Valuing increased zinc (Zn) fertiliser-use in Pakistan

Joy, Edward J. M.; Ahmad, Waqar; Zia, Munir; Kumssa, Diriba B.; Young, Scott D.; Ander, E.L.; Watts, Michael J.; Stein, Alexander J.; Broadley, Martin R.

doi:10.1007/s11104-016-2961-7

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“…Our results were in lined with [3]. However, in Pakistan Zn deficiency is considered the third most serious crop nutrition problem [39], further more alkaline pH and low organic matter of Pakistani soils also contributes towards Zn deficiency [40]. High rate of adsorption in alkaline calcareous soil also favors Zn deficiency [41].…”

Section: Soil Organic Matter Lime Content Ph and Ecsupporting

confidence: 85%

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Assessment and Distribution of Macro and Micro Nutrients in Different Soil Series of District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Jamal

2018

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Abstract. In order to investigate the soil fertility status of Swabi district the present research was carried out. A total of 32 soil samples were collected from 16 different locations surrounding Swabi area at 0-20cm and 20-40cm depths and analysed for different chemical properties and fertility status in the laboratory of soil and environmental Sciences University of Agriculture Peshawar. Results revealed that soil of Swabi was moderately to strongly calcareous in nature and alkaline in reaction. The O.M content was found deficient to marginal, being deficient in 75% and marginal in 25% samples at both soil depths. AB-DTPA Extractable phosphorous was found sufficient (40%) at surface soil while at sub surface it was found 15% deficient. No potassium deficiency was observed at surface as well as at sub surface soil, being sufficient in 37 % samples at surface soil and 43 % samples at sub surface soil. AB-DTPA extractable Cu was found adequate in almost all soil samples, Fe was found sufficient in 78% soil samples and medium in 9% samples and was found low in 12% soil samples at both soil depths. AB-DTPA Extractable Zn was found 12% deficient, 6% medium and 31% adequate at all surface soil samples while at sub surface it was found 19% deficient, 22% medium and 12% adequate. Proper fertilization and application of FYM and green manure is highly recommended for the areas low in Organic matter and respective nutrients.

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Section: Soil Organic Matter Lime Content Ph and Ecsupporting

confidence: 85%

“…High rate of adsorption in alkaline calcareous soil also favors Zn deficiency [41]. Moreover in alkaline calcareous soil chemisorptions of Zn with calcium carbonate further depletes Zn availability to plants [42]. [3,2,36].…”

Section: Soil Organic Matter Lime Content Ph and Ecmentioning

confidence: 99%

Assessment and Distribution of Macro and Micro Nutrients in Different Soil Series of District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Jamal

2018

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“…The health and economic impact of genetic and agronomic biofortification will be calculated in terms of disability‐adjusted life years (DALYs), which is likely to be substantial for Pakistan (Joy et al . ). Results are expected in March 2019.…”

Section: Investigating the Potential Health And Economic Impact Of Agmentioning

confidence: 97%

“…Zinc fertilisation can increase yield and enhance zinc concentration in the edible part of the wheat grain (Joy et al . ,, ; Cakmak & Kutman ). Our study will evaluate the cost‐effectiveness of genetic (breeding) and agronomic (fertiliser) biofortification.…”

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“…Investigating the potential health and economic impact of agronomic biofortification of wheat in Pakistan Objective 2 of the BiZiFED project is to quantify the health and economic impact of the high zinc wheat variety (Zincol-2016/NR-421) grown at sites of contrasting available soil zinc status and under different zinc fertiliser regimes. Zinc fertilisation can increase yield and enhance zinc concentration in the edible part of the wheat grain (Joy et al 2015a(Joy et al , 2015b(Joy et al , 2017Cakmak & Kutman 2017). Our study will evaluate the cost-effectiveness of genetic (breeding) and agronomic (fertiliser) biofortification.…”

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The BiZiFED project: Biofortified zinc flour to eliminate deficiency in Pakistan

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Zinc deficiency is a global public health problem, affecting ~17% of the world's population, with the greatest burden in low‐ and middle‐income countries. An increasing body of evidence suggests that biofortification may be a cost‐effective and sustainable approach to reducing zinc and other micronutrient deficiencies. Biofortification enhances the nutritional quality of food crops through conventional plant breeding techniques and agronomic practices. This paper presents ongoing research on biofortification in Pakistan, where over 40% of women are zinc deficient. The Biofortified Zinc Flour to Eliminate Deficiency ( BiZiFED ) project aims to investigate the impact of biofortification as a strategy to alleviate zinc deficiency in Pakistan. The project is supported by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Global Challenges Research Fund from May 2017 to April 2019. This paper outlines the four objectives and work packages within the BiZiFED project: (1) a double‐blind, randomised controlled trial to examine the effect of consuming flour made from a high zinc variety of biofortified wheat (Zincol‐2016/NR‐421) on dietary zinc intake and status; (2) a cost‐effectiveness study to assess the health and economic impact of agronomic biofortification of wheat; (3) a mixed methods study to explore the cultural acceptability and sustainability of biofortification in Pakistan; (4) capacity building and development of long‐term research partnerships in Pakistan. The findings will contribute to the evidence base for the potential impact of biofortification to alleviate zinc deficiency among the poorest communities.

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Plant Macro‐ and Micronutrient Minerals

Grusak

Broadley

White

2016

Encyclopedia of Life Sciences

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All plants must obtain a number of inorganic mineral elements from their environment to ensure successful growth and development of both vegetative and reproductive tissues. A total of 14 mineral nutrients are considered to be essential. Several other elements have been shown to have beneficial functions. A plant's ability to obtain adequate amounts of essential minerals depends critically on the availability of these minerals in the soil. Mineral deficiencies impact plant growth by affecting key components of photosynthesis and/or metabolism. The occurrence of deficiency symptoms throughout the plant can differ from older to younger leaves, depending on whether the mineral can be mobilised in the phloem from older senescing tissues to young growing regions of the plant. Mineral fertilisers are used widely in agricultural systems to support crop yields. In addition, fertilisers can be used to ensure that crops are of sufficient quality in terms of their mineral composition. Key Concepts Plants require 14 essential mineral elements to grow and complete their life cycle. Some mineral elements are required in greater quantities (macronutrients) than others (micronutrients). Other mineral elements have been identified as having beneficial or even essential roles for some plants. Mineral nutrients have many functions, including structural, metabolic, osmotic and signalling roles. Mineral nutrients are taken up in ionic form by plant roots from the soil solution. When a plant has insufficient mineral nutrients, deficiency symptoms occur in different tissues, depending on whether the mineral can be mobilised in the phloem from older senescing tissues to young growing regions of the plant. Mineral and organic forms of nutrients are applied as fertilisers in agricultural systems to sustain crop yields and quality.

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Valuing increased zinc (Zn) fertiliser-use in Pakistan

Abstract: Background and aims Use of zinc (Zn)

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Assessment and Distribution of Macro and Micro Nutrients in Different Soil Series of District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Assessment and Distribution of Macro and Micro Nutrients in Different Soil Series of District Swabi, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

The BiZiFED project: Biofortified zinc flour to eliminate deficiency in Pakistan

Plant Macro‐ and Micronutrient Minerals

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