Effects of different mulches and irrigation methods on root growth, nutrient uptake, water-use efficiency and yield of strawberry

Kumar, Sushil; Dey, Pradip

doi:10.1016/j.scienta.2010.10.023

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“…Mulching decreased the evaporation rate and, consequently, the variation of soil moisture (Kumar & Dey, 2011). About low variability of θ, Fu et al (2012) cite that the production stability of agricultural crops can be favored.…”

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“…The use of irrigation in plantations of this species has been recorded in the last two decades (Queiroz et al, 2015). On the other hand, the adoption of mulching, despite being important in the production systems of various agricultural crops (Kumar & Dey, 2011), has not yet been reported for this plant. Intercropping of forage cactus with other crops is more common, but under rainfed conditions (Silva et al, 2013).…”

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confidence: 99%

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Soil moisture in forage cactus plantations with improvement practices for their resilience

Carvalho

Silva

Souza

et al. 2017

Rev. bras. eng. agríc. ambient.

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A B S T R A C TThe present study evaluated soil moisture (θ) in forage cactus plantations under resilience practices such as irrigation, mulching and intercropping with sorghum. The experiment was arranged in a randomized block design with five water availability conditions (0, 8.75, 17.5, 26.25 and 35% of the reference evapotranspiration), and three planting systems: forage cactus exclusive system (PE), forage cactus with mulch (PC) and intercropping between forage cactus and sorghum (PS). Water content was measured until a depth of 0.60 m. Meteorological data were recorded between June 2012 and June 2013. Water content was not affected by different resilience practices and the variation coefficient was low to medium (4.0 to 22.1%). The temporal variation of soil moisture was more affected by the changes in rainfall, while the physical properties (soil density, porosity and grain size) were decisive in the vertical variation. It was concluded that periods with rainfall events favor the alternation of practices to improve forage cactus resilience (irrigation, mulch and intercropping).Umidade do solo em lavouras de palma forrageira com práticas de melhoria da sua resiliência R E S U M ONo presente estudo a umidade do solo (θ) foi avaliada em lavouras de palma forrageira sob práticas resilientes, tais como irrigação, cobertura morta e consórcio com a cultura do sorgo. O experimento foi disposto em blocos ao acaso com parcelas de cinco condições de disponibilidade hídrica (0, 8,75, 17,5, 26,25 e 35% da evapotranspiração de referência) e subparcelas de três sistemas de cultivo: palma exclusiva (PE), palma com cobertura morta (PC) e consórcio palma-sorgo (PS). O monitoramento da umidade do solo foi feito até a profundidade de 0,60 m. Dados meteorológicos foram registrados entre junho de 2012 e junho de 2013. A umidade do solo não foi afetada pelas diferentes práticas para melhoria da resiliência e o coeficiente de variação foi de baixo a médio (4,0 a 22,1%). O aumento das lâminas de água, cobertura morta e as camadas mais profundas do solo promoveram menores variabilidades da θ. A variação temporal da umidade foi mais afetada pelas alterações da precipitação enquanto as propriedades físicas (densidade do solo, porosidade e frações granulométricas) foram decisivas na variação vertical. Conclui-se que períodos com ocorrência de eventos de chuva favorecem a alternância de práticas de melhoria da resiliência da palma forrageira (irrigação, cobertura morta e consórcio).

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Soil moisture in forage cactus plantations with improvement practices for their resilience

Carvalho

Silva

Souza

et al. 2017

Rev. bras. eng. agríc. ambient.

