Germination Germination is the change that takes place in the seed when it first begins to grow. Seeds are dormant before planting. Seeds are alive but show no signs of life and are hard and dry. The word dormant means asleep. When seeds come in contact with water,...
category:
Principles of Agronomy
Reach out to us for more information
Application of Fertilisers
Fertilisers should be applied just before the plants need them. There are two types of fertilising, or dressing, which must be applied at the right time. Basal dressing should be applied when the land is being prepared for planting. Top dressing should be applied...
Fertilisation
Types of Fertilisers Generally, fertilisers, which are made from the remains of living plants or animals, are called organic fertilisers. Any dead plants or animal material that lands on the soil will rot down and enrich the soil. This is how organic waste is recycled...
Soil is an Important Component of Agronomic Systems
Importance of Soil Soil contains and holds plant roots: Plant roots grow between the soil (mineral matter). The soil supports the roots and helps plants to anchor and stand strong. Soil mineral matter is about 45% of the soil volume and also attracts nutrients for...
Preparing Land for Planting
The mechanical processing or preparation of the soil is also referred to in agricultural terms as the process of tilling, pre-planting herbicide control, fertilising, and seedbed preparation. Tilling soil Tillage in agricultural terms refers to the preparation...