Effects of Organic Fertilizer Application on Tomato Yield and Quality: A Meta-Analysis

Gao, Fucheng; Li, Haijun; Mu, Xiaoguo; Hu, Gao; Zhang, Ying; Li, Ruimiao; Cao, Kai; Ye, Lin

doi:10.3390/app13042184

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“…Research conducted by Gao et al [ 36 ] demonstrate that the utilization of complex fertilizers can contribute to more efficient utilization and absorption of phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen by plants. However, factors such as soil type, climatic conditions, fertilizer dosage, and application methods need to be considered to achieve optimal results and avoid potential negative consequences associated with excessive fertilizer application [ 36 ].…”

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Effects of Complex Fertilizers on the Properties of Grey Forest Heavy Loamy Soil

Gaidar,

Kazak,

Barchukova

et al. 2024

Scientifica

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The study’s main aim was to evaluate the effects of complex mineral fertilizers on the complex properties of heavy loam soils in the grey forests of Russia in terms of applying individual soil nutrition components from experiments with fodder beets. This study employed a rigorous and systematic approach to accomplish the defined goal. Specifically, the research was conducted within a seven-field crop rotation system, with fodder beets serving as the primary experimental crop. In addition, a model experiment resembling a vegetation trial was undertaken, incorporating seven distinct schemes involving various types of fertilizers. This design facilitated the evaluation of the effectiveness of each fertilizer type. The study results demonstrate that complex fertilizers impact the soil’s chemical and biophysical parameters. Soil acidity decreases through the use of complex, high-nitrogen fertilizers. Major chemical nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium) in plant biomass and soil also have a high degree of transition. It is explained by the effects of combining elements on the destruction intensity of the crystalline lattice in the basic structures of potassium, phosphorus, and nitrogen. There is also evidence that complex fertilizers can improve humus quality and replenish its reserves. All the aforementioned impacts of complex fertilizers on the crop contribute to the high productivity and yield of forage beet. The results of the study may help optimize the fertilization process, improve the quality and quantity of agricultural products, as well as increase soil fertility, and reduce the negative impact of agrochemicals on the environment.

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Effects of Complex Fertilizers on the Properties of Grey Forest Heavy Loamy Soil

Gaidar,

Kazak,

Barchukova

et al. 2024

Scientifica

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“…In the process of crop growth, fertilization exerts a significant impact on crop quality, second only to the effect of crop varieties [ 20 ]. Fertilization directly influences the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the soil, including the cycling of soil organic matter, nutrient supply, and microbial population structure.…”

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Partial substitution of chemical fertilizer by organic fertilizer increases yield, quality and nitrogen utilization of Dioscorea polystachya

