diversity and abundance, raising concerns about ARGs dissemination. Soil enzyme activities responded differently to treatments; manure significantly enhanced catalase, acid phosphatase, and urease activities, whereas saccharase was most responsive to chemical fertilizer. These differences are possibly responsible for the distinct microbiome structure associated with the plant's root system. The analysis of bacterial diversity and richness across rhizocompartments and the phyllosphere highlighted that manure-treated rhizospheres and phyllospheres displayed the highest species richness and diversity. Notably, Proteobacteria dominated across most treatments, with distinct shifts in bacterial phyla and genera influenced by manure and biochar applications. The LEfSe analysis identified key indicator genera specific to each group, indicating that both fertilizer type and biochar application significantly shape microbial community composition. Co-occurrence network analysis further demonstrated that manure and biochar treatments created unique microbial networks in the rhizosphere, rhizoplane, phyllosphere, and endosphere, highlighting the role of these amendments in modulating microbial interactions in plant-associated environments. These findings suggest that manure, while enhancing microbial diversity and soil enzyme activities, also increases ARGs, whereas biochar may not contribute to the spread of ARGs and fosters distinct microbial communities, offering valuable insights for sustainable agricultural practices.

Transglutaminase 2 reduces the polyspermy of porcine oocytes by promoting the hardening of zona pellucida.

Polyspermy is a type of abnormal fertilization that would increase the risk of embryonic death and hence reduced female fecundity. To avoid this occurrence, mammalian oocytes develop the complicated mechanisms of blocks to polyspermy. Our previous study discovered that transglutaminase 2 (Tgm2) is a newly identified molecule responsible for the post-fertilization block to sperm penetration through zona pellucida (ZP) and polyspermy in mice. However, whether this function of Tgm2 is conserved across species has not been clarified. This study applied the porcine oocytes as a model to address this question. It was observed that inhibition of TGM2 activity by using its specific inhibitor LDN-27219 exhibited a substantially increased rate of polyploid zygotes after in vitro fertilization. In addition, our study validated that recombinant TGM2 protein interacted with zona pellucida glycoprotein 3 (ZP3) and crosslinked it to promote the ZP hardening. Further, incubation of porcine oocytes with recombinant TGM2 protein effectively reduced the occurrence of polyploid zygotes. Collectively, our data reveal that TGM2 performs a conserved function in porcine oocytes for zona block and polyspermy prevention.

A review on the production of nanofertilizers and its application in agriculture.

Due to the rapid rise in the worldwide population, the need for food is expanding constantly. To boost agricultural productivity large amounts of synthetic fertilizers are used. However, the extensive use of these synthetic fertilizers leads to various environmental and health problems. Nanotechnology (NT) offers significant improvement in the fertilizer fabrication with optimal chemical compositions, enhances nutrient usage competence, reduces environmental influence, and increased plant productivity. Nano fertilizers (NF) are nanomaterials (NM) that contrast significantly from their corresponding bulk materials. The concept of NF technology is highly innovative, utilizing physical, chemical, and biological methods for formulation. Additionally, the precise application and targeted delivery of nano-fertilizers ensures a more sustainable and accurate approach to agriculture. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the various types of nano fertilizers and their synthesis by different methods. In addition, applications of the NF and advantages are also given over the conventional pesticides. Information is also given on the current applications and challenges of the NF. NF are more effective and efficient than conservative fertilizers. The use of NF is expanding owing to the positive influence on nutritional superiority and stress resistance in plants.

Genetics variances of three elite cassava clones under different environment of fertilizer types

Genetics variances of three elite cassava clones under different environment of fertilizer types

Оценка экологической реакции агроценоза при мониторинговых наблюдениях продукционного процесса злаковых культур

The existing problems of climate change: an increase in the number of negative natural phenomena (droughts, floods); rising temperatures and energy use; increasing dependence on food imports. Adaptive crop production and the sustainability of agrocenoses in general requires an assessment of crop variability and has an important independent significance. In this work, a comprehensive assessment of the production process of spring barley in the conditions of microfield experience with the use of various types of fertilizers was carried out, as well as an assessment of the emission of nitrous oxide (N2O) in the crops of the studied crop by phenophases, depending on the time dynamics of environmental factors. Keywords: NITROUS OXIDE, INTENSIVE AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING, SPRING BARLEY, GREENHOUSE GASES, ADAPTIVE AGRICULTURE, SUSTAINABLE AGROCENOSES

COMPARATIVE EFFECT OF ORGANIC AND INORGANIC FERTILIZER ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF TOMATO GENOTYPES, LYCOPERSICON ESCULENTUM (MILL.)

This research was carried out to determine and to compare the effect of moringa leaf extract, poultry manure and NPK fertilizer on the growth rate and yield of the tomato genotypes. The 10 tomato genotypes utilized for this study were obtained from the tomato germplasm collection at the National Center for Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB), Department of Plant Genetic Resources, Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. The experiment was a potted and factorial experiment whereby the tomato genotypes were subjected to 4 treatments which comprises Treatment 1 (no fertilizer), Treatment 2 (moringa leaf extract), Treatment 3 (poultry manure), Treatment 4 (NPK fertilizer). The experiment was carried out at the Teaching and Research Farm, Federal University of Technology, Akure. Data were collected on 13 agronomic characters. The application of NPK 15:15:15 fertilizer was found to greatly influence the rate of growth and yield of the tomato genotypes followed by Poultry manure and Moringa leaf extract for all the characters studied. Genotypes NGB00724, NGB00711 and NGB00695 were found outstanding among the tomato genotypes in terms of number of fruits, number of clusters, individual fruit weight and yield per plant irrespective of the type of fertilizer applied.Hence, these tomato genotypes could be improved upon and released as high yielding tomato varieties to farmers. The use of moringa leaf extract and poultry manure to produce tomato is a worthwhile alternative in place of NPK fertilizer.