Agronomic evaluation of the solid capillary support for fluid fertilizers: II. Micronutrient application

Authors

  • G. Sparovek Universidade de São Paulo; E.S.A.Luiz de Queiroz; Departamento de Solos, Geologia e Fertilizantes
  • A.M.L. Neptune Universidade de São Paulo; E.S.A.Luiz de Queiroz; Departamento de Solos, Geologia e Fertilizantes

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S0071-12761989000100007

Keywords:

Fertilizer, Slow Release Fertilizer, Fluid Fertilizer, Micronutrients

Abstract

The application of micronutrients in the soil, in a homogeneous way, with the least contact with soil particles may increase its agronomic efficiency. Storing a solution of fertilizers in a solid porous medium, which is used as a vehicle for application, links great homogeneity to low soil contact. The Solid Capillary Support for Fluid Fertilizers (SC) was used as porous solid medium. It is a compacted cylinder made of gypsum (CaSO4 2H2O), developed experimentally by ULTRAFERTIL. The SC was an efficient way in supplying micronutrients, resulting in similar or better yields in relation to direct application in the soil.

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Published

1989-01-01

Issue

Vol. 46 No. 1 (1989)

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Sparovek, G., & Neptune, A. (1989). Agronomic evaluation of the solid capillary support for fluid fertilizers: II. Micronutrient application . Anais Da Escola Superior De Agricultura Luiz De Queiroz, 46(1), 101-109. https://doi.org/10.1590/S0071-12761989000100007