Influence of Limestone and Nitrogen on Soil pH and Coastal Bermudagrass Yield<sup>1</sup>

Adams, William E.; Pearson, R. W.; Jackson, W. A.; McCreery, R. A.

doi:10.2134/agronj1967.00021962005900050021x

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“…Pierre ( 1928aPierre ( , 1928b was the first to demonstrate the acidifying effects of ammonium-based N fertilizers. Subsequent studies under field conditions with cereals (Pierre et al, 1970), grasses (Adams et al, 1967), row crops (Jolley and Pierre, 1977), and orchards (Felizardo et al, 1972), and in greenhouse soils (Bolton, 1971) confirmed early experiments. The magnitude and depth to which residual acidity is generated is a function ofN source (Jones, 1976), rate (Lutz et al, 1977), and placement (Mahler and Harder, 1984).…”

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Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹

Mahler¹,

McDole²

1987

Agronomy Journal

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Heavy application of ammonium-based N fertilizers on cereal crops has resulted in the acidification of soils in northern Idaho. The objective of this 5-yr study initiated in 1981 was to determine the effect of soil pH on the yield of lentil (Lens culinaris, cv. Tekoa and Chilean), spring pea (Pisum sativum, cv. Columbia and Alaska), winter wheat (Triticum aestivum, cv. Daws, Hill 81, and Stephens), and spring barley (Hordeum vulgare, cv. Advance and Steptoe). Data were compiled from 39 field studies conducted on Mollisols and Alfisols to produce mathematical models to describe soil pH-yield relationships. Linear-plateau regression models consisting of intersecting straight lines were fitted to percent maximum yield data for each crop or crop cultivar. The point where the two lines intersected was called the minimum acceptable pH for maximum yield. Lentil and pea were least tolerant to acid conditions, with minimum acceptable pH values required for maximum yields of 5.65 and 5.52, respectively. Cereals were more tolerant, with a minimum acceptable pH value of 5.23 for spring barley. The three winter wheat cultivars reacted differently to soil pH, as Daws, Hill 81, and Stephens had minimum acceptable pH values of5.19, 5.37, respectively. Even though Hill 81 did not have the lowest minimum acceptable pH value, it was considered the most acid-tolerant winter wheat cultivar because the slope of the line describing the relationship between pH and yield in the limiting region was less than those of the other two cultivars.

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Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹

Mahler¹,

McDole²

1987

Agronomy Journal

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“…Winter survival and subsequent stand persistence is dependent upon proper management and adequate soil fertility, especially K (Gilbert and Davis, 1971;Belesky and Wilkinson, 1983). B~r mudagrass is also somewhat tolerant of soil acidity (Adams et al, 1967;Lundberg et al, 1977) and would provide an option for inclusion in grazing systemH in the Appalachian region.…”

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Productivity and Quality of Bermudagrass in a Cool Temperate Environment

Belesky¹,

Perry²,

Windham³

et al. 1991

Agronomy Journal

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In temperate environments a warm‐season species is needed to provide forage during summer when the growth rate of cool‐season forages is low. Management data for warm‐season pasture is limited for the Appalachian region. A bermudagrass [Cynodon dactylon (L.) Pers.] selection RS1, has been identified which is capable of growth and persistence in areas where other cultivars of the species winterkill. A field study was conducted to determine RS1 bermudagrass productivity and quality as affected by a split application of 60, 120, 240, or 360 kg N ha−1 and a 2‐, 4‐, or 6‐wk delay of initial harvest on a fine‐loamy, mixed, mesic, Typic Hapludult (Gilpin) soil. Treatments were replicated four times in the field, and the study was conducted for 2 yr. Delaying initial harvest significantly increased yield in both years to more than 8 Mg ha−1 when 360 kg N ha−1 yr−1 was applied. Herbage yields typically ranged between 3 and 6 Mg ha−1 and would contribute substantially to forage requirements in mid‐summer in the region. Increased N resulted in higher herbage yield regardless of harvest delay regime. Herbage yields were about 25% less in 1989 than in 1988 and could be due in part to cool and wet conditions in 1989, compared to a hot, dry 1988 growing season. Bermudagrass in vitro dry matter digestibility and crude protein declined with delayed initial harvest (maturity), increased following the mid‐season N application, and continued to decline into late summer. Season average quality was not affected by initial harvest delay. Bermudagrass (RS1) will persist and respond to N fertilizer and defoliation management in cool, temperate environments and promises to be a useful component in forage‐based animal production systems in the region

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“…Increases in shoot Ca and Mg concentrations have been found after the addition of calcitic and dolomitic limes (9,32,33,34,35). These changes appeared to be largely dependent on the elemental composition of the material, the application 324 TYE, FULLEN, AND HOCKING rate and the particle size distribution and were the same factors considered responsible for the differences in soil pH.…”

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Mode of Action of Calcified Seaweed on Grassland

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Fullen

Hocking

2001

Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis

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Calcified seaweed, the particulate remains of a calcareous red algae, is used as a soil conditioner; but little is known of its effects. Two glasshouse pot experiments examined the effects of calcified seaweed application on a Hapludalf (Salwick series sandy silt loam) and Lolium perenne. Experiment 1 examined the effects of different particle sizes of calcified seaweed on soil pH. Particle size analysis showed that 81.59% of particles were 1-4 mm in diameter. Significant (PϽ0.05) increases in soil pH were only found after the application of particles Ͻ1 mm in diameter. Experiment 2 aimed to elucidate the modes of action of calcified seaweed on soil and Lolium perenne. Apparent increases were found in shoot and root growth after calcified seaweed application. Results demonstrated that localized changes in soil pH were established, which reflected application rate and particle size distribution. Subsequent changes in shoot elemental composition were a function of these 311 ORDER REPRINTS localized pH changes. Due to the high CaCO 3 content of calcified seaweed, changes in nutrient availability were primarily due to the addition of CaCO 3 and subsequent soil pH changes. Overall, the effect of calcified seaweed on soils and plants was dependent on application rate, particle size distribution and rate of nutrient release. A continuum in mode of action appeared to exist with application rate. At the low application rate (0.63 t ha Ϫ1 ) calcified seaweed appeared to act as a calcium (Ca)-based soil conditioner. At higher application rates, the effects were similar to those associated with calcitic lime.

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Influence of Limestone and Nitrogen on Soil pH and Coastal Bermudagrass Yield¹

Cited by 28 publications

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Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹

Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹

Productivity and Quality of Bermudagrass in a Cool Temperate Environment

Mode of Action of Calcified Seaweed on Grassland

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Influence of Limestone and Nitrogen on Soil pH and Coastal Bermudagrass Yield1

Cited by 28 publications

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Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho1

Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho1

Productivity and Quality of Bermudagrass in a Cool Temperate Environment

Mode of Action of Calcified Seaweed on Grassland

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Influence of Limestone and Nitrogen on Soil pH and Coastal Bermudagrass Yield¹

Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹

Effect of Soil pH on Crop Yield in Northern Idaho¹