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“…Our research results support the findings of other researchers. Kumar and Dey (2011) reported positive affect of irrigation amount and method nutrient uptake by strawberry. Higher soil water availability increased N, P, and K uptake in Common Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia sissoo) (Singh and Singh, 2009).…”

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Evaluation of critical nitrogen and phosphorus models for maize under full and limited irrigation conditions

Djaman

Irmak

2017

Ital J Agronomy

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Proper nitrogen (N) fertiliser application rates and timing of application, coupled with optimum irrigation management can improve the sustainability of maize production and reduce the risk of environmental contamination by nutrients. The impact of full and limited irrigation and rainfed conditions on in-season maize (Zea mays L.) shoot biomass nutrient concentration and critical N and phosphorus (P) indices were evaluated using a combination of measured nutrients and critical N and P models in south central Nebraska in 2009 and 2010. Four irrigation treatments [fully-irrigated treatment (FIT), 75% FIT, 60% FIT and 50% FIT) and rainfed] were imposed. Irrigation regimes impacted the shoot biomass N concentration. The shoot biomass N concentration was above the critical N (Ncrit) concentration throughout the growing season under FIT and 75% FIT and was below the Ncrit value for the most limited irrigation (60% FIT and 50% FIT) and rainfed treatments. Nitrogen nutrient index (NNI) varied from 0.68 to 2.0. Biomass N concentration was below Ncrit [i.e., NNI<1] from 105 days after planting (DAP) to harvest under rainfed and 50% FIT and from 114 DAP to harvest under 60% FIT. Overall, the FIT and the 75% FIT had NNI values greater than 1.0 throughout both growing seasons. Phosphorus concentration, which decreased with biomass accumulation and irrigation amounts, varied from 1.0 to 4.8 g kg -1 , with FIT having the highest biomass P concentration. The critical N model combined with NNI can be used to evaluate N and P in maize for in-season nutrient diagnosis under the conditions presented in this research.

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“…No mention was made of the use of newspaper or plastic sheeting as mulch, even though this type of mulch is referred to in literature on crop mulches (e.g. Ashworth and Harrison, 1983;Kumar and Dey, 2011;Zegada-Lizarazu and Berliner, 2011).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Many studies focus on the use of mulch in agricultural systems (Allison, 1973;Gaur and Mukeherjee, 1980;Monks et al, 1997;Olasantan, 1999;Tolk et al, 1999;Adekalu et al, 2006;Sarkar and Singh, 2007;Głąb and Kulig, 2008;OrtizCeballos and Fragoso, 2003;Campiglia et al, 2010;Fang et al, 2010;Kumar and Dey, 2011). Mulching is an effective cropping method that is used widely in annual and perennial crops for saving water and increasing soil temperature (Zegada-Lizarazu and Berliner, 2011), as well as improving crop performance 496 and weed control (Campiglia et al, 2010).…”

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Effects of different mulch types on soil moisture content in potted shrubs

Stelli

Hoy

Hendrick

et al. 2018

WSA

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South Africa is classified as a semi-arid environment with limited natural water resources and variable rainfall. It is also described as water scarce, with many of its water resources already fully exploited. Gardening is one of the principal methods that people use to experience nature, and gardens can also be a public demonstration of personal value, a source of satisfaction, and part of a connection to the community. However, gardens are also one of the top users of water, accounting for approximately 31-50% of potable water supplied for domestic and urban use. In order to reduce the amount of water used in gardens, water conservation strategies such as mulching need to be employed. In view of South Africa's water situation, it is Rand Water's aim to promote the wise use of water, in all aspects of water consumption. It is anticipated that this study will provide information useful to water saving in urban gardens and landscapes, and will promote the use of mulch amongst gardeners, landscapers and the general public. Mulching potted plants with various organic and inorganic mulch was found to conserve an average of 35% more soil water content over approximately 6 weeks of no irrigation than plants with no mulch. Mulch was shown to increase plant health and vitality, as indicated by stomatal conductance, by an average of 44% than plants with no mulch. The recommended mulch type for use in gardens is bark chips in both summer and winter seasons.

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Effects of different mulches and irrigation methods on root growth, nutrient uptake, water-use efficiency and yield of strawberry

Cited by 117 publications

References 14 publications

Soil moisture in forage cactus plantations with improvement practices for their resilience

Soil moisture in forage cactus plantations with improvement practices for their resilience

Evaluation of critical nitrogen and phosphorus models for maize under full and limited irrigation conditions

Effects of different mulch types on soil moisture content in potted shrubs

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