Sun,

Zheng,

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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This field experiment aimed to investigate the effects of different ratios of organic and inorganic fertilizers with maintaining equal nitrogen application rates on the yield, quality, and nitrogen uptake efficiency of Dioscorea polystachya (yam). Six treatments were set, including a control without fertilizer (CK), sole application of chemical fertilizer (CF), sole application of organic fertilizer (OM), 25% organic fertilizer + 75% chemical fertilizer (25%OM + 75%CF), 50% organic fertilizer + 50% chemical fertilizer (50%OM + 50%CF), and 75% organic fertilizer + 25% chemical fertilizer (75%OM + 25%CF). The experiment followed a randomized complete block design with three replications. Various yield parameters, morphology, quality indicators, and nitrogen utilization were analyzed to assess the differences among treatments. The results indicated that all fertilizer treatments significantly increased the yield, morphology, quality indicators, and nitrogen utilization efficiency compared to the control. Specifically, 25%OM + 75%CF achieved the highest yield of 31.96 t hm-2, which was not significantly different from CF (30.18 t hm-2). 25%OM + 75%CF exhibited the highest values at 69.23 cm in tuber length and 75.86% in commodity rate, 3.14% and 1.57% higher than CF respectively. Tuber thickness and fresh weight of 25%OM + 75%CF showed no significant differences from CF, while OM and 50%OM+50%CF exhibited varying degrees of reduction compared to CF. Applying fertilizer significantly enhanced total sugar, starch, crude protein, total amino acid, and ash contents of D. polystachya (except ash content between CK and OM). Applying organic fertilizer increased the total sugar, starch, crude protein, total amino acid, and ash contents in varying degrees when compared with CF. The treatment with 25%OM+75%CF exhibited the highest increases of 6.31%, 3.78%, 18.40%, 29.70%, and 10%, respectively. Nitrogen content in different plant parts followed the sequence of tuber > leaves > stems > aerial stem, with the highest nitrogen accumulation observed in 25%OM + 75%CF treatment. Nitrogen harvest index did not show significant differences among treatments, fluctuating between 0.69 and 0.74. The nitrogen apparent utilization efficiency was highest in 25%OM + 75%CF (9.89%), followed by CF (9.09%), both significantly higher than OM (5.32%) and 50%OM + 50%CF (6.69%). The nitrogen agronomic efficiency varied significantly among treatments, with 25%OM + 75%CF (33.93 kg kg-1) being the highest, followed by CF (29.68 kg kg-1), 50%OM + 50%CF (21.82 kg kg-1), and OM (11.85 kg kg-1). Nitrogen partial factor productivity was highest in 25%OM + 75%CF treatment (76.37 kg kg-1), followed by CF (72.11 kg kg-1), both significantly higher than 50%OM + 50%CF (64.25 kg kg-1) and OM (54.29 kg kg-1), with OM exhibiting significantly lower values compared to other treatments. In conclusion, the combined application of organic and inorganic fertilizers can effectively enhance the yield, quality, and nitrogen utilization efficiency of D. polystachya. Particularly, the treatment with 25% organic fertilizer and 75% chemical fertilizer showed the most promising results.

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“…Areas benefiting from favorable climatic conditions, such as moderate temperatures, adequate rainfall, and optimal sunshine, tend to have higher yields than regions subject to extreme or unfavorable weather conditions. In addition, soil nutrient composition plays an important role in tomato production [ 40 ]. Furthermore, when tomato production is not carried out in managed environments, plants may be confronted with varying pest and disease infestation levels, which harms its yield.…”

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Finding optimum climatic parameters for high tomato yield in Benin (West Africa) using frequent pattern growth algorithm

Houetohossou,

Ratheil Houndji,

Sikirou

et al. 2024

PLoS ONE

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Tomato is one of the most appreciated vegetables in the world. Predicting its yield and optimizing its culture is important for global food security. This paper addresses the challenge of finding optimum climatic values for a high tomato yield. The Frequent Pattern Growth (FPG) algorithm was considered to establish the associations between six climate variables: minimum and maximum temperatures, maximum humidity, sunshine (Sun), rainfall, and evapotranspiration (ET), collected over 26 years in the three agro-ecological Zones of Benin. Monthly climate data were aggregated with yield data over the same period. After aggregation, the data were transformed into ‘low’, ‘medium’, and ‘high’ attributes using the threshold values defined. Then, the rules were generated using the minimum support set to 0.2 and the confidence to 0.8. Only the rules with the consequence ‘high yield’ were screened. The best yield patterns were observed in the Guinean Zone, followed by the Sudanian. The results indicated that high tomato yield was associated with low ET in all areas considered. Minimum and maximum temperatures, maximum humidity, and Sun were medium in every Zone. Moreover, rainfall was high in the Sudanian Zone, unlike the other regions where it remained medium. These results are useful in assessing climate variability’s impact on tomato production. Thus, they can help farmers make informed decisions on cultivation practices to optimize production in a changing environment. In addition, the findings of this study can be considered in other regions and adapted to other crops.

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Effects of Organic Fertilizer Application on Tomato Yield and Quality: A Meta-Analysis

Cited by 29 publications

References 57 publications

Effects of Complex Fertilizers on the Properties of Grey Forest Heavy Loamy Soil

Effects of Complex Fertilizers on the Properties of Grey Forest Heavy Loamy Soil

Partial substitution of chemical fertilizer by organic fertilizer increases yield, quality and nitrogen utilization of Dioscorea polystachya

Finding optimum climatic parameters for high tomato yield in Benin (West Africa) using frequent pattern growth algorithm

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