Fertilizers

Fertilizers
Author: Fernando López-Valdez
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Fertilizers
ISBN: 9781633210516

This book describes many important principles of fertilizer management and the environmental pollution problems due to the indiscriminate soil fertilization rate. The long-term impacts of organic or mineral fertilizer use have implications on soil fertility, crop yields, water quality, climatic change, greenhouse gas emissions, etc. Twelve chapters provide the state of the art of some important topics on subsistence agriculture, modern agronomy, and technological improvements which have sharply increased yields from cultivation, with a special emphasis on the sustainable management and environmental impact of commercial and nontraditional fertilizers. Without a doubt, this book is a valuable contribution to the agricultural sciences and it would not have been possible without the invaluable contributions, immeasurable acknowledgements, and recognized expertise from the authors.

Fluid Fertilizer Science and Technology

Fluid Fertilizer Science and Technology
Author: Derek A. Palgrave
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2020-09-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1000146928

Illustrates current fluid fertilizer technology in the US and abroad, including manufacture, handling, storage, distribution, and use in the field demonstrating how fluid fertilizer facilitates more precise delivery of nutrition to crops. The volume provides the means to analyze fluid fertilizer sys

The Complete Technology Book on Biofertilizer and Organic Farming (2nd Revised Edition)

The Complete Technology Book on Biofertilizer and Organic Farming (2nd Revised Edition)
Author: NIIR Board
Publisher: NIIR PROJECT CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Total Pages: 577
Release: 2012-01-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9381039070

Biofertilizers are seen as an important alternative technology, since the negative externalities of chemical fertilizers have become well known. The use of the latter has led to considerable environmental cost. Biofertilizers do not pollute the soil and do not disrupt the ecological balance, and hence are environment friendly. An increasing number of farmers are using biofertilizers, and the numbers of biofertilizer manufacturing units have also grown considerably. Organic farming system in India is not new and is being followed from ancient time. It is a method of farming system which primarily aimed at cultivating the land and raising crops in such a way, as to keep the soil alive and in good health by use of organic wastes (crop, animal and farm wastes, aquatic wastes) and other biological materials along with beneficial microbes (biofertilizers) to release nutrients to crops for increased sustainable production in an eco friendly pollution free environment. Organic farming has emerged as an important priority area globally in view of the growing demand for safe and healthy food and long term sustainability and concerns on environmental pollution associated with indiscriminate use of agrochemicals. Going organic may be a clear way of getting back to basics and getting away from the havoc chemicals can wreak on our health and our environment but the basics themselves may not be so clear. This book provides the view of immense potential of biofertilizers as a supplementary nutrient source for the crops and covers all major types of bacterial fertilizers. The major contents of this book is crop response to biofertilizers, nitrogen fixation, phosphate solubilising microorganisms, application and evaluation techniques, biogas production, pest and disease management system in agriculture, production, promotion, quality control, marketing, future research planning, photographs and details of machineries, list of manufacturers and suppliers of biofertilizers and organic farming in directory section. This book will be of use and interest to consultants, researchers, libraries, and entrepreneurs, manufacturers of biofertilizer and for those who wants to venture in to this field.

Controlled Release Fertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture

Controlled Release Fertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture
Author: F.B Lewu
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2020-10-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128226145

Controlled Release Fertilizers for Sustainable Agriculture provides a comprehensive examination of precision fertilizer applications using the 4-R approach—the right amount of fertilizer at the right time to the right plant at the correct stage of plant growth. This volume consolidates detailed information on each aspect of controlled release fertilizers, including up-to-date literature citations, the current market for controlled release fertilizers and patents. Presenting the tremendous advances in experimental and theoretical studies on sustainable agriculture and related areas, this book provides in-depth insight into state-of-the-art controlled release mechanisms of fertilizers, techniques, and their use in sustainable agriculture. Conventional release mechanisms have historically meant waste of fertilizers and the adverse effects of that waste on the environment. Controlled release delivery makes significant strides in enhancing fertilizer benefit to the target plant, while protecting the surrounding environment and increasing sustainability. - Presents cutting-edge interdisciplinary insights specifically focused on the controlled release of fertilizers - Explores the benefits and challenges of 4-R fertilizer use - Includes expertise from leading researchers in the fields of agriculture, polymer science, and nanotechnology working in industry, academics, government, and private research institutions across the globe - Presents the tremendous advances in experimental and theoretical studies on sustainable agriculture and related areas

Fertilizer Technology and Management

Fertilizer Technology and Management
Author: Brahma Mishra
Publisher: I K International Pvt Limited
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-01-30
Genre: Ammonia Production
ISBN: 9789380026350

Fertilizer Technology and Management provides an introduction to the manufacture, marketing and management of commercial fertilizers. It covers the principles and methods of fertilizer production including raw material requirements and intermediaries, fertilizer marketing, and all aspects of fertilizer management such as quality control, logistics and application methods. The book also includes chapters on the role of fertilizers in agriculture, long-term effects of fertilizers on soil productivity and impact of fertilizer production and use on the environmental quality. The subject matter in all the chapters has global perspective with emphasis on developing countries and Indian conditions. Drawing on the author’s long experience of teaching and research in the field of fertilizer science and soil fertility, this book has been designed as textbook for the students of Agricultural Sciences and allied subjects including Agribusiness Management and Environmental Science in the universities and colleges. The professionals involved with any phase of fertilizer production, marketing and use will find this book useful.

The Fertilizer Encyclopedia

The Fertilizer Encyclopedia
Author: Vasant Gowariker
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 880
Release: 2009-04-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780470431764

Fertilizers are key for meeting the world s demands for food, fiber, and fuel. Featuring nearly 4,500 terms of interest to all scientists and researchers dealing with fertilizers, The Fertilizer Encyclopedia compiles a wealth of information on the chemical composition of fertilizers, and includes information on everything from manufacturing and applications to economical and environmental considerations. It covers behavior in soil, chemical and physical characteristics, physiological role in plant growth and soil fertility, and more. This is the definitive, up-to-date reference on fertilizers. This book is not available for purchase from Wiley in the country of India. Customers in India should visit Vasudha Research & Publications Pvt. Ltd. at www.fertilizer-encyclopedia.com

Fertilizer Manual

Fertilizer Manual
Author: UN Industrial Development Organization
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 636
Release: 1998-03-31
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780792350323

The Fertilizer Manual, 3rd Edition, is a new, fully updated, comprehensive reference on the technology of fertilizer production. The manual contains engineering flow diagrams and process requirements for all major fertilizer processes including ammonia, urea, phosphates, potassium products and many others. Environmental considerations are addressed clearly. Equally important, the manual includes chapters on fertilizer use, production and distribution economics, raw materials, and the status of the fertilizer industry with demand-supply projections. Professionals involved with any phase of fertilizer production, use, marketing, or distribution will find this book valuable.